These statistics reflect the current number of valid certificate holders. They do not capture applicants currently in the certification process.
Certificate Type
Number as of May 7, 2025
Certificate of Qualification (COQ)
76,249
Independent School Teaching Certificate (ISTC)
2,094
COQ and ISTC
432
Total
78,775
Number of Valid Letter of Permission Holders in B.C.
Typically, the maximum validity period for a Letter of Permission (LOP) is one school year. Individuals who are issued a Letter of Permission must re-apply once the validity period has expired.