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Overview
Alberta's government works with international organizations to enable them to offer the Alberta curriculum to students.
The Alberta Accredited International Schools (AAIS) program works to:
- increase international recognition of Alberta’s high-quality education through its international schools
- enable international schools to provide the Alberta curriculum and credentials to their local students
- create sustainable and efficient opportunities for internationals schools to receive and maintain government accreditation
- collaborate with government ministries and non-government organizations to link accredited schools, their teachers, students and community leaders with opportunities to study and work in Alberta
We monitor and accredit international schools to ensure that quality programming is delivered by Alberta certified teachers to thousands of students abroad.
Benefits of accreditation
Alberta's world-class education system has an excellent reputation and is recognized as one of the best in the world. Alberta’s strong Kindergarten to Grade 12 curriculum, highly qualified and trained teachers, and high standards contribute to students reaching their full potential.
When students graduate from an Alberta accredited international school, they receive the internationally recognized Alberta high school diploma. Many of Alberta's high school graduates continue their education at Alberta's outstanding universities and colleges. Others pursue post-secondary studies at excellent universities and colleges around the world that recognize the value of an Alberta education.
Becoming accredited
Becoming an Alberta accredited international school requires leadership, commitment, planning, resources and time.
Application process
Our application process includes the submission of an Expression of Interest (EOI) form. We review the EOI form to determine the candidate’s potential to meet all AAIS accreditation requirements. If determined eligible, an application form will be provided. We must receive the completed application no later than September 15 for the school to be considered for accreditation in the following school year. A non refundable application fee must be submitted along with the application form.
For more information on the application process and requirements, or to request an EOI form, email us at [email protected].
Working abroad
Alberta accredited international schools employ qualified and enthusiastic individuals to join their teams.
Teaching credentials
Teachers interested in seeking employment in an Alberta accredited international school must meet the Teacher certification requirements and are encouraged to contact the school directly.
Alberta accredited international schools are solely responsible for the recruitment and hiring of teachers and administrators. Teachers and administrators are responsible for due diligence when entering into employment contracts.
Accreditation process
For details on the accreditation process and requirements, request a copy of the 'Handbook for the Alberta Accredited International Schools' by emailing us at [email protected].
Accredited schools
Contact
Connect with the Alberta Accredited International Schools program:
Hours: 8:15 am to 4:30 pm (open Monday to Friday, closed statutory holidays)
Phone: 780-422-9423
Toll free: 310-0000 before the phone number (in Alberta)
Email: [email protected]
Address:
Alberta Accredited International Schools program
Alberta Education and Childcare
8th Floor, 44 Capital Boulevard
10044 108 Street
Edmonton, Alberta T5J 5E6