Trainee teachers often face significant interpersonal challenges during their practicum, such as building rapport with students, managing classroom and many more. These challenges can impact their confidence and effectiveness in real teaching environments. This study explores the interpersonal challenges faced by trainee teachers during their practicum and identifies effective strategies to overcome these challenges. Using a mixed-methods approach, data were collected from trainee teachers of Faculty of Education, UiTM Puncak Alam, through open-ended surveys and questionnaire. Findings reveal that trainee teachers commonly struggle with specific challenges, such as teaching skill, managing classroom behaviour, preparing lesson and they employ strategies such as two-way communication, active learning reflective practice, students and mentorship feedback to address these issues. Based on the results, the study proposes recommendations for teacher training institutions, mentors, or policymakers to enhance the practicum experience, including conducting longitudinal studies to track trainee teacher’s development over time, thereby enhancing the research's impact and applicability in improving teacher training and professional development. This research contributes to the ongoing efforts to improve teacher training programs and better prepare future educators for real-world teaching environments.
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