Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 10 October 2017
150. Deputy Robert Troy asked the Minister for Education and Skills if he will liaise with universities to ensure that teaching qualifications which are required are prioritised by third-level institutions. [42910/17]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe Deputy will be aware that the final report of the Technical Working Group on teacher supply, "Striking the Balance" was published on 9 June 2017. The report focusses on the development of a model of primary teacher supply, while outlining the work which will be required to establish a sustainable long term model of post-primary teacher supply. The report sets out an approach to planning the work necessary to develop a model for achieving a better balance between teacher supply and demand in the medium to long term.
Officials of my Department are now considering how the development of a model can be progressed, from within available resources. The necessary actions will include engagement with the Higher Education Authority in order to ensure that the supply of teachers meets demand and there is the correct balance of teachers in each of the various subject areas at post-primary level, as well as measures to address data requirements, particularly at post-primary level.
