Asatizah development

Nurturing excellence in religious leadership.

Last updated 22 July 2026

About us

At the Religious Talent Development (RTD) cluster, we nurture Singapore's asatizah through a holistic framework that combines deep Islamic knowledge with contemporary competencies. We are committed to developing religious teachers who serve as trusted guides in our multicultural society - ones who can effectively address modern challenges while preserving Islamic values and principles.

Through our integrated ecosystem of professional development initiatives, we empower asatizah via:

The Asatizah Recognition Scheme (ARS), ensuring high standards of religious teaching
Comprehensive Continuing Professional Education (CPE) programmes
Our Integrated Learning Management (ILM) portal, offering rich learning resources
Strategic talent development through targeted scholarship opportunities

By providing this strategic support and professional development, we strengthen our asatizah community's capacity to provide relevant and sound religious guidance for current times.

A teacher interacting with young students in a classroom while they are engaged in educational activities.

Our purpose

To develop a competent, credible and forward-thinking asatizah community that provides relevant religious guidance for Singapore's Muslim community.

Our mission

Uphold excellence through a robust certification framework, ensuring our asatizah are well-qualified to guide the community.
Enhance asatizah capabilities by providing structured learning programmes that blend religious knowledge with contemporary skills.
Develop future religious leaders who can contribute meaningfully to Singapore's religious landscape.