Over 15,750 Teachers Sit for Professional Qualifying Exam Across Nigeria
Dr. Jacinta Ezeahurukwe, the Director of Certification and Licensing at TRCN, emphasized that the exam is mandatory, focusing on evaluating the professional knowledge essential for teachers. The examination, a computer-based test, spans various categories based on academic qualifications, with questions tailored accordingly.
AKACHI NOEL 
In a bid to test the professional knowledge of educators, the Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN) conducted the November Diet of the Professional Qualifying Examination on Saturday, with an impressive turnout of no fewer than 15,750 teachers nationwide. The examination, part of TRCN's mandate, ensures that teachers are licensed before entering classrooms.
Dr. Jacinta Ezeahurukwe, the Director of Certification and Licensing at TRCN, emphasized that the exam is mandatory, focusing on evaluating the professional knowledge essential for teachers. The examination, a computer-based test, spans various categories based on academic qualifications, with questions tailored accordingly.
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Results are expected within two weeks, with the exam aimed at eliminating quacks from the teaching profession. The process ensures the authenticity of candidates, contributing to the improvement of teaching quality in Nigeria. The Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Education, David Adejo, commended the TRCN's efforts, stating that supporting regulatory bodies is crucial for maintaining professional standards.
Candidates expressed confidence in the examination's fairness and its role in elevating teaching standards in the country. The TRCN's commitment to eliminating quackery and improving the quality of education was echoed by both candidates and education stakeholders.
