AMCTO education programs and services are geared to meet the needs of today's evolving municipal professionals. Explore our 2026 Winter/Spring correspondence courses and Zoom learning options below and register today to:
- Gain practical, foundational knowledge in local government administration and management
- Learn from experienced municipal practitioners, leaders, and subject matter experts
- Expand your professional network by connecting with participants across the province
- Take the next step in your career
- Earn professional development units (PDUs) to maintain your AMCTO CMO, AMP, or AOMC designation
Correspondence Courses (January - May)
A flexible learning option - review materials at times that work for you and submit assessments according to a given schedule.
- Municipal Administration Program (MAP)
- Municipal Accounting & Finance Program (MAFP)
- Municipal Law Program (MLP)
- Parliamentary Meeting Protocol Course (PMPC)
- OACA’s Primer on Planning Course (POP)
Registration for correspondence courses will be open until January 12 or until a course reaches capacity, whichever comes first.
Virtual (Zoom) Classes
Learn as a group at designated times with expert instructors.
Municipal Administration Program (MAP)
Optional: Complete two successive units within one term at an accelerated pace.
- Unit 1: February 10, 17, 24, March 3 & 10
- Unit 2: April 14, 21, 28, May 5 & 12
- Unit 3: February 10, 17, 24, March 3 & 10
- Unit 4: April 14, 21, 28, May 5 & 12
Municipal Accounting & Finance Program (MAFP)
- Unit 1: February 19, March 5, 19, April 2 & 16
- Unit 2 will be offered in Fall 2026
Municipal Law Program (MLP)
- Unit 1: January 30, February 13, 27 & March 13
- Unit 2: April 17, May 1, 15 & 29
- Units 3 & 4 will be offered in Fall 2026
Employment Law & Human Resources Program (ELHR)
Municipal Clerks Institute (MCI)
*Note: dates listed above are the dates of Zoom classes; each course also includes assignment deadlines with separate deadlines. A course syllabus outlining all deadlines will be provided to participants at the beginning of the course.
Registration deadlines for Zoom classes are available on the program webpages. Please note that spaces for Zoom classes are limited. Registration will be open until the deadline or when the class reaches capacity, whichever comes first.
All courses are open for both AMCTO members and non-members to attend, and there are no prerequisites.
Executive Diploma in Municipal Management (EDMM)
EDMM is a comprehensive, 10-month career development program designed to provide the foundational knowledge, skills and competencies required to be a successful municipal manager. Attend 16 modules on critical topics and practice your presentation and analytical skills among a group of peers. Register by February 27 to join the Spring 2026 cohort.
Diploma in Municipal Administration (DMA)
Stack your MAP, MAFP, MLP, and HR certificates to earn a comprehensive diploma that encompasses municipal administration, finance, law, and human resources management.
Professional Accreditation Programs
Use your MAP certificate as one of the stepping stones toward the AMCTO Certified Municipal Officer (CMO) and Accredited Municipal Professional (AMP) designations. These designations signal experience and expertise in the sector and a commitment to the profession.
For more information or questions about our education programs, please contact us.