Program Reviews

I completed my TEFL course summer of 2016 and I absolutely loved every moment. The staff were all amazing in their own way. Each and every one was so supportive and enthusiastic which made learning so enjoyable. One of the best experiences was being taken to a Nursery and having the opportunity to teach the youngsters! I remember the staff at the nursery asking if any of us wanted to work there (we had not even finished our training by that point)! I learnt so much more than I ever imagined and I would do it all over again. I would recommend any one to complete their training here! I cannot deny that it requires dedication and hard work but it is all worth it.

My experience has been really unique
I have been teaching English for 15 years different levels ,different ages.Then I ve decided to refresh and to renew my teaching methods and move toward teaching abroad.After two years of research for the suitable TEFL centre nearby my country...and with the assistance of Mrs Jennifer Collins one of the great councler to whom I owe so much for guiding me and giving the right address via lingua Kent centre in Istanbul ,I ve found my way to realize my dream .get TEFL certificate as well as to get new family ..Kent centre staff who have been so kind and nice whenever needed ..starting from printing ..hand outs materials.. preparing classes... for teaching and here I should say thanks a lot for OZGUE . MUSLUME. . Very special thanks for my trainers who have been very very helpful Mr Ismail ,Mrs Bilge.,Mr Cem. Mrs Hande for devoting us all their efforts and time during the whole month day and night ..be it at the beginning when first introduced to methodologies ..or else later on as teachers observed,severely sometimes yet well evaluated and here I won t forget to thank so much my dear Turkish learners who have been of great boost to help manage it successfully.
As for jobs, I should say that we have been introduced to centres and provided with all the necessary details about them ...actually some of my dear friends, whom we ve become so close as one family , have started teaching immediately by the end of the course..
I would strongly recommend Kent centre to whoever is fond of English teaching looking for a unique experience helpful staff ..and be great international EFL teacher.
Many thanks for giving me this opportunity to share with you my experience .. that am happy to talk about ..endlessly and nt waiting for any kind of scholar ship or else ..good luck for all the coming TEFL trainees.
Again Thanks a lot my Great Kent Trainers.

Via Lingua TEFL course is held and sponsored by Kent English at Kadıköy, Istanbul (also representing The International TEFL Academy in the US). The location is very convenient, right at the Bahariye Tram stop. There's everything you need around you as it's in the middle of the market.

This was a 4-week intensive course, it's basically from 9am-6pm with a 1 hour lunch time. The atmosphere is very comfortable, and staff are very friendly and supportive. Mentors are well trained individuals, and know exactly what they're doing. During the course, you get 6 hours of teaching practices where you teach actual students (very nice, friendly and lovely students) who always come to this course for the teaching practices, making things a lot easier for you (the trainee).

When the course is complete, you are welcome to use the computers at the center and borrow some of their teaching materials.

I would highly recommend this TEFL course with Via Lingua, at Kent English, to anyone who wishes to get his TEFL certificate on-site, in Istanbul.

I am so happy that I took the TEFL course in Crete with Maria. She is an excellent teacher and very supportive. She was always available to answer questions about the class, and also very helpful with advice/suggestions during my time in Chania.

It was beneficial to have hands on teaching time. The Greek students were so friendly and appreciative for the lessons, and the feedback from the instructor after each lesson was great. The feedback was encouraging, but also critical which is necessary for continual improvement.

Halfway through the course it really started to feel intensive! Class time, lesson prepping and the teaching keeps you busy! I don't have a teaching background, so a lot of what I was learning was new and interesting. I really enjoyed it. Just stay focused and organized.

I had so much fun exploring Chania. The Old Harbor is beautiful, full of life and amazing food.

Having the TEFL certificate will be helpful if I choose to teach English abroad in the future. There are so many possibilities!

Crete is the most amazing setting to earn a certification that opens your marketing potential to an entire world -- and I can think of no better teacher than Maria to have supported me throughout this journey! This program offers hands on experience and practice teaching Greek students English so students are able to apply everything they learn, and with Maria's support, nothing feels overwhelming! ...And in between/before/after lessons is always a great time to take a break at the stunning beaches! :) also the food is to die for. Cant recommend highly enough !

I completed my TEFL course in May/June 2016. All of the staff were extremely welcoming and approachable, and were available to assist us on any aspect of the course. Although the quality of the course materials was not excellent, the staff were able to utilise their expertise to deliver excellent lessons. The course itself is quite packed (as you have to plan lessons, complete assignments, revise for exams, etc) so you will have to manage your time well if you want to be successful on the course.
Furthermore, the location of the centre was great - approximately a 10 minute walk from the hostel in which I stayed during the completion of the course.
I would recommend this course to anyone looking to teach English abroad. There are other courses available with more recognised qualifications for which you have to pay a little bit more, and I would recommend this if you are serious about Teaching English as a Foreign language.

I'd like to say many thanks to Via Lingua!
I had the best studying experience ever!
It is my 100% real review and I write it becouse I want more people to study there!
It was perfect assistance and guidance during all the course!
Course was interesting and full of useful information!
I enjoyed teaching practices a lot!
Many thanks to all the teachers!
Highly recommend Via Lingua in Istanbul and CTEFL!!!
It was really helpful and I found job easily!
Thank you Ismail!!

I can honestly say that taking this TEFL course has greatly impacted my life in a positive way. This intensive course provided me with the knowledge and skills I needed to know to become a successful TEFL teacher. The instructors were very knowledgeable, supportive, encouraging, and fun; they actually care if you succeed and are cheering for you every step of the way.

Chaina is a beautiful location with many things to see and do. The food is AMAZING; I never had a bad meal my entire time in Greece. And to top it off, Greek people are some of the friendliest and most welcoming people I have ever come across. It's so easy to feel at home here, I couldn't have asked for a better place to take my TEFL course.

Taking this course has changed my life. I obtained a job in Japan directly after the course and I am currently on my way to obtaining a job in Korea. Not only has this course opened so many opportunities for me but it has also given me the tools and confidence to succeed where ever I go.

To anyone who is still doubting whether or not to take this course, I say just do it! It's an amazing experience that I am so lucky to have.

I took this course in October 2009 and it kick-started what has been an incredibly satisfying career in Teaching English as a Foreign Language. My first teaching job would have been much more difficult without the knowledge and skills I gained in this course. The instructors were very knowledgeable and supportive and the classes were very interactive. I made some great friends through the course and even met up with one classmate in Hanoi, Vietnam a couple of years ago.

Chania is a stunningly beautiful town and the island of Crete is one of my favorite places in the world. There are countless places to explore and the food is truly to die for. I'll never forget the meals and drinks looking out across the harbor and enjoying a dip in the sea after class. You couldn't ask for a better setting to take a TEFL course.

I can truly say that this course changed my life. While I knew I wanted to teach English, I had no real qualification or experience and having this certificate has opened up many job opportunities around the world. I have now taught in 5 countries across 3 continents and have currently moved into an administrative position at one of the top private schools in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. I am preparing to get married and can't imagine leaving the field of education so yeah, this course was pretty important in determining the direction of my life.

I thought about leaving the US to teach for many years before I finally took the plunge and that was undoubtedly the best decision I've ever made. If you're considering this course, stop thinking and do it now!

Maria is a wonderful, supportive, and inspiring instructor, and Chania is absolutely gorgeous. I earned my TEFL certificate here a few years ago. Maria put me in touch with a former graduate of her program who was teaching in Istanbul at the time, and this former student helped my get a job where he was teaching. I lived in Turkey for a year and had the most wonderful incredible adventure doing it.

Nowadays, I no longer teach ESL, but I may again in the future. My teaching experience redirected my career in a positive way, and through these changes I met my Austrian now-wife. It's funny how sometimes you can trace some of the most important, impactful occurrences back to one event, and Maria's TEFL course in Crete really started a wonderful ripple effect for me.

I went back to Chania on my honeymoon recently, and Maria and the island are as lovely as I remember them. If you're thinking about doing something exciting and different, just go for it. You won't regret it.