Teach for Qazaqstan: Answers to frequently asked questions

Yes, participation in the Summer Institute is mandatory. If a participant refuses to undergo pedagogical requalification in the offline format, they will be required to leave the Program. 
No, you do not. Participants with a teaching degree will undergo a qualification enhancement program, which is a mandatory part of the training. 
No, if you have already passed the APK, you do not need to retake it. However, make sure to check the expiration date of your APK certificate. 
No, the pedagogical requalification certificate is valid indefinitely. However, without successfully passing the national APK exam ( Assessment of Pedagogical Knowledge ), participants cannot be employed in state schools. 
Yes, the stipend is paid during the offline training at the Summer Institute as part of the pedagogical requalification. However, no stipend is provided during the online summer training. 
After completing all selection stages, participants are enrolled in a partner university for the pedagogical requalification program, which will take place in both online and offline formats (Summer Institute). 
No, the Program is open to candidates who have a higher education degree (bachelor's degree).