The Professional Standards for college lecturers

GTC Scotland maintains Professional Standards for lecturers, underpinned by the themes of values, sustainability and leadership.

These Professional Standards have been developed through partnership work between the College Development Network and GTC Scotland.

They are designed as a benchmark for learning and teaching, and to enhance and promote professional learning.

The Scottish Government gave responsibility for these Professional Standards to GTC Scotland.

Professional Standards for lecturers in Scotland's colleges

Standard for Provisional Registration (Lecturers – in Scotland’s Colleges)

Critical, reflective and collaborative practice

This 5-minute video for college lecturers, emphasises the importance of critical reflection and collaborative practice in enhancing teaching and learning. It highlights the role of professional values—social justice, fairness, and respect—in shaping inclusive practices and addressing power dynamics.