Those applying for registration on or after 1 January 2017 must meet:

1. Qualification Requirements

Hold an Honours Bachelor Degree (NFQ Level 8) which meets the post 1 January 2017 requirements for at least one curricular subject

AND

Hold an approved teacher education qualification directed towards first to sixth years (typically students in the 12 to 18 year age range).

OR

Hold a Teaching Council approved concurrent degree qualification in post-primary initial teacher education which combines the study of one or more curricular subjects with teacher education studies directed towards first to sixth years (typically students in the 12 to 18 year age range).

2. Evidence of Character Requirements

All applicants for registration must meet the Teaching Council's Evidence of Character requirements

Application Process