Pre-Primary Teacher Training in Malaysia
Study APTTI's pre-primary teacher training online from anywhere in Malaysia.
You can take pre-primary teacher training in Malaysia 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, MYT (UTC+8).
Pre-primary education in Malaysia
Private and international kindergartens are common in Kuala Lumpur, Penang and Johor Bahru.
Who sets teacher requirements
Kindergartens are registered with the Ministry of Education and must follow the national pre-school curriculum standard (KSPK); childcare centres fall under the Social Welfare Department. Requirements for teachers vary by setting.
This is general guidance, checked in October 2026. Rules change; confirm with the relevant authority and your target school.
Classroom languages
Main languages: Malay, English, Mandarin and Tamil. 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 Malaysia
Can I do pre-primary teacher training online in Malaysia?
Yes. APTTI's course is fully online with 24/7 access, so you can study anywhere in Malaysia in your own time zone (MYT (UTC+8)).
What does the course cost in Malaysia?
Learners in Malaysia 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 Malaysia?
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.