Initial teacher training core content framework for iQTS
The core content framework (CCF) for international qualified teacher status (iQTS).
Applies to England
Documents
Details
The core content framework for iQTS is for accredited English initial teacher training (ITT) providers to teach trainees learning outside theof UK.England.
Candidates who successfully complete the iQTS training programme will then automatically be ableawarded to apply for English QTS.
The core content framework (CCF) must be used in its entirety for iQTS.
This framework is based on the CCF for ITT in England with updates to reflect its use for international qualified teacher status. None of the original content has been amended.
Updates to this page
Published 15 November 2021
Last updated 108 JuneMay 2022
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2025-05-08 14:24
Added ‘Using the initial teacher training and early career framework – applies from September 2025’.
2022-06-10 11:05
Updated ‘Initial teacher training: Core Content Framework’ in preparation for wider roll-out of iQTS. Updates confirm that those who successfully complete iQTS will automatically be awarded qualified teacher status.
Details
The core content framework for iQTS is for accredited English initial teacher training (ITT) providers to teach trainees learning outside theof UK.England.
Candidates who successfully complete the iQTS training programme will then automatically be ableawarded to apply for English QTS.
The core content framework (CCF) must be used in its entirety for iQTS.
This framework is based on the CCF for ITT in England with updates to reflect its use for international qualified teacher status. None of the original content has been amended.
Updates to this page
Published 15 November 2021
Last updated 108 JuneMay 2022
+ show2025
href="#full-history">+ show all updates
-
Update history
2025-05-08 14:24
Added ‘Using the initial teacher training and early career framework – applies from September 2025’.
2022-06-10 11:05
Updated ‘Initial teacher training: Core Content Framework’ in preparation for wider roll-out of iQTS. Updates confirm that those who successfully complete iQTS will automatically be awarded qualified teacher status.
Details
The core content framework for iQTS is for accredited English initial teacher training (ITT) providers to teach trainees learning outside theof UK.England.
Candidates who successfully complete the iQTS training programme will then automatically be ableawarded to apply for English QTS.
The core content framework (CCF) must be used in its entirety for iQTS.
This framework is based on the CCF for ITT in England with updates to reflect its use for international qualified teacher status. None of the original content has been amended.
Updates to this page
Update history
2025-05-08 14:24
Added ‘Using the initial teacher training and early career framework – applies from September 2025’.
2022-06-10 11:05
Updated ‘Initial teacher training: Core Content Framework’ in preparation for wider roll-out of iQTS. Updates confirm that those who successfully complete iQTS will automatically be awarded qualified teacher status.