Principles of
Administrative Justice
Principles of Administrative Justice (POAJ) is an introductory or refresher course for administrative decision-makers, investigators, staff, and advocates.
Livestream Course Dates
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September 28, 29, October 5, & 6, 2026 (8:30 am-12:00 pm MT)
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November 9, 10, 16, 17, 2026 (8:30 am-12:00 pm MT)
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December 2, 3, 10, & 11, 2026 (8:30 am-12:00 pm MT)
Available in an online self-paced study model
Administrative decision-makers prepare and deliver this course. Our goal is to provide you with a better understanding of the broader role and responsibilities of administrative decision-makers and of the tribunal and administrative law processes.
Course Purposes
This course intends to:
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provide you with a better understanding of the broader role and responsibilities of administrative decision-makers and tribunal and administrative law processes,
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create a solid foundation for the work using the four key principles of fairness, and
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introduce you to five significant aspects of the work, namely: conducting processes and hearings, admitting and weighing evidence, interpreting legislation, decision-making, and decision-writing.
Course Learning Outcomes
After this course, learners will be able to:
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describe administrative law and the various roles in administrative law
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diagnose ethical concerns for administrative decision-makers and apply common tools to resolve them
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enhance procedural fairness using the four key principles of fairness
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implement basic steps to prepare for and participate in a fair hearing
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explain the basic principles of evidence
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describe the modern method of interpreting legislation
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practice decision-making using the Foundation’s decision-making model
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describe basic techniques for solid decision-writing.
Livestream: $1,070.00 Members / $1,320.00 Non-Members
Online Self Paced Study: $1,320.00
*Refresher: $595.00 Member or Non-Member
*For individuals who have previously taken the course, and would like to attend a regularly scheduled livestream course at a discount rate. Please contact us at admin@foaj.ca or call 855-466-0501.