Education Ministry Trains First Cohort of New Teacher Training Program with 1,078 Trainees
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Launch of the first cohort of the new teacher training program in Jahra and Mubarak Al-Kabeer, with 1,078 trainees participating.
Translated by Qiyas from الراي — Original source
- 34 trainers approved to implement the program, standardize training levels, and enhance output quality
- Training sessions run from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the Mubarak Al-Kabeer and Jahra centers
The Ministry of Education announced the launch of the National Program for Preparing and Qualifying New Teachers, “Trainee Teacher,” with the commencement of training for the first cohort of new teachers, starting tomorrow, Sunday, November 8, 2026. This initiative is part of the ministry’s efforts to develop the teacher preparation and qualification system and raise the quality of educational performance to align with development requirements in the educational field.
The Ministry of Education clarified that the program, supervised by the General Administration for Development and Improvement, targets 1,078 trainees in its first cohort. These are graduates of educational specialties who have completed all necessary documents and requirements, including medical examinations and a “no criminal record” certificate. Trainees from non-educational specialties will join them according to the program and the specific plan designed for this category, following the completion of required procedures and documentation.
Regarding training schedules and venues, the ministry stated that the program will begin on Sunday, November 8, 2026, with training hours running from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Sessions will be held at the two training centers affiliated with the General Administration for Development and Improvement, located in the Mubarak Al-Kabeer and Jahra areas. The ministry emphasized the necessity for trainees to adhere to the specified schedules and approved regulatory instructions to ensure the program’s continuity and achieve its objectives.
The Ministry of Education added that the National Program for Preparing and Qualifying New Teachers, “Trainee Teacher,” aligns with the ministry’s direction to develop teacher preparation mechanisms and enhance integration between academic qualification, professional training, and practical application. This enables new teachers to connect theoretical knowledge with classroom teaching practices and improves their readiness to handle various educational and pedagogical situations and challenges.
The ministry noted that the program aims to consolidate basic professional competencies among new teachers, enhance their understanding of their functional and educational roles, and develop skills in lesson planning, classroom management, and effective communication with learners. It also introduces them to the systems and regulations governing school work, professional ethics, and the importance of adhering to approved controls and procedures in educational institutions.
Furthermore, the program includes strengthening modern educational practices, developing teachers’ abilities to address individual differences among learners, utilizing digital technologies and tools in the educational process, and improving assessment and monitoring methods. These efforts contribute to providing a stimulating and safe classroom environment that supports learning and enhances educational performance efficiency.
Regarding targeted specialties, the ministry clarified that the program includes graduates from the College of Education at Kuwait University and the Public Authority for Applied Education and Training in several specialties, including Arabic Language, Mathematics, Sciences, Chemistry, Computer Science, Geology, Music, Electrical Engineering, and Interior Design (Decor) for both genders. It also covers Physical Education, Biology, and Physics, as well as Home Economics for females only, and Geography, Philosophy, and History for males only.
The program also includes graduates from non-educational colleges in specialties such as Chinese Language, French, Spanish, Industrial and Commercial fields, Law, and Mathematics for both genders, as well as Biology and Physics for males only, according to the specialties specified within the target categories of the program.
The Ministry emphasized that the launch of the first batch of the national program for preparing and qualifying “trainee teachers” represents a significant step in the development of the professional development system for educational staff, and in establishing a more structured framework for training new teachers. This initiative aims to enhance the integration between academic preparation and professional training, thereby positively impacting the quality of educational practices within schools.
The Ministry stressed that investing in the preparation and qualification of teachers constitutes one of the fundamental pillars for developing the educational system, given that teachers are the central element in implementing curricula and achieving educational and pedagogical objectives. It noted that the program targets building a solid professional foundation for new teachers, enabling them to perform their responsibilities efficiently from the outset of their careers, thus contributing to elevating the quality of the educational process and its outcomes.
