Updated October 2024
Want to #GetIntoTeaching? Application are now open for postgraduate teacher training opportunities starting in 2025!
Why apply?
Successfully completing teacher training allows you to teach in a state primary school, secondary school, or further education institution.
You can visit Get Into Teaching for free support and advice about your teacher training and education career.
Note: this service is for courses in England.
Entry requirements
You’ll need:
- a degree
- grade 4 (C) or above in English and maths GCSEs
- grade 4 (C) or above in GCSE science if you want to teach primary
You will also need to:
- get a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) certificate if you’re teaching students under 18
- apply for a visa if you need one
Wondering about funding?
You can check if you can get funding for teacher training and search by the subject/level you want to teach. There are bursary and scholarship options available for teacher training courses that lead to a Qualified Teacher Status, and you don’t have to pay them back. Explore tax-free bursaries and scholarships of between £10,000 and £30,000.
All information about course details and fees can be found by clicking the button below.
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