Purpose: The article deals with the problems of training, attraction, and retention of teachers of the required qualification in educational institutions.
Methodology: This problem is analyzed at the regional level in the context of reforms in the higher education system, the transition to a two-level model in accordance with the provisions of the Bologna process.
Result: Based on the analysis of open data in the work it is stated that the shortage of teachers in the region (Samara region) is significant and has a negative impact on the educational process of educational institutions; it cannot be compensated exclusively by bachelors of pedagogical education, issued by pedagogical universities.
Applications: This research can be used for universities, teachers, and students.
Novelty/Originality: In this research, the model of training of pedagogical education masters: practice-oriented model is presented in a comprehensive and complete manner.