Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 4 July 2013
125. Deputy Patrick O'Donovan asked the Minister for Education and Skills the options available to a person (details supplied) in relation to their teaching qualifications; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32749/13]
View answerSince March 2006 the Teaching Council is the statutory body for the registration of teachers including the recognition of teaching qualifications. The Council's registration regulations must be met before a person can be registered as a teacher. The Regulations aim to ensure consistency of approach and high standards for entry to the profession.
Teachers are employed by the relevant school authorities. Circular 0025/2013 issued by my Department in May confirms that Section 30 of the Teaching Council Act 2001 will be commenced on 1 November 2013. Subject to very limited exceptions Section 30 will prohibit payment by the State of people employed as teachers in recognised schools unless they are registered with the Teaching Council. Accordingly, applicants with enquiries regarding registration should contact the Council without delay. I understand that there may be a number of courses of action open to a person in this position.
