1. I am a teacher, how is the Diploma going to be of use to my professional profile?
The CIDTT program is useful and helpful for all individuals:

• Keen on taking up teaching or training as their profession
  
• Currently working full-time in schools, colleges, training organisations, companies.
  
• Interested in enhancing their skills, knowledge and understanding
  
• Seeking to expand their career prospects.
  
• Desiring to test themselves against global performance standards.

2. How long will it take to complete the Diploma?
The Diploma should be done over a full teaching or training cycle as it covers the four stages of any teaching or training programme. This generally takes one full year.

3. What are the requirements of the assignments? Are the assignments very tough?
The four assignments are based on the 4 modules and are practical and work-related, fitting in comfortably with the teaching preparation and practice. Assignments are prepared and submitted using electronic templates provided by CIE. Each assignment demands reflective report based on the self learning of the candidate.

4. Is it necessary to complete the modules in the order specified?
The four modules are designed for step-by-step progression and since the work of next module is dependent upon the previous, it is always advisable for everybody to follow the correct sequence.

5. What are the grades for the CIDTT?
Each assignment is graded as Distinction, Pass and Fail. These results are issued on after each assignment is marked. The overall Award is graded at Distinction or Pass.

6. How does a candidate achieve the award of a certificate with Distinction?
To achieve the award of a certificate with Distinction, candidates must achieve at least three Distinctions out of the four (4) modules of the Diploma.

7. When will I get the results from CIE?
CIE takes a normal period of two months for declaring the results of the module, on completion of all the four modules you will be awarded with the full Diploma.

8. I have done my B Ed., why should I join?
In today's world of intense competition, a teacher needs to constantly upgrade her skills. The CIDTT program is an internationally recognized certification, designed for continuing professional development. So it is suitable for all those who wish to develop and upgrade their professional skills and knowledge in the field of teaching and training.

9. Do I have to inform my current employer?
Candidates who are employed permanently in an institution need to get a NOC from the Head of the Institution. Candidates involved in corporate training and visiting lecturers need to get a letter of approval from the school or the organisation, which they visit regularly.

10. Why should I choose Rustomjee for this programme?

• Academic excellence : Rustomjee is a renowned, established and accepted name in the field of education, an institution that
  
• Develops confident, creative and dedicated teachers
  
• Seminars, Visits and Workshops conducted by External guest faculty: Renowned experts in the field of education will be conducting lectures and workshops, for the CIDTT candidates.
  
• Qualified and experienced faculty offering excellent support and guidance.
  
• Personality development through public speaking and event management activities.
  
• A festival and mega event put up by the trainees- including exhibition and display of innovative teaching aids, dramatics and presentations.
  
• Counseling and career guidance
  
• Field Trips, Film Based learning

11. Will RITE offer placement assistance?
With the setting up of International Schools in India, the demand for skilled teachers who can take up challenging assignments is increasing. Rustomjee will also be conducting campus interviews to provide placement opportunities for our candidates.

12. Will I be allowed to reappear for the Diploma?
The Diploma has to be completed within three years of the first registration, so a candidate can resubmit his/her assignment within this time period subject to paying the module fees each time.