Before completing this form, you should familiarise yourself with the following documents to ensure you are fully aware of what the RSCDS Teaching Certificate entails.
– Exam Syllabus
– RSCDS Manual
– Organisers Guide
Please note that dates for the Unit 1 Exam are advertised here on the RSCDS website. Please decide which date you would like to use before completing this form.
Please ensure your membership fee is paid and current before applying.
Unit 1 exam: 10 October 2026
The closing date for applications for the 10 October 2026 exam, is 29 August 2026.
Unit 1 exam: 6 March 2027
Standard application to be submitted by (6 weeks prior): 23 January 2027.
Translated paper to be submitted by (12 weeks prior): 13 December 2026.
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