The Sharjah Private Education Authority (SPEA) has introduced a new mandate requiring all subject teachers who graduated from non-educational faculties to obtain an accredited educational diploma as a core condition for receiving a teaching license, starting from the 2025–2026 academic year. This step is part of a broader initiative to enhance the quality of private education in the emirate.

The decision was detailed in Circular No. (15) of 2024, issued on March 19 and addressed to all private schools in Sharjah. The objective is to elevate teacher qualifications and enforce unified professional standards when selecting teaching staff, thereby ensuring improved educational outcomes.

According to the circular, reviewed by Emarat Al Youm, no subject teacher with a non-education degree will be allowed to obtain a teaching license without an approved educational diploma. This move aims to organize the private education sector and prevent unqualified appointments.

SPEA clarified that the measure aligns with its Professional Licensing Policy, specifically the framework established under Circular No. (79) of 2022, which focuses on building a high-quality, student-centered educational environment managed by well-qualified professionals.

All private schools must comply with this requirement when hiring new subject teachers starting next academic year. Additionally, current teachers without a formal education qualification must immediately enroll in recognized diploma programs to meet the licensing standards before the rule is enforced.

To facilitate compliance and ensure clarity, SPEA attached two regulatory policy documents: one outlining the requirements for obtaining a license for the first time, and another covering the renewal process. These documents provide detailed guidelines for schools and educators to follow under the new licensing framework.