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Is a Thai Culture certificate necessary for renewing a work permit for teaching in Thailand?

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Aug 27, 2018

6 years ago

Zelda ********

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I need advice please. Is it compulsory to have a Thai Culture certificate to be able to renew a work permit for teaching in Thailand?

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The Thai Culture certificate is not compulsory for renewing a work permit for teaching in Thailand. While the culture training may have been included in some TEFL courses conducted in Thailand, it is not currently a requirement for work permit renewal. However, regulations may evolve, so it is advisable to stay informed about any potential changes.

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Zelda ********

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Thanks for the reply everyone.

6 years ago

Linda *********

... Thai culture training is normally included in TEFL training done in Thailand, but no, not required for renewing a work permit, unless this too has now become a new requirement.

6 years ago

Rob **********

I did the Thai culture course 4 years ago. It was one week long and cost about 8000 baht.It was needed to obtain a teacher's licence from Khrusupa but I don't think it was needed for the WP.

6 years ago

Lloyd ********

The Thai Culture Course is totally different to a couple of lessons on a TEFL course. It was run by the government, not TEFL providers.

6 years ago

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Lloyd ********

They no longer run the course, so the answer is 100% no.

6 years ago

Dylan ********

6 years ago

James ********

Ask at Ajarn.com a Thailand teachers website

6 years ago

Lisa ***************

I would not think so. In-class practical TEFL teaching certification is becoming more compulsory and Online Tefls being rejected frequently but not always. I havent heard about the Culture certificate. Has this happened ? Please keep us posted

6 years ago

Zelda ********

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6 years ago

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