SEAMEO RETRAC

The Southeast Asian Ministers of Education Organization, Regional Training Center in Vietnam (SEAMEO RETRAC) is an intergovernmental organization committed to assisting SEAMEO Member Countries in identifying and addressing issues of education, leadership, and management.

Core value

Excellence

Strive to be a center of excellence through creativity and innovation.

Professionalism

Strive to achieve the highest standards of professionalism through ethical behavior, collaboration, self-education and respect for all.

Integrity

Be committed to academic and intellectual honesty.

Collaboration and Partnership

Value teamwork, promote partnerships and maximize our collective impact by inspiring, challenging, and supporting each other.

Why choose SEAMEO RETRAC?

The international training center is under the Ministry of Education and Training

Advanced and diverse training programs that meet each learners’ needs

Enthusiastic, highly qualified, experienced local and international teaching staff

An international, professional and friendly education environment

Great location in the heart of the city center with up-to- date facilities and modern learning resources

Small class sizes ensure a high quality learning experience

Division of Education

SEAMEO RETRAC frequently conducts a variety of training and research projects on educational leadership and management for Vietnamese and regional school administrators and lecturers. Training modalities include: seminars, forums, courses, workshops, school visits and conferences.

SEAMEO RETRAC English Programs

SEAMEO RETRAC is one of the leading centers with more than 20 years of experience in English Language Teaching in Vietnam. The Center offers high-quality English language programs for different learning needs.

SEAMEO RETRAC Hosted Educational Forum on Digital Transformation in Southeast Asia

With education systems across Southeast Asia undergoing rapid digital transformation, leadership and management practices are being challenged to adapt and innovate. As schools and institutions integrate new technologies and explore data-driven approaches, educators are redefining traditional practices to meet emerging needs and seize

SEAMEO RETRAC’s 28th Governing Board Meeting

SEAMEO RETRAC proudly hosted its 28th Governing Board Meeting (GBM) on September 29–30, 2025, marking a meaningful milestone in its continued journey of regional cooperation and educational advancement. This year’s GBM was honored to welcome all 11 Governing Board Members who are high officials from the Ministries of Education of SEAMEO Member

Strengthening Educators’ Abilities in Data-Driven Research

In response to the growing demand for robust research skills in the education sector, a training course on “Data Analysis in Research” was held from September 10–12, 2025. The program aimed to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of data analysis in scientific research and to develop their ability to tackle challenges in

SEAMEO RETRAC Hosts Training on Active Teaching Methods in Higher Education

SEAMEO RETRAC organized a training course on “Interactive Teaching Approaches in Higher Education” to support university lecturers in adopting modern teaching methods, addressing the growing demands of learners and society. The training introduced participants to the concepts, principles, and implementation processes of three key teaching

16th International Conference on TESOL – August 2025

From Policy to Practice: Rethinking English-Medium Education at TESOL 2025 In an era of globalization and increasing internationalization of education, English has become a common medium of instruction across many disciplines and academic levels. To address relevant issues and share best practices, SEAMEO RETRAC, in collaboration with Curtin