Uruguay Teachers Earn University Accreditation
Over 200 teachers from Uruguay’s coastal region were awarded certificates recognizing them as holders of a Bachelor of Pedagogy.
On October 17, the inaugural certificate presentation ceremony took place in Paysandú. This event celebrated teachers who gained university recognition through the 2023 Accredited Teacher exam or by validating their master’s or doctoral degrees. This achievement opens doors to international postgraduate programs and other professional development opportunities.
The ceremony attracted over 550 attendees, including 225 teachers and their guests. Notable figures included Minister of Education and Culture Pablo da Silveira, Paysandú’s Secretary General Fermín Farinha, and National Director of Education Gonzalo Baroni.
Da Silveira commended the participants for their “courage,” stating, “You have set a precedent for future educators. Be proud to be the first in our country’s history.” He highlighted the collaboration between the ANEP and MEC in bridging the long-standing gap between teacher training and university education.
The awarded certificates acknowledge those who passed the Accredited Teacher exam in December 2023, as well as teachers with validated master’s and doctoral degrees. This program includes educators from early childhood, primary, and secondary levels who previously held non-university qualifications issued by ANEP.
Additional ceremonies will occur in Colonia, Montevideo, Maldonado, and Rivera throughout November, with over 2,500 teachers expected to receive university recognition, in line with the National Educational Policy Plan 2020-2025.
For more information on the exam results, the next edition, and preparatory courses, visit mec.gub.uy/docenteacreditado.
About the Accredited Teacher Exam
Teachers were evaluated in areas such as reading comprehension, writing skills, basic mathematics, technological proficiency, and inclusive education competencies. Secondary education teachers also underwent a discipline-specific assessment.
Of the 5,144 registered teachers, 3,700 participated in the exam, with 2,320 passing, which is over 60% of candidates. Approximately 200 teachers also validated their advanced degrees through the appropriate process.
Registration for the 2025 exam will be open from November 4 to 17, with announcements on eligible candidates and testing locations in December. The evaluation will take place on February 26 and 27, 2025, in all departments nationwide.
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