Joining the profession
If you are interested in a teaching career, find steps and key information about how to get started.
For teachers
Find out about applying for or renewing your practising certificate.
For beginning teachers
If you have recently graduated from your ITE programme you are well on your way to starting an exciting teacher career. Find out next steps.
For relief teachers
Relievers are a critical part of the education system and the teaching profession. Find information about being issued with or renewing a practising certificate in this role.
For overseas-trained teachers
Information for teachers trained overseas who want to teach in New Zealand.
For professional leaders
Find information for professional leaders and employers in the teaching sector, to help you support certificated teachers.
For Limited Authority to Teach
Limited Authority to Teach enables people without a teaching qualification to teach in positions where there’s need for specialist skills or skills are in short supply.