Overview
Khurusapha, the Teachers Council of Thailand, is the professional body that issues teaching licences in Thailand. A teaching licence from Khurusapha is required to work as a teacher in Thai schools, and candidates must meet the Council's professional-standards requirements before they can be licensed.
Who can apply
Candidates generally need a Bachelor's degree in Education, or a related degree combined with a Council-recognised graduate diploma in teaching, from a programme accredited by Khurusapha.
Exam pattern
Khurusapha licensing assesses candidates against the Council's professional teaching standards, covering areas such as curriculum development, teaching and classroom management, educational measurement and evaluation, educational psychology, and professional teaching ethics.
How to apply
Apply for a Khurusapha teaching licence through the Council's licensing system once you hold a qualifying education degree or diploma; check Khurusapha's current website for the application process and any required assessment.
Preparation tips
Review each of the Council's professional teaching standards individually, since licensing assesses competency across several distinct areas rather than a single combined test.
Who needs a Khurusapha licence?
Anyone who wants to work as a teacher in a Thai school needs a teaching licence issued by Khurusapha, the Teachers Council of Thailand.
What qualification do I need before applying?
Generally a Bachelor's degree in Education, or a related degree plus a Council-recognised graduate diploma in teaching.