asked the Minister for Education the number of qualified teachers who have received the diploma for teachers of mentally and physically handicapped children for 1972 to 1977; in which sector of education are they now employed; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
Written Answers . - Teachers' Diploma .
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: A total of 144 qualified teachers received the diploma over the period in question. Of these, 113 are now employed in special schools or classes for the handicapped, 12 are serving in ordinary national schools, 18 have resigned the service and one has died.