Register to teach
How to register
Check what you need to do in order to register.
Renew my registration
Teachers must renew their registration annually.
Vetting
All teachers are legally required to be vetted by the National Vetting Bureau. It is the role of the Teaching Council to administer vetting for teachers in Ireland.
Professional Learning
The Teaching Council has many functions relating to teacher education.
Research
Promoting a culture of shared learning in which research and leading practice is encouraged and applied within the classroom setting is an important objective for the Teaching Council as set out in its Research Strategy.
Initial teacher education
To become a primary, post-primary and further education teacher in Ireland, you must complete a programme of initial teacher education (ITE).
Wellbeing
At the Teaching Council, we hold the wellbeing of all teachers and learners in the highest regard.
Cosán
Cosán is a framework developed to support the continuing professional development of teachers.
Latest News
Minister for Education Norma Foley TD and the Teaching Council announce landmark research study on teaching in Ireland
Longitudinal research aims to ensure teachers have the best possible start to their careers
Teaching Council introduces new process to support teachers seeking to return to the register
The Teaching Council hosts research event to celebrate RSF recipients
On Friday, 12 January, the Teaching Council held a research event to celebrate the work of teacher-researchers and HEI representatives who participated in the…
Fitness to Teach
The Teaching Council is responsible for promoting high professional standards in teaching. Any person including members of the public, employers and other teachers may make a complaint about a registered teacher.