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How BSc, HND, ND holders can apply for FG’s six-month teacher certification
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· September 8, 2026
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Key points The program is called the Accelerated Teacher Professionalisation Pathway and it lasts for six months. Non-education graduates have an opportunity to obtain professional teacher certification through a government program.
Non-education graduates have an opportunity to obtain professional teacher certification through a government program. The program is called the Accelerated Teacher Professionalisation Pathway and it lasts for six months.
This pathway is available to holders of various degrees, including BSc, HND, and ND. Further details on how to apply for this certification are available.
Those interested can find more information through a provided link, which outlines the application process for the FG's six-month teacher certification program.
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Published: September 8, 2026 ·
Source: The Punch ·
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