The Visual Art Specialist course builds on the foundations of the Visual Art Part 1 and 2 courses, by reinforcing and augmenting strategies and educational tools for developing curriculum, teaching and learning approaches aligned with the Ministry curriculum guide in visual arts.
The Visual Arts Specialist Additional Qualification course is designed to extend knowledge, understanding and application of visual arts education in a global context, as a language of communication and provides a framework for educators to consider a leadership role in the Visual Arts.
Prerequisites
- OCT member in good standing with a permanent teaching certificate
- Successful completion of the Additional Qualification course: Visual Arts Part Two; and
- Two years of successful teaching experience*, certified by a supervisory officer. One year must be with Visual Arts instruction
Teaching Experience Form
Candidates are responsible for ensuring they satisfy the specific eligibility prerequisites.
*Teaching Experience forms must be submitted to ETFO AQ (see policies and forms) prior to the start of the course. Failure to submit the necessary documents will result in the candidate being removed from the course.
Session
This course is offered Fall 2025, Spring 2026, Summer 2026, Winter 2026
This course is not currently available for registration. See the course catalogue to learn when this course is offered.