From 6adcf557554ddeff38af52f36767e2c3277f6db2 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Sarah-DfE <103052329+Sarah-DfE@users.noreply.github.com> Date: Thu, 9 Jan 2025 11:11:42 +0000 Subject: [PATCH 1/8] initial changes to page --- .../non-uk-teachers/non-uk-qualifications.md | 42 +++++++++---------- 1 file changed, 20 insertions(+), 22 deletions(-) diff --git a/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/non-uk-qualifications.md b/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/non-uk-qualifications.md index 8a4f40d0d3..6aaf4ffa54 100644 --- a/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/non-uk-qualifications.md +++ b/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/non-uk-qualifications.md @@ -62,54 +62,52 @@ keywords: - Comparability --- -Before you apply for teacher training in England, you must check that you have [the right qualifications](#qualifications-youll-need-to-train-to-teach) and they meet the standard set for English teacher training. +To train to teach in England, you’ll need to have: -## How to check your qualifications +* a bachelor’s degree from a UK or non-UK university (or other institution) +* a maths qualification of the same standard as GCSE (General Certificate of Secondary Education) grade 4 (C) +* for teaching pupils aged 3 to 11, a science qualification of the same standard as GCSE grade 4 (C) +* an English language qualification which meets the standard of a GCSE (General Certificate of Secondary Education) grade 4 (C) -The simplest way to check your qualifications meet the required standard in England is to get a [statement of comparability from the UK European Network of Information Centres (UK ENIC)](https://enic.org.uk/Qualifications/SOC/Default.aspx). +A GCSE is an academic qualification awarded for exams in England, usually taken at the age of 16. -This is a certificate that proves your school and university qualifications are the same standard as UK GCSEs and a UK bachelor's degree. +When you get offered a place on a course, your provider will arrange a background and criminal records check. This is known as a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. You must pass these checks to teach students under 18. Safeguarding checks may take longer if you are living or have lived abroad. -When you apply for teacher training, you'll be asked to submit details of your statement of comparability. Applications which include this are 28% more likely to be successful. +You’ll also need to complete a fitness questionnaire before starting training. -A statement of comparability costs $nonuk_statementofcomparabilitycost$. It takes 15 working days to complete your order from the date ENIC receives your qualification documents and payment. +## How to check your qualifications -## Get help checking your qualifications +To check your qualifications meet the required standard in England you’ll need a [statement of comparability from the UK European Network of Information Centres (UK ENIC)](https://enic.org.uk/Qualifications/SOC/Default.aspx). -To get help with your qualifications, you can use the live chat service at the bottom of this page. Or you can call us on +44 800 389 2500. Calls will be charged at your country's standard rate. +This certificate proves your school and university qualifications are the same standard as UK GCSEs and a UK bachelor’s degree. -We're available Monday to Friday between 8:30am and 5:30pm (UK local time) except on [bank holidays](https://www.gov.uk/bank-holidays) in England. +When you apply for teacher training, you’ll be asked to submit details of your statement of comparability. Applications which include this are 28% more likely to be successful. -When you speak to us, we can tell you if you're eligible for a [teacher training adviser](/teacher-training-advisers). +A statement of comparability costs $nonuk_statementofcomparabilitycost$. It takes 15 working days to complete your order from the date ENIC receives your qualification documents and payment. -## Qualifications you'll need to train to teach +## Get help checking your qualifications -To train to teach in England, you'll need: +To get help with your qualifications, you can use the live chat service at the bottom of this page. Or you can call us on +44 800 389 2500. Calls will be charged at your country's standard rate. -* a degree which meets the standard of a UK bachelor’s degree (this can come from a non-UK university) -* an English language qualification which meets the standard of a grade 4 General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE) – a qualification awarded for exams taken at age 16 in England -* a maths qualification which meets the standard of a grade 4 GCSE -* if teaching children aged 3 to 11 in primary school, a physics, chemistry or biology (science) qualification which meets the standard of a grade 4 GCSE +We're available Monday to Friday between 8:30am and 5:30pm (UK local time) except on [bank holidays](https://www.gov.uk/bank-holidays) in England. -You'll also need to: +When you speak to us, we can tell you if you're eligible for a [teacher training adviser](/teacher-training-advisers). -* complete a fitness questionnaire before starting training -* undergo safeguarding and criminal record checks carried out by your training provider or employer ## English language, maths and science proficiency -If you’ve reached a certain proficiency in an English language test, some providers will accept this as evidence you meet the standard of a grade 4 GCSE in English. You can find out more by visiting the following websites: +If you’ve reached a certain proficiency in an English language test, some providers will accept this as evidence you meet the standard of a GCSE grade 4 (C) in English. You can find out more by visiting the following websites: * [International English Language Testing System (IELTS) website](https://www.ielts.org/) * [Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) website](https://www.ets.org/toefl) * [C2 Proficiency, formerly known as Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE) website](https://www.cambridgeenglish.org/exams-and-tests/proficiency/) -If you have not passed an English language test like this, or do not have qualifications in maths or science which are the same standard as grade 4 GCSE, some teacher training providers will let you sit tests in these subjects. It’s best to contact them to ask about their policy before you apply. +If you have not passed an English language test, or do not have a GCSE grade 4 (C) equivalent qualification in maths or science, some teacher training providers will let you sit tests in these subjects. Contact providers to check their policy before you apply. ## If you do not have a bachelor's degree -If you do not have a degree, you can apply for an [undergraduate course in England on the UCAS website](https://www.ucas.com/postgraduate/teacher-training/applying-teacher-training/find-teacher-training-programmes). These undergraduate courses are 3 to 4 years and combine a teaching degree with [qualified teacher status (QTS)](/train-to-be-a-teacher/what-is-qts). When you complete your studies, you’ll be able to apply for jobs as a teacher in England. +If you do not have a degree, you can apply for an [undergraduate course in England on the UCAS website](https://www.ucas.com/postgraduate/teacher-training/applying-teacher-training/find-teacher-training-programmes). These undergraduate courses are 3 to 4 years and you can search for courses that combine a teaching degree with [qualified teacher status (QTS)](/train-to-be-a-teacher/what-is-qts). When you complete your studies, you’ll be able to apply for jobs as a teacher in England. The [UK Council for International Student Affairs website](https://www.ukcisa.org.uk/) has lots of helpful information about studying at an English university. From 12673f21a6880ece1d8ddff5737300ce7c5f50a2 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Sarah-DfE <103052329+Sarah-DfE@users.noreply.github.com> Date: Thu, 9 Jan 2025 15:14:33 +0000 Subject: [PATCH 2/8] updating the eligibility to train to teach in England page --- .../non-uk-teachers/non-uk-qualifications.md | 38 +++++++------------ 1 file changed, 13 insertions(+), 25 deletions(-) diff --git a/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/non-uk-qualifications.md b/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/non-uk-qualifications.md index 6aaf4ffa54..4bf68485ed 100644 --- a/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/non-uk-qualifications.md +++ b/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/non-uk-qualifications.md @@ -69,11 +69,7 @@ To train to teach in England, you’ll need to have: * for teaching pupils aged 3 to 11, a science qualification of the same standard as GCSE grade 4 (C) * an English language qualification which meets the standard of a GCSE (General Certificate of Secondary Education) grade 4 (C) -A GCSE is an academic qualification awarded for exams in England, usually taken at the age of 16. - -When you get offered a place on a course, your provider will arrange a background and criminal records check. This is known as a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. You must pass these checks to teach students under 18. Safeguarding checks may take longer if you are living or have lived abroad. - -You’ll also need to complete a fitness questionnaire before starting training. +A GCSE is an academic qualification awarded for exams in England, usually taken at the age of 16. ## How to check your qualifications @@ -83,17 +79,7 @@ This certificate proves your school and university qualifications are the same s When you apply for teacher training, you’ll be asked to submit details of your statement of comparability. Applications which include this are 28% more likely to be successful. -A statement of comparability costs $nonuk_statementofcomparabilitycost$. It takes 15 working days to complete your order from the date ENIC receives your qualification documents and payment. - - -## Get help checking your qualifications - -To get help with your qualifications, you can use the live chat service at the bottom of this page. Or you can call us on +44 800 389 2500. Calls will be charged at your country's standard rate. - -We're available Monday to Friday between 8:30am and 5:30pm (UK local time) except on [bank holidays](https://www.gov.uk/bank-holidays) in England. - -When you speak to us, we can tell you if you're eligible for a [teacher training adviser](/teacher-training-advisers). - +A statement of comparability costs $nonuk_statementofcomparabilitycost$. It takes 15 working days to complete your order from the date ENIC receives your qualification documents and payment. ## English language, maths and science proficiency @@ -111,22 +97,24 @@ If you do not have a degree, you can apply for an [undergraduate course in Engla The [UK Council for International Student Affairs website](https://www.ukcisa.org.uk/) has lots of helpful information about studying at an English university. -## How to apply +## How to apply for teacher training -Have you spoken to one of our advisers to check you have the required qualifications for teacher training in England? They can also help you submit your application. +You can [search for postgraduate teacher training courses](https://find-teacher-training-courses.service.gov.uk/) that lead to qualified teacher status (QTS). -Learn more about [how to find and apply for teacher training courses](/non-uk-teachers/train-to-teach-in-england-as-an-international-student#find-and-apply-for-teacher-training-courses). +[Find guidance on applying for teacher training courses](/how-to-apply-for-teacher-training/teacher-training-application). -## Already a qualified teacher? +When you get offered a place on a course, your provider will arrange a background and criminal records check. This is known as a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. You must pass these checks to teach students under 18. Safeguarding checks may take longer if you are living or have lived abroad. + +You’ll also need to complete a fitness questionnaire before starting training. If you're already a qualified teacher, find out how you can [teach in England if you completed your teacher training outside the UK](/non-uk-teachers/teach-in-england-if-you-trained-overseas). -## Contact +## Get help -If you have general questions about the information on this page, you can email us at teach.inengland@education.gov.uk. +To get help with your qualifications, you can use the live chat service at the bottom of this page. Or you can call us on +44 800 389 2500. Calls will be charged at your country's standard rate. -You may be eligible for personalised support from a [teacher training adviser](/teacher-training-advisers). They can help with your application to a training provider or school. +We're available Monday to Friday between 8:30am and 5:30pm (UK local time) except on [bank holidays](https://www.gov.uk/bank-holidays) in England. -To check if you're eligible for an adviser, you can call us on +44 800 389 2500. Calls will be charged at your country’s standard rate. Or you can contact us using the live chat service at the bottom of this page. +When you speak to us, we can tell you if you're eligible for a [teacher training adviser](/teacher-training-advisers). -We’re available Monday to Friday between 8:30am and 5:30pm (UK local time) except on [bank holidays](https://www.gov.uk/bank-holidays) in England. +If you have general questions about the information on this page, you can email us at teach.inengland@education.gov.uk. From 83800062e71db18b13cdf81766dcba1601640005 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Sarah-DfE <103052329+Sarah-DfE@users.noreply.github.com> Date: Thu, 9 Jan 2025 15:55:34 +0000 Subject: [PATCH 3/8] updating bullets and you'll --- app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/non-uk-qualifications.md | 4 ++-- 1 file changed, 2 insertions(+), 2 deletions(-) diff --git a/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/non-uk-qualifications.md b/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/non-uk-qualifications.md index 4bf68485ed..3935faae43 100644 --- a/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/non-uk-qualifications.md +++ b/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/non-uk-qualifications.md @@ -66,14 +66,14 @@ To train to teach in England, you’ll need to have: * a bachelor’s degree from a UK or non-UK university (or other institution) * a maths qualification of the same standard as GCSE (General Certificate of Secondary Education) grade 4 (C) -* for teaching pupils aged 3 to 11, a science qualification of the same standard as GCSE grade 4 (C) +* a science qualification of the same standard as GCSE grade 4 (C) if you teach pupils aged 3 to 11 * an English language qualification which meets the standard of a GCSE (General Certificate of Secondary Education) grade 4 (C) A GCSE is an academic qualification awarded for exams in England, usually taken at the age of 16. ## How to check your qualifications -To check your qualifications meet the required standard in England you’ll need a [statement of comparability from the UK European Network of Information Centres (UK ENIC)](https://enic.org.uk/Qualifications/SOC/Default.aspx). +To check your qualifications meet the required standard in England you will need a [statement of comparability from the UK European Network of Information Centres (UK ENIC)](https://enic.org.uk/Qualifications/SOC/Default.aspx). This certificate proves your school and university qualifications are the same standard as UK GCSEs and a UK bachelor’s degree. From e8e5da32720b6f8a871101cf7577efac45322694 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Sarah-DfE <103052329+Sarah-DfE@users.noreply.github.com> Date: Mon, 13 Jan 2025 13:50:55 +0000 Subject: [PATCH 4/8] Adding a line from the train to teach page which is better suited on this page --- app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/non-uk-qualifications.md | 2 ++ 1 file changed, 2 insertions(+) diff --git a/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/non-uk-qualifications.md b/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/non-uk-qualifications.md index 3935faae43..f6c115781f 100644 --- a/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/non-uk-qualifications.md +++ b/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/non-uk-qualifications.md @@ -107,6 +107,8 @@ When you get offered a place on a course, your provider will arrange a backgroun You’ll also need to complete a fitness questionnaire before starting training. +Due to rules about immigration, not all providers can accept international applicants. Check with providers before you apply. + If you're already a qualified teacher, find out how you can [teach in England if you completed your teacher training outside the UK](/non-uk-teachers/teach-in-england-if-you-trained-overseas). ## Get help From 5549c721d34a88080ad14812462c26903c985e34 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Sarah-DfE <103052329+Sarah-DfE@users.noreply.github.com> Date: Tue, 14 Jan 2025 09:10:03 +0000 Subject: [PATCH 5/8] removed reference to video --- app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/non-uk-qualifications.md | 4 ---- 1 file changed, 4 deletions(-) diff --git a/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/non-uk-qualifications.md b/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/non-uk-qualifications.md index f6c115781f..325422ed2a 100644 --- a/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/non-uk-qualifications.md +++ b/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/non-uk-qualifications.md @@ -12,10 +12,6 @@ navigation_title: Qualifications you'll need to train to teach in England navigation_description: Before you apply, get help checking you have the correct qualifications for English teacher training. image: "static/images/content/hero-images/0032.jpg" backlink: "../../" -youtube_video: - why-train-to-teach: - id: u0W7UTnGcc0 - title: A video about why you should Train to Teach in England keywords: - International - Overseas From 5d648a81848204104b0012a0cfe8130e498695b6 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Sarah-DfE <103052329+Sarah-DfE@users.noreply.github.com> Date: Tue, 14 Jan 2025 13:36:25 +0000 Subject: [PATCH 6/8] Adding 'checking' for clarification --- app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/non-uk-qualifications.md | 2 +- 1 file changed, 1 insertion(+), 1 deletion(-) diff --git a/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/non-uk-qualifications.md b/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/non-uk-qualifications.md index 325422ed2a..731edbc80e 100644 --- a/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/non-uk-qualifications.md +++ b/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/non-uk-qualifications.md @@ -109,7 +109,7 @@ If you're already a qualified teacher, find out how you can [teach in England if ## Get help -To get help with your qualifications, you can use the live chat service at the bottom of this page. Or you can call us on +44 800 389 2500. Calls will be charged at your country's standard rate. +To get help with checking your qualifications, you can use the live chat service at the bottom of this page. Or you can call us on +44 800 389 2500. Calls will be charged at your country's standard rate. We're available Monday to Friday between 8:30am and 5:30pm (UK local time) except on [bank holidays](https://www.gov.uk/bank-holidays) in England. From 2d925c85ba3cd78174d4985bc7bf51d37380d199 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Sarah-DfE <103052329+Sarah-DfE@users.noreply.github.com> Date: Tue, 14 Jan 2025 14:23:49 +0000 Subject: [PATCH 7/8] changing a you'll to a you will --- app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/non-uk-qualifications.md | 2 +- 1 file changed, 1 insertion(+), 1 deletion(-) diff --git a/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/non-uk-qualifications.md b/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/non-uk-qualifications.md index 731edbc80e..534c810132 100644 --- a/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/non-uk-qualifications.md +++ b/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/non-uk-qualifications.md @@ -8,7 +8,7 @@ related_content: Train to teach in England as a non-UK citizen : "/non-uk-teachers/train-to-teach-in-england-as-an-international-student" Learn more about international qualified teacher status : "/non-uk-teachers/international-qualified-teacher-status" navigation: 20.20 -navigation_title: Qualifications you'll need to train to teach in England +navigation_title: Qualifications you will need to train to teach in England navigation_description: Before you apply, get help checking you have the correct qualifications for English teacher training. image: "static/images/content/hero-images/0032.jpg" backlink: "../../" From 578fba88e96180f145bc13e42ea510003e59272f Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Sarah-DfE <103052329+Sarah-DfE@users.noreply.github.com> Date: Tue, 14 Jan 2025 14:25:55 +0000 Subject: [PATCH 8/8] removing contractions --- .../non-uk-teachers/non-uk-qualifications.md | 14 +++++++------- 1 file changed, 7 insertions(+), 7 deletions(-) diff --git a/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/non-uk-qualifications.md b/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/non-uk-qualifications.md index 534c810132..677e7f9cf5 100644 --- a/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/non-uk-qualifications.md +++ b/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/non-uk-qualifications.md @@ -58,7 +58,7 @@ keywords: - Comparability --- -To train to teach in England, you’ll need to have: +To train to teach in England, you will need to have: * a bachelor’s degree from a UK or non-UK university (or other institution) * a maths qualification of the same standard as GCSE (General Certificate of Secondary Education) grade 4 (C) @@ -73,13 +73,13 @@ To check your qualifications meet the required standard in England you will need This certificate proves your school and university qualifications are the same standard as UK GCSEs and a UK bachelor’s degree. -When you apply for teacher training, you’ll be asked to submit details of your statement of comparability. Applications which include this are 28% more likely to be successful. +When you apply for teacher training, you will be asked to submit details of your statement of comparability. Applications which include this are 28% more likely to be successful. A statement of comparability costs $nonuk_statementofcomparabilitycost$. It takes 15 working days to complete your order from the date ENIC receives your qualification documents and payment. ## English language, maths and science proficiency -If you’ve reached a certain proficiency in an English language test, some providers will accept this as evidence you meet the standard of a GCSE grade 4 (C) in English. You can find out more by visiting the following websites: +If you have reached a certain proficiency in an English language test, some providers will accept this as evidence you meet the standard of a GCSE grade 4 (C) in English. You can find out more by visiting the following websites: * [International English Language Testing System (IELTS) website](https://www.ielts.org/) * [Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) website](https://www.ets.org/toefl) @@ -89,7 +89,7 @@ If you have not passed an English language test, or do not have a GCSE grade 4 ( ## If you do not have a bachelor's degree -If you do not have a degree, you can apply for an [undergraduate course in England on the UCAS website](https://www.ucas.com/postgraduate/teacher-training/applying-teacher-training/find-teacher-training-programmes). These undergraduate courses are 3 to 4 years and you can search for courses that combine a teaching degree with [qualified teacher status (QTS)](/train-to-be-a-teacher/what-is-qts). When you complete your studies, you’ll be able to apply for jobs as a teacher in England. +If you do not have a degree, you can apply for an [undergraduate course in England on the UCAS website](https://www.ucas.com/postgraduate/teacher-training/applying-teacher-training/find-teacher-training-programmes). These undergraduate courses are 3 to 4 years and you can search for courses that combine a teaching degree with [qualified teacher status (QTS)](/train-to-be-a-teacher/what-is-qts). When you complete your studies, you will be able to apply for jobs as a teacher in England. The [UK Council for International Student Affairs website](https://www.ukcisa.org.uk/) has lots of helpful information about studying at an English university. @@ -101,11 +101,11 @@ You can [search for postgraduate teacher training courses](https://find-teacher- When you get offered a place on a course, your provider will arrange a background and criminal records check. This is known as a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. You must pass these checks to teach students under 18. Safeguarding checks may take longer if you are living or have lived abroad. -You’ll also need to complete a fitness questionnaire before starting training. +You will also need to complete a fitness questionnaire before starting training. Due to rules about immigration, not all providers can accept international applicants. Check with providers before you apply. -If you're already a qualified teacher, find out how you can [teach in England if you completed your teacher training outside the UK](/non-uk-teachers/teach-in-england-if-you-trained-overseas). +If you are already a qualified teacher, find out how you can [teach in England if you completed your teacher training outside the UK](/non-uk-teachers/teach-in-england-if-you-trained-overseas). ## Get help @@ -113,6 +113,6 @@ To get help with checking your qualifications, you can use the live chat service We're available Monday to Friday between 8:30am and 5:30pm (UK local time) except on [bank holidays](https://www.gov.uk/bank-holidays) in England. -When you speak to us, we can tell you if you're eligible for a [teacher training adviser](/teacher-training-advisers). +When you speak to us, we can tell you if you are eligible for a [teacher training adviser](/teacher-training-advisers). If you have general questions about the information on this page, you can email us at teach.inengland@education.gov.uk.