TSC Revised qualifications(Primary). The qualifications required for primary school teachers in Kenya have been updated by the TSC –
This is ensure that teachers are well-prepared to deliver quality education.
To align with the Competence Based Curriculum (CBC), the minimum entry requirement for teaching is now a Diploma in Education.
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There are two categories of primary school teacher levels:
- Diploma in Early Childhood Teacher Education for PP1&PP2 and
- Diploma in Primary Teacher Education for Grades 1 to 6.
To become a primary school teacher, you need to meet specific criteria.
For ECD teachers (PP1&PP2), a KCSE Mean Grade of C (plain) and above is required.
TSC Revised qualifications(Primary).
For Primary Teacher Education (PTE) teachers (Grades 1 to 6), the minimum requirement is a grade C Plain or its equivalent in KCSE,
PTE Certificate from KNEC, and a mean grade of C- (minus) for visually and hearing impaired individuals.
Special Needs Education with KSL and Braille is also considered as a second teaching subject.
Applying to become a TSC-registered teacher involves submitting the required documents, such as:
academic and professional certificates,
a copy of your ID or Passport,
passport photo,
KRA Pin Certificate, and
a duly filled GP 69 Medical Form.
The application process may also include a non-refundable fee of Kshs. 1055.
TSC Revised qualifications(Primary).
The recruitment and employment of registered teachers in Kenya is the responsibility of the TSC.
Interested candidates must apply for employment by submitting their application forms to the institutions they wish to be considered for employment.
Shortlisted candidates are then interviewed by a recruitment panel.
After meeting the minimum entry requirements for teacher training, –
Aspiring teachers can enroll in various colleges and universities that offer teacher training programs.
Some of these institutions include Embu College, Presbyterian Teachers College Rubate, and many others.
In summary, the qualifications for primary school teachers in Kenya have been revised to meet the requirements of the CBC Curriculum,
with specific criteria for ECD and PTE teachers.
Applicants must submit the necessary documents for TSC registration, and successful candidates are deployed to serve in various parts of the country.
There are numerous institutions in Kenya that offer teacher training programs for aspiring educators.
