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 Teastas i dTeagasc Ceolta T\u00edre (TTCT) Teacher Training<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Teacher training with Comhaltas is principally about sharing experiences as educators. It enhances one\u2019s abilities to communicate and transmit with confidence the gift of learning and continues to develop high quality teaching standards by musical education and appreciation. We have two teacher training courses. The TTCT Preparatory Course and the TTCT.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The TTCT<\/strong> is a one week long residential course held in Monkstown Co. Dublin. Founded in 1980, the Comhaltas TTCT (Teastas i dTeagasc Ceolta T\u00edre) is specifically designed to equip teachers of Irish traditional music with the skills to effectively provide music education in a wide variety of settings. With over 800 TTCT graduates worldwide, the course provides a unique opportunity for both aspiring and experienced teachers to further enhance their skills and methodology, to ensure that the best possible tuition is afforded to students of Irish traditional music at all stages of learning and development.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Preparatory TTCT<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Preparatory TTCT<\/strong> is designed to give foundation skills in teaching Irish traditional music to potential applicants who may not yet have acquired the experience necessary for the TTCT course. This one day course is open to everyone over the age of 16 and is delivered in person at various locations as well as online.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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History of TTCT<\/strong>
At CCE\u2019s inaugural meeting in 1951, it was proposed that a structured training course be designed to equip teachers with the skills required to teach Irish traditional music to pupils from elementary levels of ability to the highest standards of performance. It was generally accepted that much had been achieved in the years that followed. 

Attendances at Fleadheanna Cheoil and summer schools gained momentum. With increasing numbers attending classes much was expected from both teachers and students alike. As time moved on, it became apparent that a more unified and structured approach was necessary. Also, there was a realisation that a recognised teaching qualification would further enhance the status of the teacher\u2019s role within Comhaltas Ceolt\u00f3ir\u00ed \u00c9ireann. In the late 1970\u2019s, after much discussion and deliberation it was deemed appropriate that the proposal, first mooted in Mullingar, be realised.

In 1980, the well-known and much respected music inspector with the Department of Education and Science, Mich\u00e9al \u00d3 hEidhin (1938-2012) a visionary of his time, together with S\u00e9an \u00d3 Drisceoil from Newry as co-assessor, were commissioned by CC\u00c9 to design and direct the Teastas i dTeagasc Ceolta <\/em>T\u00edre (TTCT) with Mich\u00e9al as its Director. Martin Power, an educator and composer, later took over the mantle of Director. He worked with two co-assessors, Kathleen Nesbitt, Ceannaire Coiste Oideachais and Paddy Ryan, Ceannaire Coiste Cheoil. Together they built on and developed the legacy left by Mich\u00e9al and S\u00e9an. We are forever indebted to them all. Majella Bartley is the current Director. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Course content<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The course is designed to equip candidates with the necessary skills to work in conjunction with local CC\u00c9 branches, schools, both primary and secondary, third level institutions and relevant organisations to deliver musical education to the highest level. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lectures on the historical, theoretical and practical aspects of Irish traditional music are provided. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Supervised Teaching Tutorials: <\/summary>\n

There are also supervised teaching tutorials. Teaching sessions are undertaken by the candidates. Candidates have the opportunity of teaching pupils at beginners, improvers and advanced levels. Candidates are assessed on their methodology regarding: –
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