CIEE TEFL Online 150-Hour TEFL Certificate Course

I took this course while juggling multiple jobs and a big move. My instructor and the CIEE staff were always understanding and supported me so I could finish the course. The content is presented in a straightforward, organized manner. All content is immediately relevant, not only to teaching, but to living abroad and intercultural interactions. You can do the coursework, discussion, and assignments and end there, or you can delve deeper with the extra materials provided at the end of each module. There are also downloadable notes for each section so you can follow along or use them to complete assigments/exams later.

I had a great experience during my CIEE TEFL certification program. I enjoyed connecting virtually with my classmates and learning more about teaching, from grammar and curriculum to navigating cultural differences in the classroom. The cost was manageable, the schedule of the coursework wasn't too overwhelming and I especially liked the weekly live meetings with a tutor to help you through the program. I walked away feeling empowered to be the best TEFL teacher I can be, and I'd highly recommend this teaching certificate to anyone!

Not only was I learning to be the most efficient ESL teacher I could be, but I was actually enjoying the process of it!
My tutor, Mina, was helpful and insightful every step of the way, she made sure we understood the material and applied it correctly. Belen-- the technical tutor-- was always kind and quick to respond with any question regarding the site, which is very easy to navigate and understand.
The lessons themself were also filled with very useful information that I apply to this day, there's no way to explain it further, you'll have to try it yourself!

The CIEE TEFL 150-hour course was a great way to become certified to teach English as a second language. First of all, the platform was easily accessible from the app on a phone or a laptop. It should be noted, however, that online meetings can only be accessed through a laptop or computer. The teachers were well-educated, knowledgeable, and very helpful with reminders and outside support. Plus, there are a variety of people available to help you with any questions you may have, and the response time was almost always within a 24-hour window. It was really great to be able to learn alongside other students and have forums to chat online with the other students. I highly recommend the CIEE TEFL course!

The CIEE TEFL program was a great introduction to life in the classroom! For someone like me who wasn't an education major, it presented a lot of helpful tips and tricks that I was able to keep in mind throughout the teaching experience. Now on the other side of my time, I can definitely say that the course was worth my while!

One of the biggest pluses of the program was that they teach you how to write a concrete lesson plan, which is so important when you are entering the education field! I went into my classroom on the first day with a lot of confidence that I could lead my students to success!

As someone who majored in Foreign Languages and Cultures at my university, I had a lot of worry for future regarding my career choice. However, when I learned about CIEE and the TEFL certification, I had a newfound anticipation for the future to come. Some may disagree, but I enjoyed my experience as a CIEE student more than I enjoyed being a student at my own university. This is because the information provided was thorough, and while it may seem like a lot to remember, all of it was taught with a purpose and objective in mind for us students. Not only did this course provide knowledge about students/teaching methods/etc., it was geared towards our personal growth as a teacher as well.

Not only does this course open my eyes to the world of teaching, it provided a wonderful experience in getting to know other people and forming meaningful relationships as well. The students in my class were very thoughtful and has the same commitment and desire to learn as I did. (Compared to a university where it’s sometimes hard to find hard workers like these.)

The CIEE team was very kind and helpful through our journey of earning our certification, and even if you’re only considering this TEFL course, reach out to the team and they will guide you and answer all of your questions!!

I highly recommend this course for those who have a desire to travel or teach!!

I honestly cannot recommend CIEE more! With no prior education/teaching experience, I felt incredibly prepared after completing their TEFL course. The modules were extremely organized as were the expectations for the course clearly spelled out. Additionally, each student is assigned a CIEE 'tutor' that provides personalized feedback on all of the major assignments. While the course is definitely rigorous and requires you to set aside multiple hours each week, the content and lessons learn are, in my opinion, worth every penny!

This course has been a breath of fresh air not only academically but inspirationally. I love how you can take the courses at your own pace with clear and well-organized modules on canvas so you can plan out your lessons and assignments. As a recent grad working a full-time job I have enjoyed the pace at which you can take the course and the support provided through the institution and course tutor. Feedback and instruction have always been extremely clear, I appreciate the attention to detail. Additionally, it has reignited my excitement for intercultural studies and I cannot wait to travel, learn and teach once again. Thank you TEFL!