Certificate (Cert.) Indigenous Language and Literacy Education

About this programme

Program Description This 30-credit program is designed for Algonquin, Cree, Inuit, Mi'gmaq, and Kanienkehaka (Mohawk) students who wish to gain a deeper understanding of their Indigenous language, especially in its written form. It is aimed mainly at those who will be teaching their Indigenous language. This certificate may be taken concurrently and completed within the Bachelor of Education for Certified Teachers program if the requirements for B.Ed. are fulfilled. More information about the Certificate in Indigenous Language and Literacy Education (program requirements, a full list of courses and course descriptions) can be found below. [program medium C-INDG-LLED X ILL MAJOR] Admission Information This program is offered through community partners - there is no direct admission. For more information about partners and how to create a partnership with McGill First Nations and Inuit Education, see our Partners page. Course Delivery Method The Office of First Nations and Inuit Education works collaboratively to structure the course delivery method with the Partner. The sequence of courses, the location, the dates are all decided together- McGill and the Partner. The programs are customized to meet the McGill requirements as well as the Partner’s needs. Examples of course delivery methods include; face to face courses, blended courses using technology for follow up and support, community based as well as courses offered on McGill campus. The uniqueness of the course delivery method is the attentiveness that is paid to the students’ learning and well-being. Contact Information Stephen Peters Director, Office of First Nations and Inuit Education Tel.: (514) 398-4527 Ext. 00859 Email Jim Howden Assistant Director, Office of First Nations & Inuit Education Tel.: (514) 398-4527 Ext. 09855 Email Program information is organized for two distinct groups: Prospective Students Currently Registered