Job requirements Community College Teacher in Canada

Find out what you typically need to work as a community college teacher in Canada. These requirements are applicable to all College and other vocational instructors (NOC 41210).

Employment requirements

This is what you typically need for the job.

  • A bachelor's degree, a college diploma or demonstrated expertise in the field of instruction is required.
  • A master's degree in the field of instruction may be required.
  • A certificate, diploma or degree in adult education may be required.
  • For instructors of trades, completion of apprenticeship training and industry or trade certification are required. Additional courses in teaching or a provincial teaching certificate may be required.

Source National Occupational Classification

Professional certification and licensing

You might need to get a certification from a regulatory authority before you start working. Find out if this occupation is regulated and contact the regulatory authority to learn about the certification process.

Manitoba

Job title Vocational Industrial Education Teacher
Job title Teacher & Technical Vocation Teacher

New Brunswick

Job title Cosmetologist Instructor
Regulated

Source Foreign Credential Recognition Program - ESDC

Do you want to work in another province or territory?

If you are already certified to work in a regulated occupation in your province or territory, it will be easier for you to have your certification recognized in another province or territory. See the Workers Mobility's website to learn more.

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