Location
Multiple Locations +3
  • Thailand
    • Bangkok
  • China
    • Chengdu
  • Online
Length
120 hours
Training Type
ClassroomOnline

Program Details

Teaching Practicum
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Certifications
Online TEFL Online TESOL TEFL TEFL (Hybrid) TESOL
Housing
Apartment Hotel
Age Min.
18

Pricing

Starting Price
995
Price Details
No one pays full price at Vantage. We have special deals for Early Bird, Super Early Bird, and Group Packages.
What's Included
Activities Some Activities Wifi
What's Not Included
Accommodation Airfare Meals Transportation
Jan 21, 2025
May 16, 2025
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About Program

Vantage is an American accredited, internationally recognized, and validated by Lamar University (Texas, USA).

Thailand’s highest-rated TEFL program, established in 2007, offers two TEFL certification programs.

The in-Class Course is given onsite over four weeks. This includes six hours of observed teaching practices (OTP).

The Combined Hybrid Course is where you study teaching methodologies online first and then complete your OTPs in a real school.

All Vantage courses include a full practicum of six observed teaching practices with non-English speaking students in real classrooms.

Vantage provides lifetime job support. They will craft your own Power Resume, formulate a personal job search strategy, and coach you on interviewing techniques. Vantage alumni are working in Thailand, throughout Asia, and around the world.

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Program Highlights

  • Vantage won #1 in Instruction, Support & Job Assistance in the worldwide 2022 Community Choice Awards.
  • 4-Week, 120-hour, In-Class TEFL Training Course in Bangkok - Visa Assistance - 6 Job Support – Six Observed Teaching Practices in Real Schools -
  • Provide lifelong job support. They have partnerships with leading Thai English education providers that place hundreds of teachers in prestigious Thai schools every year.
  • Vantage’s Hybrid Combined Course—a blend of online study + observed teaching practice in real classrooms—was named #1 in “The 9 Best Online TEFL Courses.”
  • A TEFL Treasure Trove of information.

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Program Reviews

4.99 Rating
based on 184 reviews
  • 5 rating 99.46%
  • 4 rating 0.54%
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  • Instruction 5
  • Support 5
  • Value 5
  • Academic Rigor 4.95
  • Job Assistance 5
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Pete
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Beyond My Expectations

I just graduated from Vantage’s TEFL course in Bangkok.

We were trained by superb instructors which far exceeded my expectations. The 20-unit curriculum covered both theoretical teaching theories and practical classroom techniques. Vantage’s trainers guided me every step of the way.

For me, Vantage’s observed teaching practices were a highlight of the course. Their emphasis on lesson planning, classroom management, and teaching methodologies gave me the confidence to be successful in the classroom. The feedback I got back from the trainers made me better after each session.

My Vantage TEFL training was a fantastic investment into my future career as an English teacher.

I recommend Vantage’s quality program without reservation.

44 people found this review helpful.
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Sam
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Great Teacher Training Course

I just completed Vantage’s TEFL certification course. The program was well-structured and provided everything I needed to feel confident as a teacher.

One of my favorite parts of the course was the observed teaching practices. I got great feedback after each practice session, and my confidence and success grew almost daily. My trainers offered practical guidance, which made my transition to teaching highly effective.

Vntage’s instructors were knowledgeable and always supportive. Even though the course covered a lot of ground, it was also engaging and always enjoyable. As a native English speaker, the course challenged me and helped me understand my language in new ways I hadn’t realized before.

I highly recommend Vantage to anyone looking to start or advance their teaching journey!

61 people found this review helpful.
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Robi
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Essential Teacher Training

I heartily recommend Vantage’s TEFL certification course. It was a very positive experience, and it provided me with the essential training I needed to prepare for teaching English to speakers of other languages.

The course was divided into separate modules that covered everything from teaching methodology and classroom management to grammar and, probably most important, lesson planning.

I learned a lot about the challenges English learners face and effective teaching strategies to help them acquire a second language. I also learned techniques for assessing different proficiency levels and engaging different age groups.

My favorite part of the course was the observed teaching practices. I got great feedback after each of my six practice sessions—suggestions that help build my confidence with each subsequent class.

Vantage guided me each step of the way and their feedback was detailed, which helped me develop my teaching skills. I am now prepared to teach anyone, anywhere.

Vantage also provided extensive job support. There were classes on resume building, interview tips, and how to find good TEFL teaching jobs.

I highly recommend Vantage to anyone who wants to start a career teaching English. It provided me with a solid foundation, and the skills to be successful in the classroom. I couldn’t ask for more

44 people found this review helpful.
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Cathy
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Top of Your List

I recently completed Vantge’s TEFL certification course and wanted to share my thoughts on the experience. Overall, it was a very positive and enriching journey that has prepared me well for teaching English to non-native speakers.

The course I took was 120 hours long—the standard for TEFL certification. It was divided into several modules covering everything from teaching methodology and classroom management to grammar and lesson planning.

I learned a lot about the principles of language acquisition, the challenges learners face, and effective teaching strategies. The course also included valuable tips on teaching different age groups and proficiency levels. I particularly liked the focus on teaching techniques that promote student engagement and communication, as these are key for language learning.

Vantage was excellent in the practical teaching sessions. I got great feedback after each of my six practice classes. This part of the course was essential in building my confidence in front of students. My trainers’ guidance was detailed and always included suggestions for improvement, which helped me refine my teaching skills. I am now prepared to manage a classroom after these sessions.

A huge benefit of this TEFL course was the career support provided at the end. There were workshops on resume building, interview tips, and how to find TEFL jobs abroad or online. The course provider also had partnerships with schools, which helped me start my job search with some good leads.

I highly recommend Vantage to anyone serious about teaching English abroad. It provided me with a solid foundation, and the skills to be successful in the classroom. If you’re passionate about teaching and want a rewarding career helping others learn English, this course should be top of your list!

45 people found this review helpful.
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Greg
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Practice Makes Perfect

I recently completed Vantage’s 120-hour TEFL course that included a strong emphasis on practice teaching. The course was well-structured, combining theory with hands-on practical teaching experience, which made it both highly engaging and effective.

The course covered all the essential areas for teaching English as a foreign language, including:
• Language skills (speaking, listening, reading, writing)
• Grammar and vocabulary instruction
• Classroom management techniques
• Lesson planning and development
• Teaching different age groups and proficiency levels

For me, the standout feature of Vantage was the practice teaching component in a real-world application. I taught lessons to groups of kids to adult learners and was able to apply all the teaching techniques I learned in the course.

After each observed teaching practice session, I received excellent feedback, which was incredibly helpful in developing my teaching style and my classroom management skills.

The practice teaching was a great confidence booster. Before the sessions, I was nervous about managing a real class, but the hands-on experience helped me become more comfortable and effective in front of students.

I highly recommend Vantage TEFL for anyone serious about becoming an English teacher. The practice teaching component, in particular, sets it apart from other courses, giving you the chance to apply your knowledge in a real-world setting. It’s an excellent way to gain practical experience and be successful in the classroom.

59 people found this review helpful.
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Heera
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

A Friend's Recommendation

A close friend told me all about Vantage’s TEFL course. She said it was the best TEFL course available iin Thailand and gave her both the training and the Thai cultural orientation she needed to lauanch her teaching career here.

My favorate part of the course were the six observed teaching practices I did both in a foundation and a primary school. I first learned how to formulate effective lesson plans and execute them well to real non-English speaking students.

It really boosted the development of my teaching skills. I grew more confident after each class.

But it didn’t stop there. Vantage have great job assistant services too. They have their own dedicated job coach. I learned how to create a “Power Resume” which has helped me stand out and I am now getting several job interviews.

Chris, Kevin and Ryan—the Vantage training team—are resourceful, engaging and have decades of experience in the educational sector.

I really enjoyed the course, had a lot of fun, and simultaneously attained knowledge and experiences.

If you want to start a new career as a teacher, Vantage TEFL Certification is the place!

52 people found this review helpful.
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Dakota
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Awesome TEFL Training

I recently took Vantage TEFL's 4-week TEFL certification course in Bangkok.

I’m really glad that I chose the In-Class course, which is done 100% in person because I was able to ask questions and receive feedback throughout my TEFL studies.

As a native English speaker, I was challenged in this course (I had forgotten a lot of the grammar), but teacher Chris provided fantastic feedback and instruction throughout. He also covered teaching aspects that aren’t in the book—taken from his three decades of experience teaching in Thailand.

My favorite part of the course was the “Observed Teaching Practices” Not only was it fun, but I also learned the most about how I taught and the areas where I needed to improve. Vantage likes to say that new teachers are born in the classroom and now I understand why.

Kevin is Vantage’s Jobs Coach and he was an excellent resource for designing a powerful resume and connecting to my teaching options here in Bangkok. Vantage even found me a full-time contract position even before I graduated. Wow! What can I say?

If you are looking for a new career in education, I highly recommend contacting the team at Vantage.

49 people found this review helpful.
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K.
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Five Star School!

I just finished my Bangkok-based TEFL In-Class course.

If you’re looking to get your TEFL certification and work abroad, these are the guys you should be talking to. The Vantage team of instructors—Chris, Kevin, and Ryan are incredible trainers. I learned so much from them!

Chris was the lead trainer. His knowledge of English is impeccable. Chris’ lessons were never boring. They were interesting, straightforward, and always engaging. He has a way of making mundane subjects entertaining and enlightening with real-life examples that always piqued my interest. The time flew by as we were so happily immersed in becoming effective teachers.

This TEFL course is comprehensive. We learned how to formulate fail-proof lesson plans that made for successful classes. We taught various age groups. The feedback I got after each observed teaching practice helped boost my confidence, gave me invaluable experience, and developed the skillset I need to be successful in the classroom.
On the professional side, I was offered a job and secured a placement even before the course ended!

Kevin is Vantage’s Jobs Coach and he played a huge role in helping me find a job. His résumé creation and interview prep lessons were spot on—he really nailed what schools are looking for in applicants. I especially appreciated the marketing approach where I learned how to differentiate myself in the job market. Even after you finish the course, Vantage is still available to help you find a job.

I researched a lot of TEFL programs, and I know I chose the best one. I feel fully prepared to teach anyone, anywhere. Thank you, Vantage.

55 people found this review helpful.

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