Training Pathway:

Primary teachers qualify via one of three routes: Type 3 (Junior Certificate + two-year Teachers Certificate), Type 2 (MSCE + two-year Teachers Certificate), or a Bachelor’s degree with education units. Secondary teachers require a Bachelor of Education or a Bachelor of Arts/Sciences with substantial pedagogical coursework. Tertiary instructors must hold a Master’s degree, with a Doctorate preferred.

Certification Requirements:

Every teacher is required to be indexed, registered and licensed by the Teachers Council of Malawi (TCM). Documentation needed is proof of education qualifications, police clearance and teaching experience for those holding degrees.

Continuing Professional Development:

Teachers are encouraged to participate in in-service training, subject-specific workshops, and pedagogical upgrades to maintain instructional quality and align with evolving national education standards.