The TEFL Academy

Program Reviews

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David
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Level 3 TEFL (Online)

I found the Level 3 online certificate with the TEFL Academy a thoroughly enjoyable and worthwhile investment. The course gives real-life relevant examples and works through all the key factors in the daily work of a TEFL teacher. It is broken down into blocks that make it a lot more manageable, and being able to go at your own pace means that you can fit it around your working/study schedule with a lot of flexibility. The assignments are well-structured and graded quickly with detailed feedback to help you going forward in your career. I feel a lot more confident applying for TEFL positions now with this experience under my belt!

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Caleb
4/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Beneficial

I found this course to be very helpful. Mainly because my boss offers a raise to anyone who has a TEFL certificate. The website changed towards the end of my study period and that was pretty annoying. In my teaching experience I have never focused on pronunciation. I never even learned the fancy chart with all the sounds on it. So it was nice to study all of those sounds for the first time and I think that I am a better teacher because of it.
Overall I liked the course and found the info pretty helpful.

What was your funniest moment?
Seeing how much yall stress pronunciation.
Pros
  • Easy
  • Short
  • Clear instructions
Cons
  • Website changed
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Deborah
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

An Engaging TEFL Course with Room for Improvement

I recently completed an online TEFL course, which I found enlightening, especially as a retired teacher. The course content was engaging and insightful, offering valuable techniques for teaching English. However, I encountered a few challenges: the course felt rushed, and extending it would allow more time for research on assignments. Additionally, structuring it into elementary, intermediate, and advanced levels would enable learners to follow their preferred stream and build a more tailored skill set. Overall, a rewarding experience with room for improvement.

What was the most nerve-racking moment and how did you overcome it?
The most nerve-wracking moment was facing the first assignment. As a retired teacher, stepping back into the role of a student was both exciting and daunting. I questioned if I still had the skills to take on new methods and technology. The only way to overcome the nerves was to simply dive in and start. Once I began, I found myself reconnecting with the learning process and adapting with ease. Each step forward built my confidence, reminding me that it’s never too late to grow and learn, even as a seasoned educator.
Pros
  • Comprehensive Content – The course covers a wide range of topics, providing a strong foundation in TEFL principles and practices.
  • Flexible Learning Pace – Ideal for retired teachers or busy individuals, as the self-paced format allows for gradual progress.
  • Practical Assignments – Each assignment offers hands-on experience, helping you apply what you've learned directly to teaching scenarios.
Cons
  • Limited Course Duration – The course could benefit from a longer timeline to allow for deeper exploration.
  • Lack of Progression Levels – A tiered structure (elementary, intermediate, advanced) would make it easier to follow a preferred skill level.
  • Minimal Peer Interaction – Without group activities, the course lacks opportunities for networking or collaborative learning.
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Brandon
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Very detailed

The course is extensive and highly detailed offering many opportunities to practice, learn, and grow as a teacher. The course focuses heavily on your abilities and understanding of the process of teaching English in the classroom; whether that is online or in-person. I personally found the courses resource to be invaluable. If you are planning to learn how to teach English as second language I believe that this course should be a requirement to take you to the next level in your teaching. I was already teaching before I started the course and I now feel far more equipped to tackle the world of teaching English as a foreign language.

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Joy Salome
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Insiteful and worth every minute!

The Level 3 online TEFL course was an eye-opening experience that gave me useful language-teaching skills. My understanding of the methods required to successfully teach English to a diverse student body was widened by the combination of theory and the numerous quizzes and interactive sessions. The online approach was entertaining and convenient because it was rigorous but flexible. By the end of the course, I had a firm grasp of classroom organization and language teaching techniques and felt ready and confident enough to design engaging and relevant lessons.

What was the most nerve-racking moment and how did you overcome it?
The assignments felt impossible. At first glance, I thought I would have to resubmit them but after adequate research and going over my notes, I was able to pass both assignments on my first attempt!
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Nuraan
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

I enjoyed the course

I recently completed the 120-hour TEFL certification course with TEFL Academy and I really enjoyed myself.
The self-paced/ flexibility of the course was amazing, the course covered everything that I need to start teaching. The different learning methods was good, I enjoyed the video lessons
TEFL Academy has exceeded my expectations and I highly recommend TEFL Academy to anyone looking to upskill their career opportunities and looking for flexibility.
The tutor support was nothing g short of amazing.

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Svetlana
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

A clear and engaging TEFL course

Completing The TEFL Academy Level 3 online course was a pleasant and informative experience. Before I started the course, I had a lot of questions and reasons to be anxious about starting to teach English. After completing, I can say that most of my questions have been answered just by the content of the course, and now I am much more confident about teaching. The units presented in this course are filled with detailed and up-to-date information about teaching all kinds of English skills. To finish the course, I had to complete two assignments that were designed to assess how well I can apply the new knowledge for planning my own lessons and creating teaching materials. The assignments were the most challenging but also the most valuable part of the course for me. The feedback for them was pretty fast and helpful. The website is easy to navigate intuitively, but they also give you a guide in the beginning.
Overall, The TEFL Academy is a great choice for getting your TEFL certification and stepping into the English teaching world.

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Lavib
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Amazing, Articulate and Accurate

These 3 words summarise my experience with TEFL Academy as I feel amazed with the content provided and how supportive the staff has been. This engagement with the course and its staff has enabled me to have a comforting and stimulating experience.

The content has been so articulate and conveyed clearly that I feel confident with the knowledge I have attained from the TEFL course not just that but the accuracy presented throughout the whole course has provided me with a sharp mindset and has me excited to step out on my journey in TEFL.

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Umar Ahimbisibwe
4/5
Yes, I recommend this program

My TEFL experience

I was influenced by close family to complete the TEFL course and was hesitant at first but after a few units i truly understood that this will be beneficial for myself, the 10 hour practical was amazingly refreshing and motivating our instructor was helpful and very engaging, the other students all eased out of their shell and the environment lightened up. My journey through the 10 units felt expansive and did not feel repetitive at all, the assignments were quite challenging but the tutor support help a lot.

What was the most nerve-racking moment and how did you overcome it?
I had to resubmit my assignment because i mistakenly duplicated a paragraph of an essay.
Pros
  • New knowledge that can open up great opportunities
  • The 10 hour practical was amzing
  • The tutor support were always on standby
Cons
  • Log in technical issues
  • E learning Website technical issue
  • Technical support delay
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Olivia
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Wonderful Option for Learning Online

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