Instructor Training Application

Congratulations on taking the first step toward joining the esteemed ranks of instructors with Ontario’s official, government-designated health and safety training centre. At the Workers Health & Safety Centre (WHSC), we are steadfast in our commitment to empowering workers, their representatives, supervisors and employers with the knowledge and tools they need to build safer, healthier workplaces across Ontario.

By participating in our Instructor Training Program, you are pursuing one of the most respected and comprehensive instructor certifications in Ontario’s health and safety training system. This opportunity reflects both your potential and your readiness to join a select group of instructors who set the standard for excellence in occupational health and safety education.

We look forward to the professionalism, passion, and dedication you will bring to this important role. Together, we will continue advancing WHSC’s mission delivering transformative training that improves lives and strengthens workplaces across the province.

Sincerely, Dan Armstrong
Vice President, Strategy and Training
Workers Health & Safety Centre

Program Information

To ensure your success in the WHSC Instructor Training Program, all participants must meet the following prerequisites:

Completion of WHSC Occupational Health and Safety Level I training, OR Completion of WHSC Certification Part I and 2 (JHSC Certified Member Training)

For your convenience, WHSC offers several Level I programs and Certification Training regularly.

WHSC Instructor Training (General/Advanced Program)

Workers Health & Safety Centre (WHSC) Instructor Training Program is an intensive, instructor-led development program designed to prepare participants to deliver high-quality occupational health and safety training using WHSC’s “Workers Training Workers” model. Training is delivered in-person in a classroom setting and focuses on adult education theory and practice, engaging learners, and learning how to prepare for instruction while following WHSC’s detailed session plans and required learning objectives (including meeting ministry obligations tied to specific programs). The program runs between 5 and 10 days, depending on the participant’s instructional experience, current certifications, and instructor training class size. Candidates with a college or university background in adult education—or those already certified through another recognized health and safety organization’s instructor training—may qualify for the 5-day stream. Those new to instructing are generally placed in a longer program (typically a minimum of 8 days). Participants are expected to complete assignments, deliver presentations, and actively participate in group learning, with mentored and evaluated practice sessions as part of the process. While the instructor training program is in-person, participants also receive preparation for delivering WHSC instructor-led training in online, virtual classrooms.

Name of Applicant

First NameLast Name

Email

example@example.com

Phone Number

Area CodePhone Number

City or Region

Where are you from?

Which major city or town is closest to you?

Applicants Workplace/Organization Name

Who do you work for?

Reference/Sponsor Info:

Being a sponsor is not a financial commitment. Your sponsor pays nothing toward your training and takes on no financial obligation of any kind.

A sponsor is someone who confirms they will actually use you as an instructor. This means an employer, organization, union, or a WHSC Training Services Representative (TSR) who intends to put you in front of a classroom to deliver WHSC training after you are certified.

WHSC certifies instructors from both unionized and non-unionized workplaces. Your sponsor can be your employer, your union, or a WHSC TSR.

Before applying, please confirm that your sponsor is aware of your application, supports it, and intends to provide you with opportunities to deliver training. A strong reference and a clear plan to apply your training will significantly improve your chances of success.

TSR or Sponsor name

First NameLast Name

Sponsor Email

example@example.com

Sponsor Phone Number

Area CodePhone Number

Have you previously applied for this program (Instructor Training)?

Have you completed WHSC - JHSC Certification Training (Part 1 & 2) or Level 1 Occupational Health and Safety Training already?

Does your workplace or organization currently use WHSC training?

Why do you want to become a WHSC Instructor?

Please give some examples of your experience in health and safety and or related training activities.

What does the "Worker Perspective" mean to you and how do you feel it applies to WHSC's Instructor training ?

How would you rate your digital literacy skills?

1 - Limited knowledge of computers, software and IT, 5 - Expert knowledge of computers, software and IT.

Would you be available/willing to teach community training sessions outside of your sponsor organization if available?

Would you be available/willing to upgrade to become a First Aid Instructor if available?

Have you read and understood all of the information presented in this application?

I confirm I am ready, willing, and able to teach WHSC programs and support the mission of advancing worker-centred training in Ontario and wish to submit this application. (signature required below)

Application Number

Instructor Training Application

Applicant Information

Reference/Sponsor Info:

Program Application