2023 KUKKIWON License Courses

Only masters certified as International Masters will be able to apply for Kukkiwon Dan certificates for their students. This change is effective from July 2023. If you're not a certified International Master, your Dan application will be denied.

As of July 2023, masters must possess at least a 3rd Class International Master Certificate to apply for Kukkiwon Dan certificates for their students. If you don't have this certification, your Dan applications will be denied.

Yes, if you hold the rank of Kukkiwon 4th Dan or higher, you are eligible to apply for both the 3rd Class International Master Course and the 3rd Class Poom/Dan Examiner Course simultaneously.

Kukkiwon 2nd Dan or 3rd Dan masters are eligible to apply for the 3rd Class International Master Course. Successful completion of this course will be recorded on your Kukkiwon profile. When you achieve the rank of Kukkiwon 4th Dan, you can then apply to have an International Master certificate issued to you.

If you're taking the Kukkiwon course for the first time, you have a few options. You can enroll in the International Master Course, which is open to those who meet the necessary requirements. Additionally, if you hold the rank of Kukkiwon 4th Dan or higher, you can apply for both the International Master Course and the Poom/Dan Examiner Course simultaneously. Please note that if you are not already certified as an International Master 3rd Class, you cannot enroll in the Poom/Dan Examiner Course alone. This means you must first meet the requirements for the International Master 3rd Class certification before considering the Poom/Dan Examiner Course.

The International Master Course and the Poom/Dan Examiner Course serve distinct purposes within the Kukkiwon certification framework. The International Master Course is primarily designed for those who wish to apply for Kukkiwon Dan certificates for their students. It provides the necessary training and knowledge to ensure that Dan applications meet Kukkiwon standards. This course equips individuals with the expertise required to evaluate and recommend students for Dan certificates. On the other hand, the Poom/Dan Examiner Course is intended for those interested in learning how to assess, test, or judge Taekwondo practitioners. Kukkiwon is expanding its presence worldwide and expects to conduct various examinations and special promotion tests in different locations. To be part of these tests, it is essential to be certified by Kukkiwon as a Poom/Dan Examiner. This course focuses on teaching the criteria and standards for evaluating the skills and abilities of Taekwondo practitioners. In summary, the International Master Course is for those who want to recommend students for Dan certificates, while the Poom/Dan Examiner Course is for individuals interested in becoming certified examiners to assess and judge Taekwondo practitioners in Kukkiwon-sanctioned tests and promotions.