Becoming a teacher: Wales
To become a teacher in Wales, you need to gain Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) by completing Initial Teacher Education (ITE). There are several undergraduate and postgraduate routes to do this. Discover your options at
The Welsh Government-funded Educators Wales is a careers, training and recruitment portal that will help you explore the routes available.
Teaching at different levels
Careers Wales has more advice on becoming a
Teachers in further education (FE) teach at all levels including basic skills, academic teaching and vocational training. To teach vocational courses you’ll be expected to be an expert and qualified in your professional field. Learn more about being an FE lecturer on Educators Wales.
