Pre-Primary Teacher Training in Philippines
Study APTTI's pre-primary teacher training online from anywhere in Philippines.
You can take pre-primary teacher training in Philippines 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, PHT (UTC+8).
Pre-primary education in Philippines
Kindergarten is compulsory and part of basic education in the Philippines, and many Filipino teachers work in Gulf kindergartens.
Who sets teacher requirements
Teaching in DepEd schools requires a licence from the Professional Regulation Commission (Licensure Examination for Teachers). Private pre-schools follow DepEd rules for kindergarten.
This is general guidance, checked in October 2026. Rules change; confirm with the relevant authority and your target school.
Classroom languages
Main languages: Filipino 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 Philippines
Can I do pre-primary teacher training online in Philippines?
Yes. APTTI's course is fully online with 24/7 access, so you can study anywhere in Philippines in your own time zone (PHT (UTC+8)).
What does the course cost in Philippines?
Learners in Philippines 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 Philippines?
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.