Workshop “Certification: from requirements to results”

On February 27, 2026, Örken East Kazakhstan Regional Scientific and Methodological Center for Informatization and Education Development of Education Administration of East Kazakhstan region hosted a workshop entitled “Certification: from requirements to results”. The event took place at Secondary School No. 15 of Education Department of Ust-Kamenogorsk city of Education Administration of East Kazakhstan region, aimed at developing teachers’ practical skills in preparing for certification in accordance with the current qualification category system of the Republic of Kazakhstan. 

The goal of the workshop was to provide methodological support to teachers, systematize certification requirements and help teachers develop an effective preparation algorithm for confirming or upgrading their qualification category.

The theoretical session of the workshop addressed the regulatory and legal framework governing certification of teachers in the Republic of Kazakhstan, clarified the qualification requirements and professional performance evaluation criteria, and highlighted common errors in the preparation of certification documentation.   

The practical session of the workshop focused on consolidating the acquired knowledge. Teachers worked with samples of professional portfolios, reviewed assessment criteria, practiced how to correctly draw up documentation and present the results of their professional achievements in accordance with established requirements. The participants also had the opportunity to ask questions and discuss individual cases. 

The workshop was held in a constructive and professional atmosphere. The teachers noted the relevance of the information presented and the practical value of the recommendations received.

In concluding the workshop, A.T. Kenzhebayeva, Head of the Department, noted that such initiatives contribute to enhancing the professional competence of teachers and ensuring successful completion of the certification process.