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 September 11, 2024
Certificate of Qualification (COQ)
73,687
Independent School Teaching Certificate (ISTC)
1,863
COQ and ISTC
393
Total
75,943
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.