Realizing My Aspirations

From day one, I felt like the entire Vantage team was devoted to realizing my aspirations of becoming a teacher. They covered everything I needed to feel comfortable in this uncertain career transition.

While I took the 20-unit coursebook online through their Combined Course, I was also allowed to attend their In-Class TEFL sessions. It’s the same coursebook for both TEFL programs, but the quality of the trainers—with their decades of experience—really augmented the curriculum.

My observed teaching practices were where I really became competent in the classroom. Teaching theory, through practical application, became the skill set I needed to be successful in the classroom.

My six practice classes spanned young, secondary-aged, and adult English learners—across different English proficiency levels.

Vantage’s course also had Thai cultural sessions which not only prepare you for life in Thailand but importantly, the “do’s and don’ts” to use in a Thai classroom.

Vantage also has a dedicated Jobs Coach. We had a Power Resume session that adapted my current CV to appeal to Thai employers in the education sector. There is a substantial difference between England and Thailand in regard to what they want on CVs so this was invaluable. Vantage also offered advice on location, and schools, and even recommended me to specific English education providers who place qualified teachers in scores of schools throughout the Kingdom.

My bottom line? Go with Vantage! Especially if you’re thinking about making a career teaching English.