In India, a Bachelor of Education (BEd) is a
course offered for those interested in pursuing career
in teaching. The BEd degree is mandatory for
teaching in higher primary schools (fifth through
seventh grade) and high schools (eighth through
tenth grade). The Diploma in Education (DEd) or
TCH (Teachers Certificate Higher Course) is meant
for teaching in lower primary (first through fourth
grade) and nursery (kindergarten) schools in India.