The TEFL Academy

The TEFL Academy Reviews

Lina
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Online Level 3 TEFL Course

The course in general was very engaging. Things that I didn’t even think I would need to touch on were involved and aspects that I feared wouldn’t be expanded, fortunately were. I have no complaints about my time with TTA and it’s Level 3 course. The tutors were super helpful and the support was impeccable. Whenever I needed a question answered or something double checked, I was met with a useful answer within the next 24 hours. I was very happy during the duration of the course and am excited to use content!

Rachel
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

TEFL Academy level 5 168hour course

I have learnt so much doing this course. I started at the beginning of the year and unfortunately had a few distractions so it took me a bit longer to complete it, however it was so worth it. I know feel so confident going into a new job teaching English overseas and I feel that I can always rely on the TEFL Academy to guide me in future endeavours. I was able to step out of my comfort zone and learn new ways of teaching and surprise myself by being creative. I would recommend this course for everyone as I think it is a great certificate to have if you ever want to try something new or travel. I can’t wait to use what I have learnt in my career going forward.

Pros
  • Great asset if you want to teach English overseas
  • Meet new people
  • Many discounts available throughout the year
What other participants should know
  • It took a bit long
  • Expensive for students
  • Can be difficult for non English speaking people
ellese
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

TEFL level 5 online course

Had a great experience with the TEFL Academy. Assessments were marked quickly and feedback was always helpful. The assessors provided helpful points after each assessment to improve my work. I also found the tests after each module to be a great recap of all the knowledge learned. The website was user friendly and had no trouble accessing the content. Every module had clear and concise information and I feel well prepared to become a TEFL teacher. Useful links were provided for all topics for further reading. Great experience with the TEFL academy all round.

Pros
  • Content
  • User friendly interface
  • Quick and helpful feedback
Tashique
4/5
Yes, I recommend this program

TEFL Level 5 (168) Hour Review

The site was very easy to navigate. The units were adequately broken down and there were quick links to the side in order to access the different topics under each section. The information was relevant and the course was very interactive. I liked the inclusion of the additional reading material section. This allowed you to do further reading if you are interested. The end-of-unit tests were very good for revision and required you to have aa thorough grasp of the unit. The assignments provided sufficient challenge and the tutors responded in good time.

Pros
  • Excellent GUI
  • Credible Information
  • Quick response from tutors
Stanley
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Rigorous and worthwhile

I selected The TEFL Academy because the content looked detailed, well-written and useful. When assessing a variety of courses, I looked at sample content and realized that I preferred self-paced textual content over an audio-based course. I thought that the cost of this course was reasonable and I'm glad that I selected this one. The tutor support was excellent, with very useful feedback, with quick turn-around. The material is clearly written and very practical and instructive. The course also supplies many links to other resources, so that one can expand one's knowledge outside of the boundaries of their course, and get to know what a wide range of experts are thinking about teaching. There are three very big assignments which solidify one's teaching ability, but take effort to complete.

Pros
  • Thorough.
  • Rigorous.
What other participants should know
  • Takes time and effort to complete.
Callie
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Good Course, Learned A Lot, Some Assignments Too Complex/Challenging

The content of the course was actually very helpful and I felt like I was learning a lot. However, the first assignment where you are planning a lesson felt a little too complex given what we had been taught, and the guides we were given. The content considered online courses and in person courses, so I felt like it was current and up to date with the work/learn from home environment. There were many different ways to learn - videos, downloadable PDFs, transcripts, etc., so it felt very accessible. Overall, I felt like I learned a lot and it wasn't too complicated.

Pros
  • content of the course was very helpful
  • Website was easy to navigate
  • Felt very current
What other participants should know
  • assignment where you are planning a lesson felt a little too complex given what we had been taught, and the guides we were given
Nicola
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Wonderful experience and guidance

The support and feed back was good. You could work at your own pace and on your own time. The materials provided were really interesting and engaging. The feedback given on the assignments is so helpful and and detailed that it makes you feel proud of your work that you submit. The information and help they provide you with once completing the course is so comforting and gives you the confidence to go on and find a job or students. You don’t feel like you are on your own when studying this course.

Pros
  • A good option for in between careers
  • Allows you to move locations
  • Work on your own time
What other participants should know
  • It’s a pretty saturated field
Carly
4/5
Yes, I recommend this program

TEFL Academy Level 5 Combined Course

This course was very well put together, very well thought out and organised. This level 5 course was put in great detail. For someone with no teaching degree or teaching experience, this course brought out teaching capabilities I did not think I had. With the 20 hour, face to face part of this course, it really helped me to recognise how teaching could come so naturally to me. The materials are there to constantly go over when needed. When help is needed, they are easy and fast to reach. Quality.

Pros
  • Materials are accessed when needed.
  • More than enough time to complete this course.
  • Tips for finding a job is needed.
What other participants should know
  • Can get a bit overwhelming.
  • Sometimes there are grammar mistakes.
  • Assignments can be confusing at first.
Samantha
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

The TTA TEFL Level 5 course is Excellent

I recently completed the TTA TEFL combined level 5 course and I had an amazing experience! The course is very well put together and I defenitely learned a lot! I truly believe that I have also improved myself as a person throughout this course. I thoroughly enjoyed all the units since they were very well explained and the website is well built, and easily guided me through my learning. I highly recommend this course to anyone who wants to improve themselves or open up opportunities for themselves.

Pros
  • Online (distance)
  • Part-time
  • Creates opportunities
What other participants should know
  • Online (you'll need good internet and a computer)
Cassandra
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

The TEFL Academy: A good choice.

I've learned a lot of valuable information that played a large role in my getting a job shortly after qualifying. I would happily go back to the TEFL Academy to further my studies with their more specialised programs, such as teaching Business English. Their weekly webinars have also been incredibly helpful and informative. Their student support wastes no time in responding to any questions a student may have and are incredibly helpful. Can only hope that they add more courses to their program. Overall, I thoroughly enjoyed the course and learned a lot. I was also able to see where my own weak points in the English language were and where I need to improve as a teacher.

Pros
  • Very informative
  • In depth explanation
  • Assignments and tests that help to track progress
What other participants should know
  • Needs to add more courses such as IELTS
  • There is no information on helping students with learning disabilities