WHY SHOULD I JOIN THE CHARTERED COLLEGE OF TEACHING?
Membership gives you the knowledge and confidence to make the best decisions for your pupils, from just £1.88 a month
WHAT DOES MEMBERSHIP DO FOR ME AND MY SCHOOL?
– Support school improvement and outcomes for pupils by engaging with the latest research on pedagogy
– Improve teaching and learning through enhanced CPD
– Reduce workload by learning from experts and sharing good practice with colleagues
– Raise the status of the profession by recognising the excellent practice and innovation which help pupils succeed
BROWSE BY MEMBER TYPE:
STUDENT MEMBERSHIP
Eligibility:
Open to those enrolled on a course or programme of teacher training. ‘A course or programme of teacher training’ includes: those taking part in a School Direct programme, Teach First participants in the first year of the programme, and those studying in full-time education for a degree in education or on a postgraduate programme related to education.
WHY JOIN?
We will help with what matters most.
– How to make the most of your training
– How the education system works
– How schools work
– How to be the best teacher: in your classroom, for your pupils and in your subject
– Where you can access support
– What to expect on placement
– How to make the most of placements
– Supporting in writing assignments and gather evidence for your portfolio
– How to stand out when applying for a job
BENEFITS
We’ll help you feel:
– Welcome at the beginning of your career
– Confident in your daily work and part of your new profession
– Supported by a group of members who have spent their careers working in education
– Guided to make the best decisions for your students
– Connected to shaping the future of your profession
FEATURES
We’ll support you with:
– Online copies of our peer-reviewed journal, Impact
– Access to our Early Career Hub, an indispensable resource packed with accessible articles, interactive content and high-quality classroom footage
– Invites to exclusive webinars and events
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EARLY CAREER AREA
WEBINARS
NQT MEMBERSHIP
Eligibility:
For Newly Qualified Teachers employed to teach children or young people aged 0-19 years in an early years, primary, secondary, further education or specialist setting.
WHY JOIN?
We will help with what matters most.
– What to expect in your NQT year
– How to get the most out of your mentor
– How to be the best teacher: in your classroom, for your pupils and in my subject
– How to manage your workload
– How to access quality resources
– How to keep on top of your subject area
– How to manage challenging behaviour
– How to meet the parents
BENEFITS
We’ll help you feel:
– Recognised within your school for classroom practice which makes a difference
– Valued and trusted by the school community as an expert, a professional
– Listened to by decision-makers in school and in government
– Celebrated by a society that understands the vital role you play
– Contributing to shaping the future of your profession
– Delivering the best education for your pupils
FEATURES
We’ll give you:
– Termly print copies of our peer-reviewed journal, Impact
– Access to our Early Career Hub and MyCollege, an indispensable resource packed with accessible articles, interactive content and high-quality classroom footage
– Invites to exclusive webinars and events
– Awarded the post-nominal letters MCCT to recognise your professional status and a certificate certifying
– Ability to stand and vote in our annual elections
THE PROFESSION
EARLY CAREER AREA
IMPACT
MEMBER (MCCT)
Eligibility:
For teachers employed to teach children or young people aged 0-19 years in an early years, primary, secondary, further education or specialist setting.*
WHY JOIN?
We will help with what matters most.
– How to improve classroom practice
– How to access quality resources
– How to reduce workload
– How to manage challenging behaviour
– What’s happening in education & what does it mean for: You, your school and your pupils/students
– How to implement new policies and initiatives in the classroom
– How to carry your CPD into the classroom
– How to develop skills/career in the classroom and in leadership
BENEFITS
We’ll help you feel:
– Recognised within your school for classroom practice which makes a difference
– Valued and trusted by the school community as an expert, a professional
– Listened to by decision-makers in school and in government
– Celebrated by a society that understands the vital role you play
– Contributing to shaping the future of your profession
– Delivering the best education for your pupils
FEATURES
We’ll give you:
– Termly print copies of our peer-reviewed journal, Impact
– Access to our Early Career Hub and MyCollege, an indispensable resource packed with accessible articles, interactive content and high-quality classroom footage
– Invites to exclusive webinars and events
– Awarded the post-nominal letters MCCT to recognise your professional status
– Ability to stand and vote in our annual elections
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FELLOWSHIP
The highest level of membership, for those with a minimum of ten years’ experience as a teacher. Applicants must be peer nominated.
Apply for Fellowship (FCCT) to celebrate your achievements and commitment to the teaching profession. You will need to be nominated by a colleague with a minimum of 10 years experience in teaching.
We want to recognise the commitment and achievements of the teaching profession. Fellowship (FCCT) of the Chartered College of Teaching is an accolade held by some of the most committed teachers and leaders who have shown a significant and sustained contribution to the teaching profession and their own professional development. As the highest and most prestigious category of membership at the Chartered College, it is a mark of your achievements, skills and expertise as a teaching professional. Additionally, it is a formal recognition and celebration of your ongoing contribution to the profession, and comes with a range of benefits. As a Fellow, you will be encouraged to support members and other teachers to engage with and promote the use of evidence.*
HOW TO APPLY OR NOMINATE AN INDIVIDUAL FOR FELLOWSHIP
To join this eminent group of Fellows, you will need to meet the eligibility criteria and be peer-nominated by a Member or someone eligible for membership as a full Member or as a Professional Affiliate, and who has at least ten years’ experience teaching 0-19 year olds. Once they have completed the nomination form you will be sent a link to the application form.
OUR 2020/21 FELLOWSHIP APPLICATION CYCLES:
1. Friday 30th October 2020
2. Friday 8th January 2021
3. Friday 19th February 2021
ELIGIBILITY
Be a Member or Affiliate of the Chartered College (or be eligible to join either of these categories of membership)
– Have been peer-nominated for Fellowship.
The Nominator will need to declare that they:
– are a Member or Affiliate of the Chartered College of Teaching, or eligible to join either of these categories of membership
– Have at least ten years’ experience in teaching 0-19 year olds
– Have made a significant contribution to the teaching profession and are able to demonstrate that in your teaching career you:
– critically evaluate and reflect on your own practice
– commit to engaging in relevant, career-long professional learning
– express collegiality by supporting, and learning from others
– adhere to high standards of professionalism
engage critically with research and evidence.
UPON ACCEPTANCE AS A FELLOW
– If you are not previously a member of the Chartered College, you’ll need to pay the annual £85 Fellowship subscription fee in full. This can also be paid by direct debit, at just £7.09 a month.
– If you’re an existing member of the Chartered College who has already paid the membership fee of £45 and wish to pay annually, you’ll be given a pro rata_ rate.
– If you want to switch to monthly payments, we’ll refund you the difference of your annual subscription and begin monthly payments at £7.09. If you already pay monthly, we’ll just increase the amount from £3.75 a month to £7.09.
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
To date, our Fellows have attended the House of Lords for an annual lecture, attended the APPG for the teaching profession. Our Fellows received a letter from Prince Phillip, our royal patron, congratulating them on achievement of being awarded Fellowship status.
– Invitation to an annual Fellowship event
– Use of the distinguished post-nominals, FCCT
– Special 55% discount on BERA membership (£50 annually instead of £110)
– Invitations to Fellows-only roundtables and APPG (all-party-parliamentary group) for the Teaching profession in Westminster, giving the opportunity to influence and engage with education policy by joining themed discussions and have your voice heard by those making decisions/recommendations at a system level
– Membership of an online community and network of Fellows across the country, allowing you to learn and connect with esteemed Fellows
FELLOWSHIP DIRECTORY
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GROUP MEMBERSHIP
Group membership offers individuals opportunities to lead their own development based on their needs: and provides tools to deliver whole-school CPD. Schools can purchase memberships for groups of their staff as a sign of commitment to their staff’s professional development needs. It is also an opportunity for schools to invest in high-quality, evidence-informed professional development tailored for individuals and schools to take part in.
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
– Award-winning publications, online courses, CPD packs and guides to engage with the latest research
– Access to the world’s largest education and research database
– Awarded letters MCCT after your name to recognise your professional status
– Invites to networks, webinars and exclusive events
– Opportunities to shape the profession and policy through consultations and roundtables
MAKE AN ENQUIRY
You can make an enquiry a number of ways:
– Call our membership team on 020 3433 7624
– Fill in our Group Membership enquiry form
– Book in a phone call with our Head of Membership below
BOOK AN ENQUIRY CALL WITH OUR HEAD OF MEMBERSHIP:
CHARTERED TEACHER PROGRAMME
IMPACT
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APPROPRIATE BODIES
The Chartered College wants to ensure that early career teachers receive high-quality support to build a successful career. This is especially important with the number of teachers leaving the profession after five years.
By working with Appropriate Bodies across the country, the Chartered College is providing new teachers with additional support to make the strongest possible start with free NQT membership. As part of this partnership NQTs will receive tailored research, tools and guidance as they start teaching.
NQTs will have access to the Chartered College’s Early Career Area and The Profession, on the Chartered College’s member site, MyCollege, and exclusive invites to events such as the Early Career Conference.
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
– Award-winning publications, online courses, CPD packs and guides to engage with the latest research
– Access to the world’s largest education and research database
– Awarded letters MCCT after your name to recognise your professional status
– Invites to networks, webinars and exclusive events
– Opportunities to shape the profession and policy through consultations and roundtables
– Member welcome pack
MAKE AN ENQUIRY
You can make an enquiry a number of ways:
– Call our membership team on 020 3433 7624
– Fill in our Appropraite Bodies enquiry form
– Book in a phone call with our Head of Membership below
BOOK AN ENQUIRY CALL WITH OUR HEAD OF MEMBERSHIP:
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PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATE
For those currently working alongside teachers in early years, primary, secondary, further education and specialist settings, or working in higher education or not-for-profit organisations.
WHY JOIN?
– Award-winning publications, online courses, CPD packs and guides to engage with the latest research
– Access to the world’s largest education and research database
– Invites to networks, webinars and exclusive events
– Opportunities to shape the profession and policy through consultations and roundtables
ELIGIBILITY
– For those working alongside teachers in early years, primary, secondary, further education and specialist settings, or working in Higher Education
– Worked or trained in UK or Ireland*
FEATURES
– Automatically renews each year
– Receives a membership certficate and print copies of Impact
– Can stand and vote in our Council elections
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INTERNATIONAL AFFILIATE
To join as an International Affiliate, you will need to have completed your teacher training, or be a member of staff working alongside teachers and leaders in an early years setting, school, college or higher education institution (HEI), outside of the areas listed below: the United Kingdom, Ireland, a crown dependency or a British Overseas Territory, a Services education setting.
WHY JOIN?
– Award-winning publications, online courses, CPD packs and guides to engage with the latest research
– Access to the world’s largest education and research database
– Invites to networks, webinars and exclusive events
– Opportunities to shape the profession and policy through consultations and roundtables
ELIGIBILITY
– To join as an International Affiliate, you will need to have completed your teacher training, or be a member of staff working alongside teachers and leaders in an early years setting, school, college of higher education institution (HEI), outside of the areas listed below:
– the United Kingdom, Ireland, a crown dependency or a British Overseas Territory, a Services education setting
FEATURES
– Automatically renews each year
– Receives a membership certficate and print copies of Impact
– Can stand and vote in our Council elections
THE PROFESSION
FREE IMPACT TASTER ARTICLES
IMPACT