The TEFL Academy

Program Reviews

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Dallas
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Easy work through, supportive staff

There were no deficiencies, I was able to achieve what I set out to do given the platform provided. The TEFL course provided a comprehensive introduction to teaching English as a foreign language. It covered essential topics like lesson planning, classroom management, and language assessment. The interactive modules and practical assignments were particularly valuable for gaining hands-on experience. Highly recommended for aspiring teachers! Make sure you complete the face to face lesson plan before completely before duplicating it and starting the online lesson plan!

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Esmare
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Level 5 TEFL course

I recently completed my level 5 TEFL course and this course is definitely worth the money.
Enough time and resources are provided to pass this course, relevant and helpful feedback also gets given after you complete assignments. It was fun and interactive to complete. It is challenging but with all resources provided you can definitely make a success of this course. This course was amazing compared to other online courses, I would definitely recommend this course to everyone who has an interest in teaching English online or abroad.

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Lynette
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Professional qualification at a great price

After 28 years of TESOL teaching, I recently enrolled at The TEFL Academy for a refresher certificate. What a wonderfully enriching experience! Their guidelines, support, and comprehensive course materials made for a seamless and rewarding learning process. I was really impressed by their prompt feedback and assessment. Within a couple of weeks after completion, I had both electronic and hard copies of my internationally accredited certificate. Impressive and highly recommended. It is certainly ideal for new teachers!

What would you improve about this program?
Whereas there is almost nothing to fault about this course, I'd have loved for prospective teachers to have more interaction time during the 10-hour face-to-face session. More time for teachers to collaborate and less Trainer Talk Time.
Pros
  • Excellent online material
  • User-friendly with great support
  • Fast constructive feedback
Cons
  • A bit more practice during the face-to-face
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Mariangel
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Excellent option to get a TEFL certificate

I recently completed the Level 5 TEFL Certificate online course from The TEFL Academy, and I couldn't be happier with my experience. From the beginning, the course material was well-organized and easy to navigate. Each module was packed with comprehensive information, covering essential topics such as lesson planning, classroom management, and language skills. The interactive activities and quizzes helped reinforce my understanding and made learning enjoyable.

The flexibility of the online format was a significant advantage for me. As someone with a busy schedule, I appreciated being able to study at my own pace and fit the coursework around my other commitments. The course also included plenty of practical examples and real-life teaching scenarios, which I found extremely valuable.

The Level 5 certification is internationally recognized, and I have already started applying for teaching positions abroad. Overall, I highly recommend The TEFL Academy's Level 5 TEFL Certificate online course to anyone looking to pursue a career in ESL teaching.

Pros
  • The course offers a well-rounded curriculum that covers all essential aspects of teaching English as a foreign language, including lesson planning, classroom management, and language skills.
  • The tutors provide timely and detailed feedback, ensuring that students receive the guidance and encouragement they need to succeed.
  • The online platform is easy to navigate and allows students to study at their own pace, making it ideal for those with busy schedules or other commitments.
Cons
  • The assignments and course material can be demanding, requiring significant time and effort to complete, which might be challenging for those with other commitments.
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Danet
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Online TEFL Level 5 review by a qualified linguist

As a linguist, with my Master's in Applied Linguistics, I felt that this course was comprehensive, it covered the aspects of what we understand about language acquisition - that is promoting a communicative approach throughout - so it can better assist EFL teachers and their students in meeting their language goals. It covered phonetics, matters of diversity (dealing with other cultures) how to prepare for a lesson, and dealing with potentially difficult situations in the classroom and with parents. The course was somewhat challenging, but doable for anyone wanting to do this course. I enjoyed it!

What is your advice to future travelers on this program?
Take it step by step, and do not feel overwhelmed, you are more than capable of completing this course!
Pros
  • Quality Content
  • Comprehensive
  • Great structured course
Cons
  • Does not cover relevant technical skills
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Nadia
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Amazing course

The course was fully detailed with all the essential knowledge and the end-of-unit tests were suitable in testing what we have learned. The online support was punctual and amazing a lot of help was given during the assignment stages. I thoroughly enjoyed the course and am sure the prospects are great once the course is finished help is provided to prepare a CV and cover letters.

What was the most nerve-racking moment and how did you overcome it?
Doing the assignments
Pros
  • Templates available to use
  • Enough content on course to follow
Cons
  • Unable to determine what you expect and what examiners expect we know of the target student knowledge of the language when designing actovites
  • Some modules were too long
  • On feedback on assignment you can’t understand why the examiners don’t accept your answer as correct why
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Simone
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Rewarding learning experience

My experience with The TEFL Academy was exceptional due to its outstanding support and professional approach. Their comprehensive resources, interactive support system, and commitment to quality made the journey smooth and enriching, perfectly aligning with my educational goals. The TEFL Academy stays current with the latest teaching methodologies and industry standards, supported by a friendly, motivating staff dedicated to ensuring student success in their TEFL journey. Their proactive approach fosters a positive learning environment.

Pros
  • Outstanding Support Platform
  • Comprehensive Resources
  • Professional and Friendly Staff
Cons
  • Limited real-time interaction
  • Time Management Challenges
  • Failing myself, giving up
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Fen
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

For the assignments

I was little frustrated when I know I had to complete two assignments alone. However, it turned out a straightforward task to do if you had take the lessons seriously. Each lesson is well organized and presented. You may want to make some notes that you think it’s important. I‘ve made pages of notes and they were absolutely useful for the quizzes.
The exemplars of assignments are truly helpful and instructions are quite clear as well. Do follow the introductions carefully and double check before you submit the assessments.

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Areefa
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Level 5 Course with The TEFL Academy

I chose to enter this new era even though I was a much more senior student. I was intimidated at first but gradually settled in The modules and formats were user friendly and easy to navigate. I loved how there was a test of knowledge after each module. Their student support staff really impressed me; they were always available, gave me encouraging feedback, and promptly responded to any questions I had. I would recommend the TEFL Academy level 5 course to anyone looking to enroll in one.it was an incredible experience working with them.

What was the most nerve-racking moment and how did you overcome it?
The Assignments were, I would say, the most nerve-wracking moments. I must admit, I wanted to give up when I saw the context of the assignments. But I overcame my fear and persisted through with the TEFL Academy's student support team's assurances and assistance. It was an amazing experience and I am glad i made the decision to work with the TEFL Academy.
Pros
  • Challenge
  • New area
  • New opportunities
Cons
  • daunting
  • challenging
  • less time
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Angélica
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Learning to be a teacher

This has been a unique experience and I'm thankful for it because being able to speak in English and being able to teach English are two different things. I learned how to share my knowledge to other people, which is very important since the public education system of my country is deficient and students have to take private lessons. My message to people is: English is a lifestyle. Thanks to this course, teaching English becomes a fun and interesting experience for our future students instead of something boring.

What would you improve about this program?
I would improve the way the content is displayed on the website or how it is organized because some lessons seemed too long and others too short and I didn't know if I could complete the program on time
Pros
  • Complete information
  • Multimedia
  • Examples and cases
Cons
  • How content is displayed
  • Web design
  • Different length of lessons