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Application for Recognition of Qualifications (Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Norway)
Application for Recognition of Qualifications (Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Norway)

The following application is for practitioners from Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Norway who are recognised and qualified in the following areas of work  

  • FURTHER EDUCATION TEACHER
  • ADULT LEARNING PRACTITONERS
  • YOUTH WORKER
  • YOUTH SUPPORT WORKER

For persons recognised as qualified to practice in a country outside of the United Kingdom

In order to be eligible to apply for recognition you must:

  • hold a relevant qualification to be recognised as a qualified practitioner in Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein.
  • have successfully completed a training course are be recognised as a fully qualified practitioner by the recognised authority in the relevant country, Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein.
  • have successfully completed or satisfied any additional conditions, including any period of professional experience which are required for employment on a permanent basis in the Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein.
  • be seeking work as a qualified practitioner in Wales and provide evidence to demonstrate that is the case.
  • being recognised as a qualified practitioner and being registration with the EWC are a statutory requirement in order to work as a qualified practitioner in the category of further Education teacher, adult learning practitioner, youth worker and youth support worker in Wales.
  • an application for registration can only be made if your application for recognition is successful.

We will consider and respond to your application for recognition within 21 working days from the date of receipt, provided all the necessary information and evidence has been received by us.

Qualified practitioners from Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein may also be eligible for provisional registration with the EWC if your application does not fulfil all of the recognition requirements.

You will be granted provisional registration with a condition(s), we will explain:

  • What the condition(s) is/are,
  • What you need to do to meet them,
  • The time-frame within which they must be me,
  • The condition(s) are recorded on the Register and on your Conditional Registration letter.

If you do not meet all the conditions within the timeframe and you are not granted an extension, your registration will lapse.

You will be advised of the outcome via the email used to submit your application, unless you have advised us otherwise. If you should have any questions, please contact registration@ewc.wales.

How to complete the application form

To help us assess your application, please ensure that you have scanned copies of the documents listed below as you will be asked to upload them when submitting your application online.

  • your qualifications that render you eligible for recognition in the specific registration category you are pursuing.
  • the official transcript which lists a breakdown of all of the modules/courses completed as part of the qualification.
  • a statement of comparability which you can obtain from UK ENIC (National Recognition Information Centre)
  • a reference from the last employer where they you were employed which comments on their length of service, teaching ability and conduct;
  • evidence that you are seeking employment within in Wales (correspondence from a prospective employer or supply agency);
  • evidence of your nationality and identity (e.g. birth certificate, passport, identity card, driving licence). Any picture identity must include the photograph and details.
  • evidence of any change of name if different to qualifications and identity documents;
  • criminal record check from non-UK country;

All documents that are not in English (apart from proof of identity or change of name documents) must be officially translated and copies also provided in English. (The Association of Translation Companies provide details of your nearest translation company).

Fees

The EWC does not charge an assessment fee to consider your application. You will however, be responsible for paying all other associated costs such as to UK ENIC for the statement of comparability and any overseas police clearance.

Please do not start the application process unless you have all the relevant documents. Without them, your application will be considered incomplete and will therefore be rejected.

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Please add the details of your qualification. Any details provided in this section should be accompanied by photocopies of original certificates.

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Please list your qualifications below starting with the highest award. Any details provided in this section should be accompanied by photocopies of original certificates if available.

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Please enter details of your employment for the last 10 years (you will be asked to attach a reference from the most recent relevant employment at the end of the application).

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Evidence of nationality and identity (e.g. birth certificate, passport, Identity card, driving licence). Any picture identity must include photograph and details
Change of name evidence (If applicable)
Certified English translations of qualifications and transcripts
Statement of comparability from UK ENIC
Reference from last employer
Criminal record check(s)