Accreditations and Awards

Our curriculum is approved by the Thai Ministry of Education and accredited by the Confederation of International Beauty Therapy and Cosmetology (CIBTAC). CIBTAC is an internationally recognised awarding body for Aesthetics and Beauty Therapy and is renowned for its high educational standards. Hence, a selection of our courses qualify for a CIBTAC certificate. As a founding member of the Thai Spa Association, Chiva-Som International Academy is a leader in Thailand’s spa and wellness industry and aims to share its evidence-based wisdom with the wider wellness community. Educational opportunities and global sustainability initiatives lie at the core of every Chiva-Som initiative and our efforts have been recognised by leading award programs in the global health and wellness industry.

Some of our recent awards include:

2019 Thailand Spa & Well-Being Awards

‘Spa Educator (Instructor individual)’


2012 Thailand Spa & Well-Being Awards

‘Spa Educator (Institute)’


2009 Spa Asia Crystal Awards

‘Best Spa Academy’


2007 Spa Asia Crystal Awards

‘Best Spa Academy’


2006 Baccarat Asia Spa Awards

‘Spa Academy of the year’