Online Teaching Certification (OTC)

Laredo College is committed to providing continuous, high-quality professional development for all faculty, including those teaching in online and hybrid modalities. This commitment aligns with the standards of the institution’s accrediting agency:
 
Standard 6.2.a – Faculty possess the appropriate academic credentials and qualifications to teach their assigned courses.
 
Standard 6.2.c – Program faculty participate in appropriate and ongoing professional development to maintain instructional effectiveness.
 
Standard 12.6 – The institution provides regular, relevant professional development opportunities to strengthen teaching and learning.
 
Laredo College’s Online Teaching Certification program equips faculty with the skills, strategies, and technological competencies necessary to deliver engaging, rigorous, and accessible instruction across all delivery formats. By fostering continuous improvement and innovation in pedagogy, Laredo College ensures that all instructional modalities meet or exceed accreditation expectations and support student success.
OTC Faculty Acknowledgement Form This form serves as the official starting point for faculty pursuing the Online Teaching Certification (OTC) at Laredo College. It outlines the required steps and expectations for faculty pursuing Online Teaching Certification through the Catalog by Instructure platform. Complete Form
OTC Faculty Acknowledgement Form
OTC Extension Request This form is intended for faculty members who need to request an extension to complete the Online Teaching Certification (OTC) beyond the standard 30-day access period. Complete Form
OTC Extension Request