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 April 8, 2026
Certificate of Qualification (COQ)
77,086
Independent School Teaching Certificate (ISTC)
2,301
COQ and ISTC
429
Total
79,816
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.