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Mandatory Continuing Professional Development for In-Service Teachers

Mandatory Continuing Professional Development (MCPD)

TRCN conducts structured and standardized MCPD programmes to enhance teachers' professional capacity, uphold teaching standards, and ensure teachers stay updated with global best practices.

📋 View our comprehensive list of MCPD Accredited Providers

2.5M+
Active Teachers
500K+
Training Hours/Year
150+
MCPD Providers
85%
Completion Rate

Policy Framework & Legal Mandate

Understanding TRCN's authority and the legal framework governing teacher professional development

TRCN Act CAP T3 2004
Regulatory Authority
Professional Standards
Legal Requirements

Complete Training Process

Step-by-step breakdown of how TRCN conducts structured professional development programmes

Needs Assessment
Programme Development
Provider Accreditation
Quality Assurance

MCPD Categories & Types

Comprehensive guide to all MCPD categories, types, and duration-based classifications

Short Term Training
Medium Term Programmes
Long Term Education
Stakeholder Programmes

Credit Calculator & Requirements

Interactive tool to calculate credit units and understand minimum requirements by teacher category

Credit Calculation
Hour Tracking
Category Requirements
Compliance Checker

Participation Requirements

Complete checklist of requirements, compliance guidelines, and exemption criteria

Eligibility Criteria
Documentation
Compliance Cycle
Exemption Cases

Accredited Training Providers

Directory of TRCN-approved institutions and organizations offering MCPD programmes

Verified Providers
Programme Listings
Contact Information
Quality Assurance

Ready to Start Your MCPD Journey?

Access training resources and manage your professional development

Critical Requirements

  • • MCPD participation is mandatory for all registered teachers
  • • Non-compliance may result in license non-renewal and affect promotions
  • • Only TRCN-approved training programmes qualify for credit allocation
  • • Physical attendance and certificate of participation are required
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