We are offering QTLS through the University of Greenwich in partnership with the Education and Training Foundation (ETF).
We are offering QTLS through the University of Greenwich in partnership with the Education and Training Foundation (ETF). We are the first provider to offer QLTS in partnership with the Education and Training foundation in London, and the third nationally.
This opportunity supports our trainee teachers to go on to complete the professional formation process to gain QTLS status after completing their PGCE.
In addition to the support from ETF, we provide guidance through online workshops to promote a community of practice for both applicants and supporters.
The application window for October 2026 cohort is 22 June to 22 Sept 2026. Deadline for submission: 5pm 29 Sept 2026. The professional formation period is 26 October 2026 to 23 March 2027.
The application window for January 2027 cohort is 22 June 2026 to 19 Oct 2026. Deadline for submission: 5pm 26 Oct 2026. The professional formation period is 25 January to 30 June 2027.
You will find more information on our website here.
How to apply:
You need to be a member of ETF and meet the eligibility criteria.
Please email your name to Michelle Best m.best@gre.ac.uk to be eligible for a discount code for Greenwich students/partners, where ETF will waive the £55 QTLS application fee. When you go through the basket on your MyETF account you can add the code.
The application process consists of the following stages:
Stage 1 Application process and access to the application portfolio. To apply visit ETF website.
Stage 2 If accepted onto the programme, you should pay the fees to ETF (you can pay in instalments) and I will contact you with the dates of the online workshops.
To be eligible to apply for QTLS please go to eligibility overview on the ETF website.
UoG QTLS Leaflet
The University of Greenwich (UoG), School of Education would like to invite qualified Further Education teachers to apply for Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills (QTLS) status. Working in partnership with the Education and Training Foundation and building on the principles of QTLS status as set by the professional membership body, we aim to support you in the application and completion of the QTLS workbook. We will provide workshops aiming to direct you through the professional formation process, preparing you for submission of your application.
Delivery of workshop sessions by experienced assessors offer a detailed step by step approach to the professional formation process incorporating time saving hints and tips to help you complete the sections of the workbook. Workshops for applicants also include the development of critical analysis skills and reflective practice. Workshops for Supporters, who guide and mentor applicants through the QTLS process, will also be available. This will include detailed guidance on conducting observations and completion of documentation linked to the Professional Standards (ETF 2022).
QTLS status advances Further Education teachers in their careers and demonstrates improved expertise and experience as reflective practitioners. There are many benefits of having QTLS status including recognition of valuable Continuing Professional Development, building confidence, enhancement of teaching practice and development of reflective practitioners. ETF members with QTLS can use the initials as a designation which demonstrates commitment to employers and enhances career progression.
Application process:
You need to be a member of ETF and meet the eligibility criteria.
Please email your name to Michelle Best m.best@gre.ac.uk to be eligible for a discount code for Greenwich students/partners, where ETF will waive the £55 QTLS application fee. When you go through the basket on your MyETF account you can add the code.
The application process consists of the following stages:
Stage 1 Application process and access to the application portfolio. To apply visit ETF website
Stage 2 If accepted onto the programme, you should pay the fees to ETF (you can pay in instalments) and I will contact you with the dates of the online workshops.
To be eligible to apply for QTLS please go to eligibility overview on the ETF website.