TEFL COURSES EXPLAINED
As a renowned and international TEFL provider, your mind will be at ease when choosing the right course for you!
The TEFL Institute offers two primary TEFL qualifications to choose from with many additional high-quality courses to add to your resume. If you are not sure which course is right for you, our team is happy to help.
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ACCREDITED TEFL COURSES GOVERNMENT REGULATED CLASSROOM BASED SPECIALIST TEFL COURSES
RECOGNISED ONLINE ACCREDITED OR GOVERNMENT REGULATED TEFL COURSES
You can complete your accredited TEFL certification in your own time, and at your own pace. The TEFL Institute is an TQUK Approved Centre and is also endorsed by the Online Distance Learning Quality Council. The courses are ideal for:
Native or non native speakers
Wanting to teach worldwide
Want to get TEFL qualified quickly
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120 Hour Advanced TEFL Course Accredited
Completion time
2-4 Weeks
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Free 12 Hours Live TEFL Zoom Classes Worth £89.00
240 Hour Master TEFL Course
Completion time
6-8 Weeks
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10 HOUR VIRTUAL TEFL COURSE INCLUDING TEACHING PRACTICE!
If you cannot attend one of our popular classroom courses due to either location or timing, our Virtual Classroom Course is a fantastic alternative.
Following our successful Classroom TEFL Courses' syllabus and philosophy, our virtual classroom TEFL courses are full of hands-on practical activities.Delivered online over Zoom by one of our experienced tutors, the course will take you through how to plan, prepare, and deliver fun and engaging lessons for all learner levels and age groups.
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LEVEL 5 OFQUAL REGULATED DIPLOMA COURSES
Ofqual (The Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation) is responsible for regulating education standards, certifications and exams. TQUK is an Ofqual regulated awarding body who have approved The TEFL Institute as a TQUK centre. Our courses are ideal for:
Native English Speakers, Fluent Speakers with C1 Level or Higher
Wanting to teach abroad, especially Europe & the Middle East
Wanting the highest quality certification
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Free 20 Hours Live TEFL Zoom Classes
180 HOUR
Ofqual Level 5 TEFL Diploma
Completion time
8-10 Weeks
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Free 20 Hours Live TEFL Zoom Classes
300 HOUR
Ofqual Level 5 Advanced Diploma
Completion time
10-14 Weeks
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TEFL INSTITUTE ENGLISH LEVEL TEST
Test your level of English to see if EFL teacher training is for you and which course will suit you best! A quick 5 minute test will tell you all you need to know.
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CLASSROOM METHODOLOGIES BASED HYBRID COURSES
Get the best of both worlds with our combined TEFL courses and pair flexible online learning with a hands-on practical classroom course. Our online and classroom courses are designed by TEFL teachers and led by highly experienced and qualified EFL tutors
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190 HOUR Ofqual Level 5 Hybrid Diploma
Completion time
9-12 Weeks
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310 HOUR Ofqual Level 5 Hybrid Advanced Diploma
Completion time
12-16 Weeks
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SPECIALIST TEFL COURSES
If you want to stand out and get that dream job, we would recommend you aiming to receive specialist certifications. If you don't know yet what you'd like to do, that's ok! You can get all your bases covered or upskill at a later date. If you know what area of TEFL you'd like to get into, then choose the right specialist courses for you or contact us today to make sure. From exam preparation courses and teaching business English to teaching online, we are proud to say that we have you covered!
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30 HOUR IELTS PREPARATION SPECIALIST COURSE
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1 Week
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30 HOUR TEACHING ENGLISH ONLINE SPECIALIST COURSE
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1 Week
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30 HOUR TOEIC PREPARATION SPECIALIST COURSE
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1 Week
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30 HOUR TEACHING YOUNG LEARNERS SPECIALIST COURSE
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1 Week
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30 HOUR ADVANCED GRAMMAR COURSE FOR TEFL TEACHERS
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1 Week
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30 HOUR TEACHING BUSINESS ENGLISH SPECIALIST COURSE
Completion time
1 Week
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TEFL Frequently asked Questions
Our advice is if you have your sights set on a certain country, look into the visa requirements first before putting time and effort into finding a job there. This will save you time and disappointment. If it is a school preferability, and not a visa requirement, there is sometimes some leeway. If you are in the middle of completing a degree or have an associate degree, then we would suggest applying and trying your best. Most schools will look for at least a high school diploma or equivalent.
We suggest people to be at least 16 with a C1 level of English or higher. If you're not sure, we have a free English test. We also would recommend people who work on their own initiative as it is an online course and you will need to be your own motivation.
The 120 hour TEFL course is the minimum standard around the world. It is a lovely laid out course with 10 modules outlined in the course content. This certification can be used primarily to teach online and travel the world. It is the fastest route to getting a qualification.
The 180 hour course is a level 5 qualification and can be compared to a CELTA or TrinityTESOL. This course is harder and longer to complete, but worth it in the end as it opens up so many opportunities. This course should be taken if you’d like to teach in your home country or certain places in Asia.
The first thing to do before accepting a job abroad is to check out the visa requirements. Although our TEFL certificate stands alone as a qualification, some countries do require a Bachelor’s Degree or higher. This is not just for teachers, but for anyone who wants to enter the country on a work permit. Some of these countries include China, Japan, Vietnam, and South Korea.
For jobs abroad, most schools will ask you for a demo class. This may sound weird at first, but it is a very common request. Remember to be as confident and clear-speaking as you can.
Most online companies will ask for your TEFL certificate, teaching practice, to have accessibility to good WiFi, a laptop or other computer devices, and headphones. Some online companies may ask their teachers to also have a Bachelor’s Degree. This is evident in Chinese online companies, as it is a government regulation (no matter where you are currently living).
Our 120 hour TEFL course has 10 modules with a multiple choice test at the end of each module. You will need 80% to pass. We offer free retests, so if you fail the first time, simply go through your coursework again and retake the test. All examinations are completed online and at your own pace. You are given 6 months to complete the course to accommodate for people who have full-time jobs and dependents, but ultimately it doesn’t take this long.
Our 180 hour TEFL course has 11 modules with a test at the end of each module, consisting of both MCQs and open-ended questions. This level 5 course has a 100% pass mark. All of the tests can be taken online and submitted. Our system will correct your multiple choice answers immediately and you’ll be asked to retake the test if not correct. You can retake the test as many times as you need. The open ended answers are checked by our assessment team and you will get feedback if your answers need to be changed. You won’t get an unlimited number of times and there may be an extra to repeat so be sure to take their feedback into account. Once our assessors pass you, your level 5 government regulated certificate will be issued. You are given 6 months to complete the course, but extensions are available if needed.
Our specialist courses are much shorter than the main TEFL qualifications. They are all completed online and in your own time. All tests are done online and corrected instantly. They have course content and tests throughout the course. They can be completed before or after the main TEFL qualification.
Our 10 hour Classroom Methodologies Course is completed through Zoom. You will join a class of no more than 12 students with your tutor, Kate. It will be held over two 5 hour days. She will be responsible for your passing mark based on your attendance, involvement and completion of an assignment.
The 180 hour level 5 TEFL course contains both multiple choice and open ended questions. The multiple choice questions are corrected instantly like normal, but word count is the only factor corrected instantly with the open ended answers. After you have completed the modules, our expert assessors will correct your answers and give you some tips if an answer is not up to standard. Although the instant corrections are free to redo, you may be charged if your long answers are incorrect for a third time, so please take their advice into account when completing the reassessment process.
Although you do not need any other qualifications, you may need a Bachelor’s Degree or higher for visa reasons when travelling or some school preferences.
The 10 hour Classroom Methodologies course is now virtual and done through Zoom. You will need to be available and online during your chosen times.
FAQs
What is the most Recognised TEFL course? ›
CELTA is the most widely recognised TEFL qualification worldwide and some employers, particularly in native English speaking countries, require you to have CELTA (or the comparable CertTESOL) before they'll consider your application.
Are online TEFL courses recognized? ›Are online TEFL courses recognised? The answer is yes if your online TEFL certificate is either a Trinity CertTESOL or a CELTA. They are the only two TEFL certificates recognised and accepted by the Brtish Council and most employers worldwide.
How do I know if my TEFL certificate is real? ›This can be found in the lower left corner of their certificate. To protect the authenticity of The TEFL Org certificates, each student is given a unique ID which can be used to verify their certificate details. This can be found in the lower left corner of their certificate.
Does it matter which TEFL course I do? ›How Can I Avoid Choosing The Wrong TEFL Course? Choosing the right TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) certification course will play a critical role in providing you with the training, qualifications, and job placement assistance you need to get hired to teach English abroad and online.
Is TEFL recognized in USA? ›State boards of education in the U.S. do not accredit TEFL certification courses for teaching English abroad. Most private language schools in the U.S. seek to employ experienced teachers and many will recognize an internationally accredited TEFL certification course and will value international teaching experience.
Is CELTA or TEFL better? ›CELTA is certainly a widely recognized and respected type of TEFL certification. However, that doesn't mean it's the best TEFL certification for you. If you're interested in teaching children, for example, a TEFL certification is better since CELTA is specific to adults.
Where do TEFL teachers make the most money? ›- Saudi Arabia. ...
- Hong Kong. ...
- Kuwait. ...
- Oman. ...
- South Korea. ...
- Taiwan. Average salaries: US$2,000 – 3,000 per month. ...
- China. Average salaries: US$1,500 – 3,000 per month. ...
- Vietnam. Average salaries: US$1,000 – 2,000 per month.
The national average salary for a TEFL Teacher is ₹27,142 in India.
Does a TEFL certificate look good on a resume? ›In general, this is what your TEFL resume should include and highlight: If you have TEFL certification, it should be right at the top of the education section of your resume. You should also always indicate the number of certification hours.
Is TEFL worth it without a degree? ›You don't need a TEFL qualification for all teaching jobs but finding employment will be much easier if you have it. This is because many other positions aren't as well paid and they're not always with the most reputable employers.
Is there a demand for online TEFL teachers? ›
YES. There is an increasing demand for online English teachers all over the world, and as an online teacher, you can have students from any number of different countries. South America and Korea, for example, have booming markets for English teachers with growing opportunities in various specialties.
How hard is the TEFL exam? ›Generally speaking TEFL is not hard to pass. Face-to-face courses generally have interviews and strict admission requirements so if it is not likely to complete or pass the course, they will not be admitted in the first place.
How quickly can I get a TEFL certificate? ›How long does it take to get a TEFL certificate? Not everyone will earn their TEFL certificate in the same amount of time. Some students take intensive courses to get TEFL certified in as little as 1 month. However, most students should plan to set aside about 4 to 6 months to complete their TEFL course.
Do TEFL qualifications expire? ›TEFL qualifications are valid for life; they do not expire. We'd recommend using your TEFL certificate within two years of course completion as it may throw up some questions during interviews why you have not used it since completing your course.
How do I choose a TEFL course? ›- The course should be accredited by an external body. ...
- The course should have a comprehensive grammar programme.
TESOL refers to teaching English to individuals and groups who speak another language. This can be either in the U.S. or abroad. TEFL refers to teaching English in places where English is a foreign language. It's particularly useful for those passionate about teaching English in multicultural settings.
Is it better to do TEFL or TESOL? ›The TESOL program often prepares people for teaching in the US (though that doesn't have to be the case if you don't want it to be). TEFL programs work in the opposite way—you're more prepared to work abroad (but, again, you can still teach in the US). Earn your TESOL degree at Alliant International University today!
Is TEFL internationally Recognised? ›Get internationally recognised TEFL qualification with the most accredited course provider. As the most accredited TEFL teacher training provider in the world, TEFL Org qualifications are recognised worldwide.