ABSTRACT
Teaching, learning and the process of education are complex activities. Qualifying to Teach (DfES/TTA, 2002, replacing DfEE Circular 4/98) outlines the essential standards that all entrants to the teaching profession must demonstrate, and it is essential to familiarise yourself with this document so you are fully aware of just how demanding a task it is becoming a teacher. Figure 9.1 presents the outline headings of the Professional Standards for Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). A full downloadable version of this document is available at www.canteach.gov.uk.
