college diploma needed?

Last activity 24 September 2016 by Teacher Mark

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in*HanoiMember20 September 2016 12:45:23

Hello All English Teachers in Hanoi,

After teaching English in Taiwan for many years, I’ve now come to Hanoi. When I apply for jobs in Hanoi, some schools insist I must have my college diploma to apply for work permit. Other teachers I talk to say “Don’t worry about it. It’s just a list their reading from of what the government here requires. They’ll forget about it in a week or so.” Well, no school ever forced me having a diploma in Taiwan either. Should I actually spend the 70 – 80 US$$ for it or forget about it. Billy in Hanoi

tsshapiroActive member24 September 2016 00:24:22

Well, my two university degrees cost me a bit over $30k, so I guess if you can go and get a university education for $70 to $80 you should definitely do it!

THIGVViP24 September 2016 05:48:37

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A friend of mine had no degree either and it cost him over $1000 to a rather slippery "fixer" to get his work permit.

Teacher MarkSerial expat24 September 2016 08:32:54

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You'll be told "No problem, no problem!" , only to hear "PROBLEM!" shortly thereafter, so you may want to get a copy and make it a non-issue.

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