TSC Latest Qualifications for Secondary School Teaching.
The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) of Kenya has updated its qualifications for secondary school teachers, ensuring that the standards remain high. To register as a secondary school teacher, individuals must hold either a diploma or a degree in education. These qualifications set the baseline for entering the teaching profession.
TSC Qualifications for Diploma Teachers
TSC has established specific criteria for teachers with a diploma in education:
Diploma in Education Requirements:
- Accredited Diploma: Prospective teachers must possess a diploma in education from a recognized Teacher Training Institution.
- Academic Performance: Applicants need a minimum mean grade of C+ in the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) or an equivalent qualification.
- Subject Proficiency: A minimum grade of C+ in two teaching subjects is necessary. However, diploma holders who graduated in 2008 or earlier can qualify with a mean grade of C (plain) in their teaching subjects. This exception also covers hearing-impaired and blind individuals trained during this period.
TSC Minimum Qualifications for Graduate Teachers
For graduate teachers, TSC has outlined the following criteria:
Degree Requirements:
- Academic Qualifications: Candidates must have a mean grade of C+ in KCSE and at least a C+ in each of their two teaching subjects. Alternatively, candidates with two principal passes and one subsidiary pass at ‘A’ level are eligible.
- Educational Degrees: The following degrees are recognized:
- Bachelor of Education with two teaching subjects.
- Bachelor of Science with Education.
- Bachelor of Arts with Education.
- Proficiency in two teaching subjects is emphasized for all the above degrees.
Additional Requirements:
Beyond these academic qualifications, candidates must complete their teaching courses at recognized institutions. They also need to register as a teacher and obtain a valid TSC number.
By maintaining these stringent qualifications, the TSC ensures a high standard of education and teaching proficiency within Kenyan secondary schools.
TSC Latest Qualifications for Secondary School Teaching.
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