beleby Posted May 7, 2003 Share Posted May 7, 2003 Hi all, I have just been told by the ECC website that despite getting my CELTA, I need a degree to get a work permit in Thailand. This confused me, as it was the first I heard of it. I did some asking around and now I'm even more confused! I have been told: a) Get a degree to work or you'll end up in Bangkwan. You don't need a degree, just a TEFL and a letter from your employer saying why an expat needs to do the job (obviously easy for an English teacher) c) You do need a degree but in Thailand these things can be worked around, with maybe just a fine if you are caught out. d) Dishonest individuals can easily get fake degree certificates in Bagkok (not something I would really consider) Can anybody tell me which of these is true? I really want to work in Thailand but I dont have a degree. thanks Greg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poohbah Posted May 7, 2003 Share Posted May 7, 2003 Yes, you need a degree to teach and to get that all important work permit. BTW, if they catch you without a work permit, they don't simply fine you. They kick you out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boo Posted May 8, 2003 Share Posted May 8, 2003 you need a degree to teach in a thai state school, private language schools do not require it, I have taken the TEFl here in Thailand myself & also have many freinds working WITH work permits in private schools or for themselves without a degree. your best bet is to contact one of the tefl teaching schools here in Thailand & they may also be able to help you with a job too. Good luck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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