248. Deputy Maureen O'Sullivan asked the Minister for Education and Skills despite their having specialised qualifications and years of industry and teaching experience, the reason some further education teachers are unable to register; if his attention has been drawn to the restrictive registration requirements, that is, that they must have a level 8 degree and a two-year diploma or master's degree in education before they may start teaching; if his attention has been drawn to the devastating effects this will have on the skills balance among staff in the further education sector which caters to local demands; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3638/14]

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248. Deputy Maureen O'Sullivan asked the Minister for Education and Skills despite their having specialised qualifications and years of industry and teaching experience, the reason some further education teachers are unable to register; if his attention has been drawn to the restrictive registration requirements, that is, that they must have a level 8 degree and a two-year diploma or master's degree in education before they may start teaching; if his attention has been drawn to the devastating effects this will have on the skills balance among staff in the further education sector which caters to local demands; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3638/14]

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1. 28 January 2014

   Teaching Qualifications

   248. Deputy Maureen O'Sullivan asked the Minister for Education and Skills despite their having specialised qualifications and years of industry and teaching experience, the reason some further education teachers are unable to register; if his attention has been drawn to the restrictive registration requirements, that is, that they must have a level 8 degree and a two-year diploma or master's degree in education before they may start teaching; if his attention has been drawn to the devastating effects this will have on the skills balance among staff in the further education sector which caters to local demands; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3638/14]

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