TSC Issues Academic Qualifications for Post Primary Teacher Positions
The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) is responsible for guaranteeing that only qualified individuals are entrusted with the important task of educating the country’s young people.
To achieve this goal, the TSC has established rigorous qualifications for various categories of post-primary teachers in Kenya.
Let’s explore the prerequisites for different teacher categories:
Graduate Teachers Academic Requirements for TSC Recruitment
Those aspiring to become Graduate Teachers must meet specific academic criteria. First, applicants must attain a minimum grade of C+ in the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE).
Additionally, they should have a C+ or higher in each of their two teaching subjects or two Principles and one Subsidiary pass at ‘A’ Level.
Furthermore, Graduate Teacher candidates can meet these requirements through various academic pathways, including holding a Bachelor of Education Degree with two teaching subjects, a Bachelor of Science or Arts Degree along with a Post Graduate Diploma in Education (PGDE) in two teaching subjects, or a Bachelor of Science/Arts with Education in two teaching subjects. Certain qualifications, like a Diploma in Education, are also considered.
Diploma Teachers Academic Qualifications for TSC Recruitment
Diploma Teachers, aiming to contribute to the education sector, must meet specific qualifications. They need at least a C+ grade in KCSE or its equivalent, with a C+ or higher in the two teaching subjects or one Principle and two Subsidiaries at ‘A’ Level. Additionally, they must hold a Diploma in Education from a recognized Teacher Training Institution with a minimum C+ in the two teaching subjects. Specific eligibility criteria apply to certain cases.
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Technical Teachers Qualifications
Technical Teacher applicants must meet stringent requirements. They need a minimum C+ grade in KCSE or its equivalent, with at least C+ in the two teaching subjects or one Principle and two Subsidiaries at ‘A’ Level in relevant subjects. Specific educational prerequisites include holding a Bachelor of Education Technology (BeD TECH), a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in a relevant technical subject or course, a Higher Diploma in a technical course, or a Diploma in a technical course. Applicants with qualifications not in the Secondary School Curriculum do not qualify.
In conclusion, these qualifications ensure that teachers in Kenya are not only academically proficient but also possess the necessary teaching skills to effectively educate the nation’s future generations.
The TSC’s commitment to maintaining high standards in teacher qualifications underscores Kenya’s dedication to providing quality education to its youth. Aspiring educators must meet these stringent requirements to embark on their journey of shaping the future through education.
TSC Issues Academic Qualifications for Post Primary Teacher Positions
