Equivalent practice, where a registered teacher is working in an industry / organisation aligned with teaching and / or education, their work in this setting cannot be utilised to complete the experienced returning registered teacher requirements.

The Return to Full Registration Pathway is designed as a school-based process. Its purpose is to showcase current teaching practice to demonstrate meeting the proficient level of the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers (APST).

The process used to demonstrate proficiency is a collaborative improvement cycle. The Return to Full Registration Pathway is designed to support and assure the workplace and community that all Victorian teachers are meeting consistent minimum standards of teaching practice and child safety.