Based on the information provided in the sources, here is a summary of how you can enroll in the 6-month bridge course for B.Ed. teachers for primary classes this year:
- Eligibility Criteria:
- The 6-month bridge course is open for in-service elementary teachers holding a B.Ed. degree but teaching primary classes and teaching in schools as defined under the RTE Act-2009 and recruited as per the Act.
- The course is specifically designed for in-service teachers teaching at the primary level (I-V) who have a B.Ed. or B.Ed. Special Education qualification from a Teacher Education Institution recognised by NCTE.
- Registration Process:
- In-service elementary teachers meeting the eligibility criteria need to get registered for the course before the specified deadline, which is usually around November 30th for courses starting in January.
- The registration, verification, and finalization of the registration data are typically completed by a specified date, such as December 31st, to ensure smooth enrollment.
- Course Details:
- The 6-month bridge course is recognised by the NCTE and is aimed at enhancing the professional development of elementary teachers who do not possess a two-year Diploma in elementary education (DElEd) or JBT.
- The course duration is usually from January 1 to June 30, with examinations held in the last week of July to ensure that the certificate is obtained before the deadline of March 31 of the following year.
- Fees and Certification:
- The fee for the course is typically around Rs 5,000, with an additional examination fee of Rs 250 per paper per attempt.
- Successful completion of the course and exams leads to a certificate in the Professional Development Programme for Elementary Teachers (PDPET), also known as the DElEd bridge course.
To enroll in the 6-month bridge course for B.Ed. teachers for primary classes this year, eligible in-service elementary teachers with a B.Ed. degree need to ensure they meet the criteria, complete the registration process before the deadline, and prepare for the course duration and examinations as per the specified schedule.
