Guidance

Initial teacher training core content framework for iQTS

The core content framework (CCF) for international qualified teacher status (iQTS).

Applies to England

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The core content framework for iQTS is for accredited English initial teacher training (ITT) providers to teach trainees learning outside the UK.

Candidates who successfully complete the iQTS training programme will then be able to apply for English QTS.

The CCF must be used in its entirety for iQTS.

This framework is based on the CCF for ITT in England with updates to reflect its use for international qualified teacher status. None of the original content has been amended.

Updates to this page

Published 15 November 2021
Last updated 10 June 2022 + show all updates
  1. Updated 'Initial teacher training: Core Content Framework' in preparation for wider roll-out of iQTS. Updates confirm that those who successfully complete iQTS will automatically be awarded qualified teacher status.

  2. First published.

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