The TEFL Academy

The TEFL Academy Reviews

Lehandri
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Excellent course

I really enjoyed the course and learned a lot! The course is really well structured - it starts with teaching vocabulary and grammar, which is the basics of language teaching. It then goes on to teach you how to give reading, listening, speaking and writing lessons. I was able to use everything I learned in the classroom. The students also really enjoy the lessons I provide. The course made me rethink my teaching style and helped me to put myself in my student’s shoes. Before starting the course I did not realize how important that is. This course is what every foreign language teacher needs to enhance their teaching and it covers literally every aspect you can think of. I will recommend this course to everyone and I ensure you, you will not regret it!

What would you improve about this program?
There is really nothing I would change about this program.
Alba
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Great Tefl program

The Tefl Academy was a excellent academy for get my Tefl, from the beginning the stuff was very helpful and help me in every step! The program it’s hard but it’s very good, the 10 units are create in a perfect way for help your improvements. The assignments are hard as well, but they are important for understand what a Tefl job will be.
The cost is one of the cheapest because sono academy ask you a lot of money for the same course, The Tefl Academy ask you a very competitive price and they are honest about thi.
About the 168 hours online I can say that they are very understandable and very helpful, the online program help me very much for understand how teach and other things.
The 20 hours in class are very nice and super funny, the academy teacher was brilliant!
I really recommend this program!

What was your funniest moment?
The 20 hours in class! So funny and give me the opportunity to see how a Tefl job will be.
Martin
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

The online TEFL course

My experience with the TEFL online course was amazing. The pages were laid out in an easy understandable way and they were very easy to navigate. The course covered every topic I could think of and more and just when you think there is something you don't quite understand, they give you some extra resources on the topic.

This course can be done even if, like me, you have slow internet. The assignments can all be done offline (although research will be necessary). Speaking of the assignments, the 3 assignments given throughout the course poses quite a challenge and maximum effort will be required to complete them. That isn't off-putting in any way, on the contrary, it required more effort than any other aspect of the course and that made doing them and passing them feel like a major achievement.

This course is my ticket to seeing the world and I know it can do the same for anyone thinking of doing it.

What would you improve about this program?
There really isn't much to improve in this program but if I had to choose one thing I'd say to put just a tiny bit more detail in some of the grammar topics in Unit 4. It covered everything you need, but lacked a tiny bit in the tenses section. It covered half of the tenses in detail and skipped over the others, but that doesn't mean you can't go do your own research like I did.
Yolandi
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Awesome place to get your TEFL

So really loved this course, much better than any other course I have ever done!! I would honestly recommend it!! Great feedback is given which helps you grow and develop and not just pass and move on!! True learning experience!! Have been recommending it to everyone looking into TEFL! The course contains everything and more needed to teach, as well as everything to get you actually teaching! I cant wait to proudly display my certificate when I get it! Im also excited to start my top up course soon! Just deciding which one as all the options are great! I will definitely try and do all of the top ups if I can!

Great investment in your future! Even if you don’t end up teaching this course will help you be a better writer, reader and much more!

What would you improve about this program?
I would have loved all the materials printed, but its a new age and I totally understand why its not done this way!!
Cristin
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Adventures in Africa

Dealing with The TEFL Academy has been nothing but a joy from the day I found their website online until the day I graduated from the Level 5 course.

The classroom-based lectures and practical was absolutely remarkable and was exactly what I needed to gain a deeper understanding into what teaching abroad will be like.

I was challenged by the content and didn't find it too watered-down or too difficult, the level was just right. The assignments particularly challenged me and pushed me to learn concepts that I was previously unfamiliar with.

I am so impressed by their professionalism and they have left no stone unturned. I really am completely prepared and confidant to go overseas and teach English now that I have my TEFL qualification.

Thank you The TEFL Academy!

What would you improve about this program?
Nothing :)

But seeing that you insist I put ords here - just well done... really - a brilliant business model.
Serisha
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Thoroughly equipped.

My experience with the TEFL academy was amazing. The layout of the material and the instruction videos at the start of the course made it easy for me to navigate through the units and also successfully upload my assignments. Marking was done quickly and efficiently and feedback was excellent as it showed me exactly where I had short comings and it gave me advice on how to do better. I especially liked that each assignment came with an example over and above the examples given throughout the course. This ensured that I knew exactly what my marker wanted and in turn knew exactly what will expected of me in the future.

I found that the weekend seminars had been the perfect start to my six month long course as it gave me an insight on what the course is about and the lecturer had introduced each unit. She was amazing, helpful and truly tried her best to answer every question the class had.

I am grateful that I had come across this particular course with this particular company as it not only equipped me for teaching ESL overseas but also gave me a strong foundation to teach online.

What would you improve about this program?
I would have preferred a little bit more information on teaching English online. The information given in the course was great and an a good start but I do wish that it had been looked into more.
Cyril
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Great course to open doors

My Level 5 TEFL Course (168 hrs) course was just what I needed to try my hand at living and teaching abroad. The course was hard enough to test me yet was easy enough to follow each unit. Instructions and guidelines are laid out like all diplomas so easy to follow and tick off when completed. Although I have an MA in English this feels like a perfect accompaniment to further strengthen my skills in the use and teaching of English. Well worth a go.
Did not have any problems or negatives with thus course and at a discount price of £249 I felt I had little to lose. Now I'm in Cambodia waiting to start in a local school, I know it was well worth the investment. Can go one to take one on one teaching course for further advancement in this area so feel the world is my oyster at the moment.

What was your funniest moment?
Getting in a taxi with a young family and recording their singing for folks back home. Priceless memories
Cameron
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Very Happy Student

I have not studied anything for about 15 years so was a little daunted when embarking on the Tefl Journey. Once I stated the course however all of my fears went away. Whilst challenging at times, the course gave me all of the necessary tools and knowledge to begin my new journey in EFL teaching. The layout of the online course is easy to navigate and the assistance is always there if needed. The assignments were challenging at times and really put me into a situation that I am likely to face when in a teaching role. The feedback to the assignments was amazing and left me knowing exactly what I did well, and what I could have done differently or better. I would recommend this course to anyone looking to complete a TEFL accreditation in the future.

What would you improve about this program?
The time to have assignments marked and also to receive the completion certificate could be improved slightly.
Marguerite
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

My experience with The TEFL Academy 2019

I had the best experience completing my TEFL certificate from April 2019 - Sep 2019. The structure of the course is put together in sucg a way that you can access it from anywhere via he internet which makes it really easy to complete as you can literally log into your account and pick up where you left off. The fact that you can rewrite the tests until you pass really helps with eliminating the 'stress factor', and you learn easier as you go back on the questions you could not answer and then actually remember the answer after re-reading. The feedback is ALWAYS on time, and I was assisted immediately OR the day after with each phone call I made with any concern. I would recommend this course to anyone who would like to complete their TEFL certificate.

What would you improve about this program?
I would set out assignment A & B the ame way Assignment C is set out. There is more detail set out in the instructions of Assignment C in comparison to A & B.
Sonalia
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

TEFL Course

My experience with The TEFL Academy will be one I will never forget as the academy has helped me in achieving my goals and will help me with my career as a TEFL teacher. The assistance from the markers I was assigned to was very helpful. The course has helped to equip me with the skills needed to begin my career as a TEFL teacher. The course was broken down to ensure full understanding and application of skills. I never not once felt tired or bored while completing this course and I found that the assignments were both informative and exciting to complete. The feedback I received from my markers helped to improve both my produced work and understanding of many aspects within the Level 5 course. I am truly grateful for this opportunity and would like to thank all those involved.

What was the most nerve-racking moment and how did you overcome it?
The most nerve-racking moment for me was awaiting my assignment results. I overcame feelings of anxiety by knowing that the markers are trained professionals who are there to help and guide me.
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