The TEFL Academy

Program Reviews

Albertus
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

TEFL course

The TEFL course was really fun and practical. I felt like I made progress with every unit. Sometimes it was challenging — especially the pronunciation and grammar sections — but the materials were clear and the assignments helped me apply what I learned. By the end, I felt motivated and ready to start teaching. The course gave me confidence, not just a certificate. I would highly recommend this course to anyone serious about teaching English, whether online or abroad. It is worth the time and effort.

Jolande & Liza
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Attention to detail

I loved being pushed out of my comfort zone with this course. So much detail and information. The course is very well thought through and presented. It exceeded my expectations and passing each Assignment after weeks of stressing over details, felt like a real accomplishment.

Because of all the information provided, the only downside of the course is that access to the course is also terminated once your 6 months are up. All the online courses I have done at this level, allows lifetime access to the information. There is so much value in this course that it is difficult to download and save everything.

What was your funniest moment?
I have never had to do a plagiarism test before on any course and when submitting Assignment 2, I mistakenly attached the original template instead of my work. It showed a 99% plagiarism score! I was nearly in tears as it was the hardest of all the assignments for me and all I could think was I had to do it all over again. But then it dawned on me...that I could have made that mistake! I was so relieved! :O)))
Pros
  • Excellent content
  • Loads of extra reading and resources
  • Value for money
Cons
  • No access after 6 months.
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Denise
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

What an excellent experience!

I really enjoyed this adventure. I was a bit nervous at the beginning because I’m not a native speaker and was making a complete career change, but this course gave me the confidence I needed to start creating fun, engaging lessons. I’ve already started working with an online student, and she is so enthusiastic every time we meet. This means the course was successful for me.

I had some serious health issues a few weeks after starting the course, but I was able to finish on time because the deadline provided was very generous.

If you did this all over again, what's one thing you would change?
I would start earlier...
Pros
  • Self paced
  • Great support team
Gilberta
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

The TEFL Academy Experience

I had always wanted to teach English abroad and I have had the perfect organization to help me. The TEFL Academy has the support, materials and widest knowledge to keep any student informed and loaded with the vital skills for teaching. I enjoyed going through each unit and getting even more materials such as articles to read to widen my knowledge. Every example given gave more insight and the guidelines and support in every step was worth it. Even my assignments were a joy to me because I had all the information I needed and ease to accomplish them.

What is your advice to future travelers on this program?
They should make notes and practice after each unit
Simone Jenny
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

A program for everybody!

This program is for everybody! I burnout easily and never thought I would be able to manage the program beside my studies/work/burnout periods. But I had done well for a while and thought now was the time. But in the middle of the program I burned out. However I received much support and understanding from the tefl academy team and I got back on track and was able to finish the program. Such a great team and I learned a lot from the program. It was structured well and did not overwhelm me with a lot of information at once.

What was the most nerve-racking moment and how did you overcome it?
I was so nervous about the assignments. I always second guess. But they have a guide for the assignments which helped me. I also received great feedback for my assignments as well
Pros
  • Great support team
  • Well thought out program
Cons
  • The program starts from the day you buy it. Sometimes I wish you could buy it. Wait awhile for when the time is right for you to start learning
Nicole
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

TEFL level 5 review

I enjoyed how accessible the online course was. I was able to complete the course at my own pace and engage in the topic when I able to complete at my own pace.

Assignment feedback was provided quickly and was constructive, enabling for feedback to be implemented in the subsequent assignments.

Videos and readings were packed with information to support understanding and aid the process of writing assignments. Quizzes throughout the course were helpful and well structured.

I look forward to using the course in the future!

LIRA ERIKA
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Amazing Experience!

The courses I took were easy to understand, and there were additional resources available to help students learn more if needed. The evaluators provided valuable support in developing my outputs, and their system was very easy to navigate. Payment was also flexible since I could pay in installments. Overall, studying at The TEFL Academy was a great decision. :) Beyond the convenience, I truly appreciated how the program balanced theory with practical application, making lessons engaging and relevant to real teaching scenarios. The flexibility of the platform allowed me to learn at my own pace without feeling overwhelmed, while the guidance from experienced evaluators gave me confidence in my progress. The resources provided were not only comprehensive but also adaptable to different learning styles, which made the experience inclusive and motivating. I came away with skills that are directly applicable to both classroom teaching and online instruction, and I feel more prepared to pursue opportunities worldwide. The TEFL Academy has given me a strong foundation and a sense of accomplishment that continues to inspire me.

What was the most nerve-racking moment and how did you overcome it?
It was nerve-wracking to come up with your curriculum and make constant adjustments to consider online and offline learning. However, I was able to get the support I needed during the program.
Thea
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Excellence

The TEFL course platform is build on professionalism snd supported by excellent course content that covers all aspects needed for a person to start a career and additional income. TEFL support team was always on time marking your assignments. The platform itself, was easy to use and navigation was simple. I was impressed with the idea that you can complete the course in your own time and at your own pace. The flexibility to run the course is helping anyone that has a busy schedule. Thank you to TEFL, that I made it possible for me to earn an extra income.

Davina
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

5 out of 5 - all the way!

After a lot of research and am so glad I chose The TEFL Academy! The course was fun, captivating, detailed, thorough, rewarding, laying an excellent foundation for anyone exploring teaching English as a foreign language.
The whole course, not only introduces you to all that you need to know as a TEFL teacher but also prepares and equips for teaching, whether you have had any experience or not.
Together, each unit covers extensive knowledge and information, but in bite size sections with different modes of learning; including videos, quiz's, activities, reflections and so much more. There is a short assessment at the end of each unit, making sure you have gained a good understanding of the topic covered. The 2 main assignments covers the course as a whole and equips you with confidence to move forward into teaching.
The support is excellent and with a quick response.
I would highly recommend this course. Level 3 is a perfect way to explore and be introduced to TEFL, a great first step, with the option of taking Level 5 to gain more experience. However I do feel equipped to start my TEFL journey having completed this course.

Antoinette
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Value for money

The program content is relevant and topics covered are extensive enough to prepare one for teaching online and face to face. There’s also sufficient resources and support provided during and after the course. Also loved the fact that you can pace yourself according to your time and energy. Loved the videos incorporated as part of lessons and various exercises. The exercises made sure I paid attention during the lesson, and having the opportunity to go back and revise if I could not remember what the answer was.

What was the most nerve-racking moment and how did you overcome it?
Doing the assignments, really tested my imagination and creativity!
Pros
  • Relevant
  • Covers a wide spectrum of topics
  • Considers different learning environments, that is, well established and less established, even language differences.
Cons
  • Requires self discipline
  • Information can be overwhelming
  • Most live webinars/ YouTube tutorials were on Saturday, and this meant as a Sabbath observer I could only watch post the sessions.