History and Background

 The history of TIECA dates back to 1990 when a group of twelve educational consultants in Thailand formed an independent, self-regulating group under the name "The Educational Consultants Group of Thailand", widely known as ECT. The main objectives of the group were to share their expertise in the field of international education and to help raise standards of practice and services rendered to students and international institutions.

Over the years, more and more professionals in the field who shared the same concepts and work ethics joined the group. Seven years later, with 71 members from various areas of Bangkok and one Northern province, the group eventually became a legal entity. On 11 September 1997, the group was granted approval to become an association and is now known as "The Thai International Education Consultants Association" or (TIECA).

 Policies and Objectives

We have the following policies and objectives:

• To maintain a high standard of educational counseling
• To provide students with clear and concise information on study opportunities, accommodation, and pre-travel preparation in a fast, efficient, and friendly manner
• To promote the growth of overseas study in accordance with the government's policy of supporting the full development of the population
• To maintain a fast and efficient service by working closely with overseas institutions
• To safeguard the rights and advantages of students

How TIECA Helps International Institutions

• TIECA members are fully committed to assist their partner institutions with the following:
• Introduction to the educational systems of the countries the students are interested in Names, addresses, and accurate details regarding the educational establishments
• Details on courses available and costs
• Preparation of all necessary documents and advice on visa requirements
• English Language preparation
• All pre-departure travel arrangements
• General information on the destination of the students' choice
• Advice on the students' rights
• Arrangement of suitable accommodation for students
• Advice on banking and other services
• Arrangement of health insurance

TIECA Activities

• Supervise and co-ordinate the Royal King’s Projects of four scholarships for English language studies abroad consisting of round-trip airfare.
• Presented scholarships to assist fourth year University students of semester year 1998, as well as economically challenged students, sponsored by Rajabhat Suansunandha Institute.
• Support the organization of seminars by the Royal Thai Government, Office of the Teachers Civil Service Commission, Ministry of Education.
• Support projects to help disadvantaged children and handicapped people such as the Scholarship Fund for Friends project.
• Presented a scholarship to help fourth year University students of semester year 1998 as well as economically challenged students, sponsored by the Mahidol University.
• Presented a scholarship to help fourth year University students of semester year 1998 as well as economically challenged students, sponsored by Kasetsart University.
• Organize follow-up seminars to exhibition activities.
• Organize familiarization trips to overseas institutions on a regular basis.
• Organize educational seminars throughout Thailand.

TIECA Activities Committees Members

	Mr. Annop  Kanthatham President Thai International Education Consultants Association
	Miss. Pranee   Thangpitakpaisal  Vice President Thai International Education Consultants Association
	Mr. Nithiwat   Chaichanasiri General Secretary Thai International Education Consultants Association
	Ms. Suvalee Charoendhanakit Treasurer Thai International Education Consultants Association
	Miss. Panwipa  Puapongsakorn  General Committee Thai International Education Consultants Association