John Cregan (Limerick West, Fianna Fail)
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Question 202: To ask the Minister for Education and Science the situation in relation to the requirements to be either a national or secondary teacher here; if in relation to Irish citizens working abroad as teachers such experience is taken into account in determining qualifications to teach here; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [18350/07]

Mary Hanafin (Dún Laoghaire, Fianna Fail)
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The Deputy may be aware that, with effect from 28th March, 2006, the Teaching Council is the designated authority for recognition of qualifications for the regulated profession of primary and secondary teachers.

Persons wishing to be registered as a teacher in this country must apply to the Teaching Council for recognition of their qualifications. If their qualifications are recognised by the Teaching Council then they will be eligible to apply for teaching posts.