Each course has been crafted by our team of experienced writers and developers and exceeds the curriculum expectations set out by the Ontario Ministry. Each of our team members is certified through the Ontario College of Teachers, and have extensive experience not only developing course materials but teaching with them as well. As an innovative institution, CISS creates courses to engage today’s students, with a focus on integrating interactive multimedia learning elements throughout.
Yes. CISS is inspected by the Ontario Ministry of Education, and credit courses are recognized by all universities and colleges across Canada and the world. CISS School Identification Number (BSID) #884087
Yes. As a ministry of Ontario inspected institution, all credits offered through CISS are accepted by every college and university in Canada and around the world. Online courses are valued the same as a course taken at a physical school location. 96% of CISS graduates have been accepted to study at some of the top universities in Canada, the United States and globally.
Yes. CISS will issue an OSSD provided that students complete course requirement. CISS is able to recognize all prerequisite credits received at a home school in Ontario, or across the world.
When you sign up for a course, your Ontario home school will receive a notification from us. Following the completion of your course, your report card and transcript with completed credit will be sent to your home school within a week of completion.
Students may register for courses at any time. There is no defined registration timeline.
Yes, CISS welcomes students from across Canada and all around the world looking to study OSSD courses.
Yes! CISS is home to a large number of international students who have English as a second language. CISS teachers are extremely experienced with methods to help support English Language Learners throughout the course to ensure they succeed.
Students are required to provide a copy of their Ontario Student Transcript or a local school transcript showing that they have completed necessary prerequisite courses in addition to a government-issued piece of identification. A parent or guardian signature is also required for all students under the age of 18.
A prerequisite course is one that a student must complete prior to enrolling for their desired subject. Prerequisite requirements are determined by the Ontario Ministry of Education in order to ensure that students are properly prepared to take a course at the next level. Students can find required prerequisites by viewing course outlines. Students must prove that they have all necessary prerequisites by providing a copy of their Ontario Student Transcript (OST), report card, or credit counselling summary.
There are no official start dates. CISS online courses begin at your convenience when you register for the course. You will receive a welcome letter to your course containing all the information you need to begin.
Each course involves 110-hours of content, which students can complete at their own pace. Students can work through the course content as quickly or slowly as they see fit, there are no due dates, students submit their assignments when they complete them. Most students studying with CISS complete their courses within 12 weeks. Each course must be completed within 10 months of registration. Students have the option to pay for course extensions if required.
All course materials, including an online textbook, is included with CISS. Your course text, interactive multi-media resources, and practice problems are available to students 24 hours a day on our online learning management system.
Courses are delivered completely through our Moodle online educational platform. This easy-to-use platform is where you will find all:
Our Moodle platform is also where you will submit your assignments, complete online tests and receive feedback from your teachers.
Yes! You have both an Ontario certified teachers who are available to guide you throughout your course. Your teacher is available to provide detailed feedback, grade assessments and provide direction throughout your course experience. If you have questions throughout the course simply send them an email or a message through our Moodle platform if you have questions or concerns.
Students are able to fill out a course withdrawal form and drop a course at any time. If a student withdraws from a course prior to the midterm grade, the withdrawal will not show on their official Ontario transcript. No refunds are provided for dropped courses.
No. You are able to work through the course at your own pace, as long as you are able to complete the course within 10 months of registration.
The midterm point is determined based on each specific course outline provided at the start of the course by the course teacher. Students will receive their midterm grade following completion of the required assignments and assessments at that point in the course.
CISS final exams are all closed book and completed online under the supervision of an appropriate proctor. Students are responsible for finding a suitable proctor based on the requirements of the CISS Proctor Approval Application form. The application must be submitted at least 2 weeks prior to the intended exam date. If students require a CISS proctor, they may request this for a proctoring fee.
Students will need access to the following:
Report cards are e-mailed to students and mailed to their home school approximately one week following the final examination. For students’ convenience, we work with the guidance team at the home school to ensure credits are updated on the student official transcript immediately.
Yes. Your home school is required to add all credits earned through CISS to your official transcript, according to the policies of the Ministry of Education in Ontario.
