CHOOSING THE RIGHT EXPERIENCE: STUDY TOUR VS TEACHER TRAIING PROGRAMS
Global Teacher offers two distinctive professional development experiences abroad — the Teacher Training Program (TTP) and the Study Tour (ST). Both are designed to broaden your perspective, enrich your practice, and contribute meaningfully, but they differ in structure, depth, and commitment.
🔹 The Teacher Training Program (TTP) is for experienced educators seeking meaningful professional growth. It includes full school placements, where participants support local teachers in the classroom and deliver peer-led professional development. This truly unique opportunity to deeply engage with local schools is part of a 50-hour accredited PD program focused on collaboration, reflection, and impact.
🔹 Study Tour (ST) is suited to those seeking a lighter, more exploratory experience. It’s open to all educators, regardless of experience, and blends school visits, leadership talks, and cultural immersion. Participants earn a 20-hour PD accreditation.
Let’s take a closer look at how these two journeys compare:
🔹 The Teacher Training Program (TTP) is for experienced educators seeking meaningful professional growth. It includes full school placements, where participants support local teachers in the classroom and deliver peer-led professional development. This truly unique opportunity to deeply engage with local schools is part of a 50-hour accredited PD program focused on collaboration, reflection, and impact.
🔹 Study Tour (ST) is suited to those seeking a lighter, more exploratory experience. It’s open to all educators, regardless of experience, and blends school visits, leadership talks, and cultural immersion. Participants earn a 20-hour PD accreditation.
Let’s take a closer look at how these two journeys compare:
Teacher Training Program (TTP) |
Study Tour (ST) |
ELIGIBILITY
Participants must have some classroom experience. Involves active school placements and delivering teacher workshops. |
Open to all. No prior experience required. Includes optional school visits and leadership talks. |
PRE-DEPARTURE
Handbook and Training manual provided. Two online meetings to help prepare as well as a dedicated WhatsApp group |
Handbook provided. One online meeting prior to departure as well as a dedicated WhatsApp group |
GROUP SIZE
Generally limited to 10–12 participants, depending on the location. |
Usually 6–15 participants, unless otherwise stated. |
DURATION
Typically 9 nights, including 5 days in school placements, a full-day PD workshop, and 2 days of cultural excursions. |
Typically 6-7 nights, with a few school visits spread across several days. |
TAX DEDUCTIBILE?
Yes, designed as professional development. Participants receive a certificate for 50 hours of PD. |
Yes, designed as professional development. Participants receive a certificate for 20 hours of PD. |
PROFESSIONAL LEARNING
In-depth professional engagement through school placements, workshop delivery, and rich peer collaboration throughout. |
School visits, leadership talks, and workshops offer valuable insights. Peer learning through shared travel. |