Your ITT Explained | Ep. 02 | ITT, QTS, PGCE: What Are You Actually Signing Up For?

Have you ever wondered what the difference is between ITT, QTS and a PGCE? You’re not alone! In this episode of You ITT Explain, I’m breaking down three terms you need to understand before starting teacher training in England. I’ll explain: • ITT: What Initial Teacher Training actually involves. • QTS: What Qualified Teacher Status means and why it matters. • PGCE: What this academic qualification adds to your training. • QTS vs PGCE: Why having one doesn’t automatically mean you have the other. • My experience: What it was like completing a school-based teacher training route that led to both QTS and a PGCE. I’ll also share practical questions to ask before accepting a teacher training offer, so you can understand exactly what your chosen route leads to. Whether you’re considering becoming a teacher, applying for teacher training, or navigating your route into teaching in England, this episode is for you. Next episode: The Different Routes Into Teaching in England. Subscribe for more honest, practical guidance on teacher training and building a teaching career in the UK. #YouITTExplain #TeacherTrainingUK #QTS #PGCE #TeachingInEngland