A Special Opportunity
INTENSIVE TEACHER
TRAINING PROGRAM
Six Month Intensive Teacher Training Program
at Manjushri Kadampa Meditation Centre
February to August 2027
with Gen-la Kelsang Jampa
Beginning February 14 2027, NKT will offer a six-month Intensive Teacher Training Program at Manjushri KMC with Gen-la Kelsang Jampa, General Spiritual Director of NKT-IKBU.
This special course was designed by Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche and provides six months’ intensive training for those wishing to become qualified Resident Teachers at Kadampa Buddhist centers around the world.
'Buddha’s teachings are beneficial to others only if there are qualified Teachers.’
Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche
The Teacher, Gen-la Kelsang Jampa
Gen-la Kelsang Jampa is the General Spiritual Director of the New Kadampa Tradition and Resident Teacher at Manjushri KMC. Gen-la has been a student of Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso for many years, and under Geshe-la's guidance has taught at many centers and events around the world.
Gen-la is well-loved for his clear and inspiring teachings and his ability to touch people's hearts through his sincerity and loving kindness.
What the course offers
The course will comprise special study and training sessions based on Joyful Path of Good Fortune.
During the study weeks there will be teaching classes, group discussions and teaching skills classes along with daily group pujas.
Fees & accommodation
For successful applicants there will be no charge for the course, accommodation and meals but students will have to cover all other expenses including travel, visas and attendance at Festivals.
Accommodation will be in dormitories reserved exclusively for students on the course.
Requirements
Participants will be required to:
- Attend every class for the entire course
- Memorize essential parts of the texts studied
- Take part in teaching skills classes and assessments
- Take part in teaching practice opportunities
- Sit written examinations
- Be fluent in English
- Take part in the daily life of the community
- Undertake to accept a position as a Resident Teacher if requested
How to apply
Apply to join the programme using the online application form.
For further help email the STTP Co-ordinator at [email protected].
Applications close August 31, 2026
