Pre-Primary Teacher Training in Bhutan
Study APTTI's pre-primary teacher training online from anywhere in Bhutan.
You can take pre-primary teacher training in Bhutan online with APTTI at four levels: Certificate (120 hours), Diploma (200 hours), PG Diploma (240 hours) and Integrated PG Diploma (480 hours). International fees: Certificate US$170, Diploma US$325, PG Diploma US$475, Integrated PG Diploma US$549. Study in your own time zone, BTT (UTC+6).
Pre-primary education in Bhutan
ECCD centres and private pre-schools have grown in Thimphu and Phuentsholing.
Who sets teacher requirements
The Ministry of Education oversees early childhood care and development (ECCD) centres and teacher standards.
This is general guidance, checked in October 2026. Rules change; confirm with the relevant authority and your target school.
Classroom languages
Main languages: Dzongkha and English. The course is taught in English, and it covers how to support children learning in more than one language.
Fees
| Level | Eligibility | Hours and duration | Fee (India) | Fee (international) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certificate | 10th pass | 120 hours / 6 months | ₹10,000 + GST | US$170 |
| Diploma | 12th pass | 200 hours / 10 months | ₹20,000 + GST | US$325 |
| PG Diploma | Graduation (any subject) | 240 hours / 12 months | ₹30,000 + GST | US$475 |
| Integrated PG Diploma | Graduation (any subject) | 480 hours / 18 months | ₹35,000 + GST | US$549 |
Cities
Questions from learners in Bhutan
Can I do pre-primary teacher training online in Bhutan?
Yes. APTTI's course is fully online with 24/7 access, so you can study anywhere in Bhutan in your own time zone (BTT (UTC+6)).
What does the course cost in Bhutan?
Learners in Bhutan pay in US dollars: US$170 (Certificate), US$325 (Diploma), US$475 (PG Diploma) or US$549 (Integrated PG Diploma).
Is the certificate accepted in Bhutan?
Private schools decide what training they accept. The certificate is professional training, not a government licence; check the requirements below and with your target school.