If you’re considering a career in teaching and wondering about the qualifications required, particularly if you have a C Plain in your KCSE results, here’s what you need to know about becoming a secondary school teacher in Kenya.
1. Minimum Requirements for Diploma Teachers Graduated in 2008 or Earlier
TSC allows diploma teachers who graduated in 2008 or earlier with a mean grade of C (plain) in their two teaching subjects to teach in secondary schools.
This also applies to hearing-impaired and blind individuals trained with a mean grade of C in their respective subjects in the mentioned years and earlier.
2. TSC Recommended Qualifications for Diploma Teachers
- Diploma in Education from a recognized Teacher Training Institution.
- Minimum mean grade of C+ in KCSE or equivalent.
- Proficiency in at least two teaching subjects with a minimum grade of C+ or credit.
3. TSC Minimum Qualifications for Graduate Teachers
- Mean grade of C+ in KCSE and at least a C+ in each of the two teaching subjects.
- Alternatively, teacher trainees with two principal passes and one subsidiary pass at ‘A’ level are eligible to teach in secondary schools.
4. Eligible Degree Courses for Teaching Profession
- Bachelor of Education with two teaching subjects.
- Bachelor of Science with Education.
- Bachelor of Arts with Education.
- Proficiency in two teaching subjects is emphasized in each of the above courses.
5. Additional Requirements
- The teaching course must be pursued from a recognized institution.
- Registration as a teacher with a valid TSC number is mandatory.
Can I do a Diploma in Secondary Education with C Plain?
Yes, you can pursue a Diploma in Secondary Education with a mean grade of C+ in KCSE and a grade of C+ in two teaching subjects.
This qualification allows you to teach in secondary schools.
In conclusion, while a C Plain in KCSE may limit your options, there are pathways available for you to become a secondary school teacher in Kenya.
Meeting the minimum requirements set by TSC and pursuing the necessary qualifications will enable you to pursue a fulfilling career in teaching.
FAQs on Secondary Teacher Qualifications
Q: Can I become a secondary school teacher in Kenya with a C Plain in KCSE?
A: Yes, you can become a secondary school teacher in Kenya with a C Plain in KCSE.
However, the specific requirements vary based on whether you are pursuing a diploma or a degree in education.
Q: What are the minimum requirements for diploma teachers who graduated in 2008 or earlier?
A: Diploma teachers who graduated in 2008 or earlier with a mean grade of C (plain) in their two teaching subjects are eligible to teach in secondary schools.
This also applies to hearing-impaired and blind individuals trained with a mean grade of C in their respective subjects in the mentioned years and earlier.
Q: What qualifications do I need to become a diploma teacher?
A: To become a diploma teacher, you need to have a Diploma in Education from a recognized Teacher Training Institution, a minimum mean grade of C+ in KCSE or equivalent, and proficiency in at least two teaching subjects with a minimum grade of C+ or credit.
Q: What are the minimum qualifications for graduate teachers?
A: Graduate teachers need to have a mean grade of C+ in KCSE and at least a C+ in each of the two teaching subjects.
Alternatively, teacher trainees with two principal passes and one subsidiary pass at ‘A’ level are eligible to teach in secondary schools.
Q: Can I pursue a Diploma in Secondary Education with a C Plain in KCSE?
A: Yes, you can pursue a Diploma in Secondary Education with a mean grade of C+ in KCSE and a grade of C+ in two teaching subjects.
This qualification allows you to teach in secondary schools.
Q: Are there specific degree courses I should consider for teaching profession?
A: Yes, there are specific degree courses that are eligible for the teaching profession.
These include Bachelor of Education with two teaching subjects, Bachelor of Science with Education, and Bachelor of Arts with Education.
Proficiency in two teaching subjects is emphasized in each of these courses.
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