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Teacher of Indigenous Language as a Second Language (TILSL) at Nipissing University

Nipissing University, Canada

Programme overview

Program for speakers proficient in Anishnaabemwin, Cree, Lunaape, Mohawk or Cayuga leading to an Ontario College of Teachers Certificate of Qualification in Indigenous Language (K-12). Graduates with a prior degree receive a Bachelor of Education, others a diploma. Online courses run during the school year and on-campus courses in July.

Faculty: Schulich School of Education  |  Duration: 3 years  |  Study mode: part-time  |  Intake: May  |  Location: North Bay, Ontario, Canada

What you will study

Three on-site summer sessions in North Bay, online courses in the fall, winter and spring, and three in-school internships.

Career pathways

Indigenous language teacher (K-12), language program coordinator or curriculum developer, cultural curriculum consultant, community language revitalization leader.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Ontario Grade 12 or equivalent (applicants 20 or older and out of school two years or more may be admitted without it); two reference letters, one from a professional who can attest to language fluency.

Intake: May

Duration: 3 years

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