What if I already hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) from the compulsory education sector?
The regulations recognise that those who come to work in further education and skills holding QTS status meet the qualification requirements, but will benefit from early continuing professional development (CPD) to familiarise themselves with the lifelong learning sector. Please click here for a copy of the ‘Orientation Guidance for Qualified Teachers Entering Further Education’(PDF document, 1.00 MB) Those coming to work in further education and skills with QTS have to complete Professional Formation and gain QTLS status within two years of taking up a teaching position (post-September 2007). When you undertake Professional Formation, the IfL will verify whether this familiarisation process has taken place or not, during the assessment of your portfolio. Click the relevant links below for more information on gaining QTLS and ATLS.
