The TEFL Academy

Program Reviews

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Johannes
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

The best certified TEFL

This certification covers all the up, to date topics that will prepare me to enter the workforce immediately after graduation and launch my career with ease.
The certificate program includes a range of topics such, as lesson planning techniques to phonetics study and English history to contemporary grammar concepts.
At Level 5 certification achieved I have the opportunity to explore parts of the world and experience the flexibility of working both within my home country and abroad.

In my opinion overall this is a spot, for learning. The quick technical help and educational answers make it a top choice.

Hey TTA I appreciate your help I wouldn't have been so sure, without you.

If you did this all over again, what's one thing you would change?
I would not change anything, do not fiddle to much with a good thing.
Pros
  • Great information.
  • Quick Educator support 24/7
Cons
  • Online practice class
  • Technical staff can be quicker to respond
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Khomotso
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

The course was well-structured, offering a solid balance of theory and practical application

I recently completed The TEFL Academy's Level 5 Combined Course, which includes a 168-hour online portion and 10 hours of face-to-face training, and it exceeded my expectations. The course was well-structured, offering a solid balance of theory and practical application, with flexible online study and valuable hands-on experience during the in-person sessions. The 168-hour online portion was comprehensive and flexible, allowing me to study at my own pace while providing in-depth resources on teaching methodology, grammar, and lesson planning. The tutors were supportive and provided detailed feedback, helping me feel well-prepared for the classroom. A highlight was the face-to-face training, where I gained confidence by practicing teaching in a real setting. Overall, this course is an excellent foundation for anyone pursuing a TEFL career.

What would you improve about this program?
I would have loved the face-to-face portion of the course to be extended over more than one day. It was a long day and although the lecturer made sure we were fully engaged throughout the day, I was exhausted by the end of the day. I also enjoyed interacting with other coursetakers and would have liked to spend another day with them.
Pros
  • The 168-hour online portion covers a wide range of topics, from lesson planning to teaching methodology, providing a strong foundation in TEFL.
  • The online component allows you to study at your own pace, making it suitable for those with busy schedules.
  • The 10-hour face-to-face training gives you practical teaching experience, helping build confidence and real-world skills.
Cons
  • While flexible, the 168 hours of coursework can be quite demanding for those balancing other responsibilities.
  • The 10-hour in-person training, though valuable, may feel too short for those who prefer more hands-on experience.
  • The online nature of the course means you need to be disciplined and self-motivated to stay on track without regular in-person guidance.
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Dominique
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Thanks TEFL

I initially was nervous about getting back into studying and especially since this was an online course. However I found the TEFL to be very straight forward and had lots of instructions and opportunities for help along the course. I found the interactive nature of the Powerpoints and different videos to be great - I didn't just feel like I was reading a never ending document.

Overall I thoroughly enjoyed the course and would recommend this to anyone looking to teach english in the future. Thank you!

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Yanusha
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Brilliant Online Course

The course was very informative and much more rigorous than I expected. It challenged me and really expanded my teaching knowledge. The course work is all relevant and practical to teaching, I am a primary school teacher with 16 years of experience, I wanted to do the course so I can expand my opportunities and I felt like it taught me alot. I would recommend this to other teachers, as it really exposes you to more modern teaching methods, as well as how to incorporate online fun activities into your classroom.

What is your advice to future travelers on this program?
Give it more time to go through the work, alot of it was so interesting but I rushed because I didn't plan myself better, but when I completed the course I went back and reread alot.
Pros
  • Online helps work around your schedule
  • The Saturday online class is on their page,so even of you miss it, you can go to their page and watch it at your convenience
  • The feedback is always constructive
Cons
  • The expiry time means you lose acess to all the information
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Faith
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Wonderful Experience

What a blessing it is to be able to access education worldwide! With TEFL I was able to complete my certification in canada! I was able to do it in my own time and at my own pace. I found that it was easy to stop and go as needed. This was a game changer in my shift of careers! Thank you for all the valuable content and the time it took to build the course! Now off to find some clients! The videos and interactive activities were very helpful to me as I am a visual, hands on learner. The web links to extra resources was helpful as well.

What was the most nerve-racking moment and how did you overcome it?
I struggle with grammar and as a preschool teacher I only have a basic knowledge of these things. I was stressed out when it asked me a bunch of short hand questions ( in other words it was just letters to mean something!) I gave it my best guess and passed lol! It was stressful and I over came it! I know I will never be using that section in my teaching but hey it might help someone!
Pros
  • Love the videos
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Elzé
4/5
Yes, I recommend this program

TEFL Academy’s Level 3 Online Course

I recently completed the TEFL Academy’s Level 3 Online Course and found it to be an exceptional learning experience. As someone with a background in BED Foundation Phase, I was pleasantly surprised to discover how much new and valuable information I gained. The course is incredibly informative and well-structured, providing insights and strategies that are both practical and engaging.

The interactive nature of the course kept me motivated and actively involved throughout. Additionally, the support from the tutors was outstanding; they were always available to assist with any questions or challenges. Overall, I highly recommend this course to anyone looking to deepen their understanding of teaching English as a foreign language.

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Caitlyn
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Excellent!

I loved my course through the TEFL academy! Their course content is interesting, the was they teach it adapts to many learning styles and their customer service is 10/10. I received feedback within 24 hours any time I had a query, and received personally adapted responses. I now use my course to teach English online. Accessing the content is easy to navigate and the templates are easy to use and adapt to your liking. They provide sufficient guidance with getting started in teaching outside of the course.

If you did this all over again, what's one thing you would change?
I would stop procrastinating, and get it done so I can start teaching faster.
Pros
  • Growth on knowledge of the English language.
  • Improvement of skills in technology.
  • Understanding teaching outside of the classroom.
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Megan
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Great course

I truly enjoyed my experience of doing my TEFL online Level three course. It was very engaging and fun but also really easy to do part time as someone that has a full time job. The staff were so helpful, kind and quick to respond to queries. I would recommend this course to anyone that would be a good fit or interested in teaching part-time. Even someone with no teaching degree that would like to start their adventure of becoming a part of other's English journey. I can’t wait to start as an online teacher!

What was the most nerve-racking moment and how did you overcome it?
Submitting my first assignment was very scary for me because I was not sure what to expect and it was my first assignment for this course, but it went really well and I got great feedback for my second assignment.
Pros
  • Easy platform to work on
  • Engaging content
  • Great tutors
Cons
  • Sometimes the questions would be a bit unclear
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Simoné
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

A whole new world awaits you!

As an experienced educator, I am passionate about continuous learning and professional development. The TEFL Academy enabled me to fulfill my aspiration of teaching English abroad. Their high-quality learning materials facilitated my acquisition of valuable knowledge and skills. The exceptional support provided by their knowledgeable and dedicated team ensured a seamless learning experience. I am confident that my TEFL certification from this esteemed institution positions me as a highly qualified professional in the international teaching arena.

If you did this all over again, what's one thing you would change?
To obtain a Level 5 certification, which is a common requirement for many positions, I would enroll in the Level 5 course.
Pros
  • Great support
  • Quality learning material
  • Excellent feedback
Cons
  • Sometimes difficult to understand instructions
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Alison
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Excited 😊

I've been working in the banking industry for 21 years and this is a new endeavor for me. I am pleased and grateful for the guidance received to complete my assignments. It was challenging for me as I'm new to this field of study. The content of the course was detailed and simple enough to understand. Now it's time for me to brighten up a class online with students who are eager to learn English. I would encourage thise out there who wants to get proper education for TEFL to study through TEFL Academy. They are very thorough.
Thank you!

If you did this all over again, what's one thing you would change?
I would change my habit to leave things for the last minute. As well as study 1 week and leave 1 one week of studying.
Pros
  • Elevated my thinking
  • Creativity
  • Keeps you searching
Cons
  • Studying on my own
  • Doubting myself
  • Procrastination