Course
PK12-IB1
International Baccalaureate: Curriculum Processes
Start your journey to becoming an IB-certified educator.
This 6-week, fully online course is your introduction to the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme (DP). You'll explore the core philosophy of IB education and learn how to design curriculum that reflects its international focus and inquiry-based approach.
Through the IB's learning cycle - Inquire, Act, Reflect - you'll begin developing your own unit of inquiry while gaining practical strategies for curriculum planning, instructional design, and learning engagement.
Course Format:
- Runs over 6 weeks, fully online
- Includes weekly-paced modules and optional live sessions
- Facilitated by an experienced IB educator
- Includes weekly tasks, discussions and assignments with set deadlines
Course Progression:
This is course 1 of 4 in the OISE Certificate in International Education for IB. Courses must be completed in sequence:
- IB1: Curriculum Processes
- IB2: Approaches to Teaching and Learning
- IB3: Assessment and Learning
- IB4: Professional Learning & Capstone Project
What You'll Learn
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the IB1 course, you will have learned:
- The mission and educational philosophy of the IB
- Key components of the IB Diploma Programme curriculum
- Instructional design principles for creating authentic, inquiry-based learning
- Strategies to promote the IB approach within your school
- How the Diploma Programme aligns with the Primary Years Programme (PYP), the Middle Years Programme (MYP), and Career-Related Programmes (CP).
Notes
Prerequisites
To enroll, you must meet all programme entry requirements, which includes three key areas:
Subject Specialization (Required for IB Recognition)
You must select a specialization subject from the IB Diploma Programme specialization options (i.e., Mathematics, Biology, History, English, etc.)
OISE will assign you a mentor for completion of the Capstone Project in IB4
Education and/or Experience
- Academic Pathway:
A bachelor's degree that includes at least 8 half-credit courses in your chosen specialization subject
or
- Professional Experience Pathway:
At least 3 years of full-time teaching experience at the high school level (grades 9-12) in your chosen specialization subject, verified through the IB Certificate of Teaching Experience form in the PK12-IB1 application.
English Language Proficiency
If your undergraduate degree was not completed in English or French, you must submit proof of one of the following:
- IELTS (Academic): Minimum 6.5 in all sections
- TOEFL iBT: Minimum score of 79 overall
Teaching Certification
You must have one of the following:
- A recognized teaching degree or license from any jurisdiction in the world
or
- At least 3 years of full-time teaching experience at the high school level (grades 9-12) in your chosen specialization subject, verified through the IB Certificate of Teaching Experience form in the PK12-IB1 application.
Note: Applications must be approved in advance of the course start date. If you do not meet the requirements, we will contact you to discuss your options.
Recommendations
The minimum passing grade for the IB1 course is a C- (60%), per the OISE CPL grading scale.
Upon successful completion of all four courses, you will be issued a digital copy of your OISE Certificate in International Education for IB - Diploma Programme.
Course can be applied towards
OISE Certificate in International Education for International Baccalaureate (IB) Qualification (Diploma Programme): Compulsory Courses
Affiliation to outside organizations
This course is recognized by the International Baccalaureate Organization.
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DEADLINE TO REGISTER: May 7, 2026, 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET)
If the “Add to Cart” button is still visible, late registration may be available, if time and space permit. Register early, as courses sometimes fill before the posted deadline.
Course Format
This 6-week course runs fully online in a blend of asynchronous and optional synchronous (live) sessions. It is facilitator-led and organized into weekly modules that include readings, discussions, and assignments with set due dates.
Technology Requirements
You’ll need a reliable internet connection and a modern web browser to access course materials. Optional live sessions (if offered) will be announced within the course site.
Registration Process
- Select 'Add to Cart' and proceed to checkout.
- Log in to your Learner Portal (or create an account) and complete payment.
- In your learner account, go to 'My Applications' > 'Start' to complete your application.
- An OISE CPL representative will review your submission and provide a status update prior to the course start date.
Withdrawal and Refund Policy
Withdrawal, transfer, and refund requests must be submitted before the course start date. Partial refunds or one-time transfers may be available within a short period after the start date (see policy for details). View the full policy on our website under Policies & Guidelines > Withdrawals and Transfer Policy.
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