- Eligibility
- After you apply
- Apply for a Yukon teacher certificate
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Eligibility
To be eligible for a Yukon teacher certificate, you must be:
- Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or hold a work permit;
- of good moral character and have sound judgement; and
- a fit and proper person to teach school students.
Qualification documents for a Yukon teacher certificate
You must hold a qualification document in good standing, such as:
- a certificate;
- a license;
- registration; or
- other forms of official recognition from another Canadian jurisdiction.
Or, you must've completed an approved bachelor of education degree:
- at a university or college in Yukon; or
- under the auspices of Yukon Education.
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After you apply
We’ll email you when your application package is with the registrar for review. Once reviewed, we’ll notify you in writing if you’re:
- approved;
- approved with restrictions or conditions;
- or denied.
Restrictions and conditions
If you have not taught in the past 2 years, you may get a Yukon teacher certificate with restrictions or conditions such as:
- extra training or experience requirements; and
- more examinations or assessments.
You may get a Yukon teacher certificate with restrictions or conditions, or be denied if:
- your most recent certification from another jurisdiction has restrictions or conditions; or
- you’ve faced complaints or criminal or disciplinary proceedings related to:
- you as a teacher;
- your conduct; or
- your character.
Read the Teacher Certification Regulations for more information Yukon teacher certification.
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Apply for a Yukon teacher certificate
Gather your supporting documents
A qualification document:
- A certificate
- A license
- Registration
- Other form of official recognition from another Canadian jurisdiction
Formal recognition if you've completed an approved bachelor of education degree at:
- a university or college in Yukon; or
- under the auspices of Yukon Education.
A current statement of professional standing:
- From the jurisdiction that issued your qualification document.
- From any other Canadian jurisdiction where you have taught.
A copy of your most recent evaluation
If you’re a new teacher, include copies of your practice teaching reports.
2 references who have known you for 2 years or longer
- Your references must fill out a Confidential Reference for Applicant for Teacher Certification form.
- The forms must include information about your abilities and suitability for teaching
- Your references must submit the form.
In person: Education Building (entrance to parking on Hospital Road), 1000 Lewes Boulevard in Whitehorse. We’re open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Email: teachercertification@yukon.ca
Mail:
Government of Yukon
Department of Education
Human Resources (E-1)
Box 2703
Whitehorse, Yukon Y1A 2C6
Your original official transcripts
Get this from the educational institution you attended.
A current vulnerable sector check
You must get a vulnerable sector check to get a Yukon teacher certificate. Follow these steps.
- Visit your local RCMP detachment with 2 pieces of identification.
- Follow the instructions given to you by the RCMP to complete the process. The fee for a vulnerable sector check can vary. Ask the RCMP about the cost.
- Bring the original to the Department of Education's Human Resources branch.In person: Education Building (entrance to parking on Hospital Road), 1000 Lewes Boulevard in Whitehorse. We’re open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Your vulnerable sector check is valid for 2 years from the date the RCMP verifies the search. You must keep it current, even if it expires in the middle of a school year.
Proof of identity, citizenship or employment status
A copy of your birth certificate, passport or work permit to show proof of:
- Canadian citizenship;
- permanent residency; or
- employment status.
We may also ask for:
- A record of all prior experience as a teacher
- Evidence of both oral and written skill in French or English
- More information needed to check the documents
Submit your application
Follow these steps to apply for a Yukon teacher certificate.
- Fill out the Application for Yukon Teacher Certification form.
- Include your supporting documents listed above.
- Submit your application package.
In person: Education Building (entrance to parking on Hospital Road), 1000 Lewes Boulevard in Whitehorse. Our office is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Email: teachercertification@yukon.ca
Mail:
Government of Yukon
Department of Education
Human Resources (E-1)
Box 2703
Whitehorse, Yukon Y1A 2C6
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For questions, email teachercertification@yukon.ca or phone 867-667-8295 or toll free in Yukon 1-800-661-0408, extension 8295.