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- What is a practicing Certificate?
A Practicing Certificate is a document that authorises registered teacher practice and get registered as teachers.
2. Who is eligible to apply for a Practicing certificate?
All teachers registered with the Teaching Council of Zambia.
3. What’s the validity period for the Practicing Certificate?
It’s valid for 3 years.
4. What is the mode of application?
It’s fully online.
5. What are the requirements for applying for a Practicing certificate?
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- Registration as a teacher.
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- Payment fee of the prescribed category.
6. What modes of payment are available for the application of practicing certificates?
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- Cash mode
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- Payroll mode
Fee Schedule
Teacher Registration/Change of Status Fees
| Class of Teachers | Zambian (K) | Non-Zambian (K) |
|---|---|---|
| Early Childhood | 471.00 | 1,101.00 |
| Primary | 520.50 | 1,101.00 |
| Secondary | 571.20 | 1,300.50 |
| Special Education & Guidance & Counselling | 521.10 | 1,300.50 |
| College Lecturer | 631.20 | 1,500.00 |
| Administrator | 661.20 | 1,500.00 |
| Others | 301.20 | |
| Student Registration | 85.50 | 100.50 |
Practicing Certificate Fees (Zambians)
| Class of Teachers | 3 Years Cycle (K) | 1 Year Cycle (K) |
|---|---|---|
| Early Childhood | 510.00 | 170.00 |
| Primary | 640.00 | 215.00 |
| Secondary | 765.00 | 255.00 |
| Special Education, Guidance & Counselling | 640.00 | 215.00 |
| College Lecturer | 900.00 | 300.00 |
| Administrator | 1,020.00 | 340.00 |
| Others | 255.00 | 85.00 |
Practicing Certificate Fees (Non-Zambians)
| Class of Teachers | 3 Years Cycle (K) | 1 Year Cycle (K) |
|---|---|---|
| Early Childhood | 1,190.00 | 400.00 |
| Primary | 1,190.00 | 400.00 |
| Secondary | 1,360.00 | 455.00 |
| Special Education, Guidance & Counselling | 1,360.00 | 455.00 |
| College Lecturer | 1,530.00 | 510.00 |
| Administrator | 1,530.00 | 510.00 |