Thanks Psyguy!

I guess the route that would be problematic in terms of IE might be School Direct with QTS but without the PGCE, meaning you would not have an academic teaching credential.

School Direct with PGCE should be fine.

Hi all,

I'm trying to find out more about the School Direct method of teacher training. I've read on some forums that certain School Direct qualifications are not recognised outside of England.

A university I am applying to offers University led training and School Direct training. Both options result in a PGCE awarded by the university and QTS.

I have been offered a place in the School Direct program. I'm wondering if this is a good option as I don't want to limit my opportunities to teach internationally in future.

Any advice regarding how School direct is viewed in the world of international education would be greatly appreciated!

Thanks for the reply sid. Do you have any idea which regions might not accept the certificate from TCNJ? As far as I'm aware you can get a working visa in most countries to teach English as long as you have a BA and perhaps a teaching certificate like a CELTA or TESOL. Would the law be different just because you work at an International School?

Elevate88 , I have looked into what you are trying to do. Your best option may be a program called "Teach-Now". As a non-US citizen you can receive a Washington teaching license through the program. The course provider has informed me that this license is renewable every 4 years as a non-US citizen. I have requested more information about the renewal process but they have yet to reply.

Hi all,

This is my first post. I'm looking for some guidance about certification options from overseas. I have searched the forum thoroughly but haven't found any prior discussion of my topic.

I am interested in The College of New Jersey's global program. Completion of the program results in different certification depending on whether or not you are a US citizen. US citizens receive a New Jersey teaching license whereas non-US citizens receive a "Certificate of Qualification".

I am not a US citizen so am eligible for the "Certificate of Qualification".

This certificate does not expire and I have been informed that it is accepted by international schools and their accrediting agencies, but not by all national systems.

Would anyone be able to let me know where this particular certificate rates in relation to the more traditional certification options like PGCE + QTS or a standard teaching license from a US State?

Would TCNJ's "Certificate of Qualification" be considered equal in the eyes of IS recruiters? Or would some schools or governments look on it unfavourably as, unless I am mistaken, it does not actually license you to teach in any national system?

Any help is appreciated!