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This study is aligning with the recent trends of using technology to develop science teaching methods. It aims at exploring the training requirements needed to use virtual laboratory in the point view of science teachers in Al-Ahsa Governorate. In this study, the descriptive method was used, and a questionnaire was applied on a sample that consisted of (101) science teachers in intermediate public schools in Al-Ahsa Governorate. Findings showed a disparity between the training requirements ranged between essential and average needs. The study stressed upon the importance of training science teachers to use virtual laboratory by organizing specialized training courses, and motivating teachers to participate in relevant workshops and conferences, as well as improving the infrastructure which is necessary to apply virtual laboratories in science education. (Published Abstract)