Guru Satu

Lots of good info here, everyone. It is much appreciated. 

But just to be clear: it isn't necessary/common for teachers to be urine tested for THC? Just wondering whether or not I should avoid indulging while back home. 

The blood test is to rule out 3rd stage Syphilis. The items that they evaluate are :
 
1) 3rd stage Syphilis (blood test)
 
2) Elephantiasis: Clinical Evaluation
 
3) Drug Abuser / Alcoholic: Clinical Evaluation
 
4) Leprosy: Clinical Evaluation
 
5) Insanity: Clinical Evaluation
 
#5 is questionable because once you've taught in Thailand you realize that no sane person would ever don it again....ha ha ha (a little former teacher humor) 

Hi all, 

I am looking into teaching jobs in Bangkok and have read about the required medical examination as part of the work visa processing. I notice that they do a blood test, which strikes me as a bit odd. What does this test look for? Drugs? Communicable diseases? I've never worked in a country that does this. 

Also, is it common for teachers to be drug tested in Bangkok? I ask because when I travel back home during breaks, I enjoy smoking a bit of pot and would hate for that to come back and bite me at some point in the future. 

Any info would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!