BOARD EXCELLENCE PROGRAM

Frequently Asked Questions

Good Governance (GG) Certificate

The Good Governance (GG) Certificate program provides foundational learning to support governors’ understanding of their role, and that of the college board. This is the first certificate to be completed.


Who is eligible to participate in the Good Governance (GG) Certificate program?

As part of the Board Excellence program, the GG Certificate program is uniquely designed for Ontario college boards of governors. As such, those eligible to enroll in these programs include: 

    • All governors from the 24 CAAT colleges;
    • Staff that directly support the work of the Board (executive assistant/secretary to the Board, and other directors/coordinators of boards);
    • Executive team members that work with and support the Board;
    • Board members of those organizations that have an affinity with the sector (e.g., OCAA, OntarioLearn, etc.).

What is the cost associated with enrolling in the program? 

    • There is no cost to Ontario colleges for enrolling in Good Governance Certificate program sessions.
    • For other affinity groups, there is an annual fee to enroll their membership. 

How do participants enrol? And when?

    • Registration instructions for LMS platform will be provided by your Board staff.
    • Enrolment opens each year in August, and closes October 7.

How long does it take to complete the program and what is required to successfully complete it? 

Together, the Good Governance and Advanced Good Governance Certificate programs can be completed in one year.

Required credits include attendance at three mandatory sessions:

    • One mandatory pre-recorded webinar; and
    • Two mandatory in-person sessions (Higher Education Summit).

Who are the facilitators/instructors in the program? 

Facilitators and instructors represent:

    • System partners (e.g., vendors/consultants/legal counsel) who work closely with colleges;
    • Leaders within the Ontario college system and its affiliates; and
    • Experts in their fields.

How are the sessions offered?

Sessions are offered in a variety of ways:

    • Webinar format (recorded);
    • Virtual, interactive learning sessions;
    • In-person: offered as part of the annual Higher Education Summit.

For more information, please contact the College Centre Team