The GRTP is an employment-based route to Qualified Teacher Status.  There are two distinct routes into teaching via this programme:

• The Registered Teacher Programme (RTP)
  The RTP usually last two years and is available to undergraduates having completed the first two years of a degree or equivalent.  For information on qualifications and skills required to apply, please see A Guide for Potential Trainees compiled by the Training and Development Agency (TDA).
  
  
• The Graduate Teacher Programme (GTP)
  For the GTP, you must already have a first degree or the equivalent. The training period is usually one year.  For information on qualifications and skills required to apply, please see A Guide for Potential Trainees compiled by the TDA.

The Process

To make an application to the TDA for acceptance on the scheme, you need to find a school willing to employ and train you to the required standards.  The school will need to find a Designated Recommending Body (DRB).

DRBs are organisations that deliver the GTP in England.  DRBs are given an annual allocation of GTP places by the TDA.  The DRB takes responsibility for designing and delivering your training programme.  Most DRBs are partnerships of bodies such as schools, local authorities (LAs) and accredited initial teacher training (ITT) providers.

Birmingham LA is a Designated Recommending Body and can support trainees and schools through the process.  Please note we only act as a DRB for trainees working in Birmingham Schools.

Guidance for Schools wishing to train a Graduate or Registered Teacher

For further information regarding the training of a Graduate or Registered Teacher please see
How Schools Apply for the GRTP compiled by the Training and Development Agency.