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More teachers over time but a higher proportion leaving the profession

The share of certified teachers increases over time, however, the share of those leaving the profession also increases. This is shown in new statistics from Statistics Sweden. Over the past seven years, the number of certified teachers leaving the profession has increased. Teachers outside the school is the one group that has increased more than other groups over time.
2023-12-12 • Teachers outside the profession
More time for teaching may encourage a return to the profession

About half of the teachers who left school would consider returning to the teaching profession. A return of teachers who have left the profession could reduce the teacher shortage. The share of those considering returning to the profession has decreased compared to the 2016 follow-up.
2023-05-29 • Teachers outside the profession
Among qualified teachers, 6 out of 10 can consider returning to the profession

About 14 percent of all trained teachers work in professions outside the education industry. About 6 out of 10 of those could consider returning to work as a teacher in the education industry.
2017-02-07 • Teachers outside the profession

More teachers over time but a higher proportion leaving the profession