Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 1 July 2021
256. Deputy Jennifer Murnane O'Connor asked the Minister for Education the average time elapsed between applications being submitted and the Teaching Council’s decision; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [35639/21]
Amharc ar fhreagraUnder the Teaching Council Acts 2001-2015 the Teaching Council is the body with the statutory authority and responsibility for the regulation of the teaching profession in Ireland including the registration of teachers in the State.
The Teaching Council registers teachers in line with the requirements set out in the Teaching Council Act 2001-2015 and the Teaching Council (Registration) Regulations 2016.
The average processing time for applications for registration received from teachers who have qualified within Ireland is between 6-8 weeks from receipt of all application documentation.
The average processing time for applications for assessment and registration received from teachers who qualified outside of Ireland is 10 -12 weeks from receipt of all application documentation, which is in line with the EU Directive 2005/36/EU.
This information on timeframes is included on application forms and is also published on the Teaching Council’s website.
It is important to note that the registration/assessment process cannot commence until all required forms and supporting documentation have been submitted. Thus, applicants for registration are asked to ensure that all forms are fully completed and supporting documentation is submitted with their application as otherwise this leads to delays in processing.
