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  "topic": "how-to-get-ib-certification",
  "question": "How do I get IB (International Baccalaureate) teacher certification?",
  "short_answer": "IB certification is done through the IB's official Certificate in Teaching and Learning (IB Cert) programs, offered by IB-approved universities worldwide. There are three levels: Certificate, Advanced Certificate, and Leadership. Most IB schools hire teachers who then complete Category 1 workshops as they teach.",
  "answer_md": "The IB does not require certification before hiring — many teachers get certified on the job.\n\n## Pathways\n\n1. **On-the-job (most common):** Join an IB school as a subject teacher, then complete IB Category 1 workshops (3 days, in-person or online) organized by the school within your first year.\n2. **Pre-hire certificate:** Complete an [IB Certificate in Teaching and Learning](https://www.ibo.org/professional-development/professional-certificates/) at an approved university — typically 6–12 months, online, ~USD 3,000–5,000.\n3. **Master's route:** An M.Ed. in International Education from an IB-approved university opens Leadership and Coordinator roles.\n\n## Which programme?\n\nChoose by target role:\n- Classroom teacher → Category 1 workshop after being hired.\n- Subject leader / coordinator → Advanced Certificate.\n- IB Coordinator / Head of School → Leadership Certificate.\n\n## Salary uplift\n\nIB-trained teachers typically earn 30–50% more than CBSE peers at the same experience level in India.",
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  "citation": "How do I get IB (International Baccalaureate) teacher certification? — schooljobsinindia.com/answers/how-to-get-ib-certification",
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