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  • England
    • Birmingham
    • Brighton
    • Bristol
    • Cambridge
    • Leeds
    • Liverpool
    • London
    • Manchester
    • Newcastle
    • Norwich
    • Oxford
    • Reading
    • Southampton
  • Wales
  • Scotland
    • Glasgow
    • Edinburgh
  • Northern Ireland
    • Belfast
  • Ireland
    • Cork
    • Dublin
    • Limerick
    • Galway
Length
168 hours
Training Type
Classroom

Program Details

Teaching Practicum
Yes
Job Placement
No
Certifications
TEFL
Weekly Classroom Hours
20
Age Min.
16

Pricing

Starting Price
$490 USD
Price Details
The prices differ depending on what country you are doing your TEFL course in, so please check on the website for accurate information depending on your location.
What's Not Included
Some Accommodation Activities Some Activities Airfare Domestic Airfare Airport Transfers Meals Some Meals SIM cards Transportation Travel Insurance Visa Wifi
Feb 23, 2021
Sep 09, 2021

About Program

At the TEFL Academy, our course leads to a Level 5 TEFL Certificate (168 hours), regulated by Ofqual (UK) and the DEAC (US) so it’s certified by two government bodies!

This course will give you a strong understanding of what employers are looking for. Complete 20 hours in the classroom as an addition to 148 hours of online study. For certain employers, it is preferable to have some in class experience other that solely online, our combined course gives you exactly that.

You will learn so much from other students in the classroom and have the opportunity to actually teach! The 20-hour weekend class is designed to breakdown the fundamentals of TEFL.

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Program Highlights

  • Ofqual (UK government) regulated & accredited by Qualifi
  • Level 5 qualification
  • Internationally recognised
  • Free access to our international jobs board & help from our dedicated recruitment team
  • Free 30-Hour Top-up Course in Teaching Young Learners, Teaching Business English or Teaching Online & 1:1

Program Reviews

9.44 Rating
based on 59 reviews
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  • 9-10 rating 91.53%
  • 7-8 rating 8.47%
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  • Instruction 9.5
  • Support 9.5
  • Value 9.6
  • Academic Rigor 8.6
  • Job Assistance 8.5
Good for Students, Building your resume, Solo Travelers
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Beata
36
Female
United Kingdom
10/10
Yes, I recommend this program

Tefl review

Sep 9, 2021

I really enjoyed TEFL course. The structure was well designed and it included all relevant topics that are essential when teaching English to foreign students. The platform was very easy to follow and l liked the layout as it was clear. The most enjoyable part was the practical component as it allowed to put the theory into practice and the teacher explained everything in a greater detail, so whatever l was not while doing the course, during the practical all my questions and queries were answered.

What was your funniest moment?
During the Practical component the moment of actual teaching, teamwork and getting to know new people
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Sian
10/10
Yes, I recommend this program

teflacademy.com

Aug 1, 2021

The online Level 5 TEFL course is a great course- broad and thorough. It gives confidence in teaching- listening, reading, writing and speaking; lesson planning and how to produce classroom materials. There are reference sections at the end of each unit providing further reading. The end of unit tests are fun. Assignment feedback is constructive. Assignments are marked quickly. The online format works well. It´s clear and easy to use. It is flexible and easy to fit around other commitments. I would highly recommend it.

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Sarah
22
Female
United Kingdom
10/10
Yes, I recommend this program

Combined Level 5 Course

Jul 12, 2021

It's confusing to know which TEFL provider to go for but I would really recommend The TEFL Academy. I learnt so much and it's flexible because you can access the lessons in your own time. Assignments are challenging but really worthwhile because they simulate situations you will face once you're an EFL teacher. The course definitely helps you feel prepared for the classroom as each unit is very detailed and gives practical advice as well as the theory behind it. Overall very happy with the course and would recommend to anyone!

What would you improve about this program?
I would have enjoyed more of the interactive activities.
4 people found this review helpful.
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Michael
United Kingdom
8/10
Yes, I recommend this program

Flexible and Professional

May 3, 2021

This was an enjoyable course. Being online, there was a lot of opportunity to link extra resources and materials, which The TEFL Academy did well and often. The course work was engaging and flexible. The staff was very quick to respond to tickets, and were especially kind in letting me pause the course when life circumstances forced me to delay studying in order to move house amidst fire concerns. The experience The TEFL Academy provided has given me a good foundation for me to develop in the real and virtual classroom.

If you did this all over again, what's one thing you would change?
I would have prioritized my initial assignment in order to avoid having to pause my course.
9 people found this review helpful.
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Jo
59
Female
United Kingdom
10/10
Yes, I recommend this program

Excellent Course 10/10

Apr 20, 2021

This course exceeded my expectations. Well written and presented and easily accessed via an online portal. It was very thorough and deserving of the hours it took to undertake it properly. After all, we all want to be able to make a difference and do our very best for the people we go on to teach. The response to any online ticket was prompt and good to know there were humans at the other end to assist. The examiners were thorough and provided excellent feedback; by keeping standards high, it will ensure the TEFL Academy qualification continues to be highly respected in the marketplace.

If you did this all over again, what's one thing you would change?
Make a proper plan, from the outset, for study time and stick to it. Found it really beneficial to have a quiet place where I could concentrate 100% on the course for several hours at a time.
11 people found this review helpful.
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Gregory
37
Male
United Kingdom
9/10
Yes, I recommend this program

My review

Apr 19, 2021

The material was really well prepared. Everything was clear, transparent and easy to digest. The graphic layout was eye catching which added to the pleasantness of studying with the TEFL Academy. The slides contained relatively small chunks of information which made the w studying easier and more pleasant. I really appreciated the videos with instructions for the three assignments. I think that was really helpful. The feedback from the tutors was motivational fur further development. I really like the fact that I didn’t feel pressured but motivated and encouraged to keep working hard and give my best.

What was your funniest moment?
My course took place remotely thus it’s difficult for me to mention any funniest moments. But a fun and unique program experience, in my case, was connected to preparing all three written assignments. I really enjoyed going them since they gave me a gist of what it means to be a teacher.
11 people found this review helpful.
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valeria
United Kingdom
10/10
Yes, I recommend this program

TEFL-excellent course

Mar 22, 2021

I work as a primary teacher and I took this course to further develop my knowledge of teaching English as a second language. This course was really well structured, the feedback to each assignment was very detailed and I learned so many things from it. I highly recommend it to anyone who considers broadening their horizons. It allows you to work online from any place in the world, connect with students from everywhere around the world. This course is excellent for both people who want to make money by travelling and meeting new people.

10 people found this review helpful.
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Ali
37
Male
United Kingdom
9/10
Yes, I recommend this program

Ali Suliman Al-dulimi

Mar 13, 2021

I'm Ali Aldulimi, I started this course back in November 2020 and finished it in early march. I enjoyed this course because it was easy to use and extremely helpful. Assignments were quite tough and when I failed an attempt, I was given feedback on what was needed to pass. It feels good to have finally passed and I will hopefully be able to teach anywhere in the world.
I'd recommend this course as it's an ideal way to learn and easy to use. Especially for people who have no experience in teaching.

If you did this all over again, what's one thing you would change?
Get better grades on my assignments. I only managed to pass each of my assignments. Maybe if I tried harder I would have got a merit.
9 people found this review helpful.
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Questions & Answers

Alumni Interviews

These are in-depth Q&A sessions with verified alumni.

Jessica Murray

Program
Combined Level 5 TEFL Course in the UK and Ireland
Jessica Murray

Why did you choose this program?

I chose the level 5 TEFL combined programme because it offered a good solid course along with a 20-hour classroom practical course. That was definitely the thing that sealed the deal for me.

I had never taught ESL before in my life, let alone managed a class. However, in my previous employment, I worked my way up from a receptionist to sales administrator and eventually had to train new employees in to do my previous roles. I knew I could teach; the TEFL Academy helped with growing my confidence in TEFL.

What did your program provider (or university) assist you with, and what did you have to organize on your own?

My course provider helped us along the way with getting our TEFL course started and with any problems along the way. They do offer internships in host countries with jobs once it's completed. But we decided to sort employment here in Phnom Penh ourselves. We did enough research on working in Cambodia. We felt confident that we could gain employment. But knowing the TEFL Academy offered internships was a safety net, kind of.

What is one piece of advice you'd give to someone going on your program?

The one piece of advise, especially if you're new to teaching, is to take notes while you're doing your course. I have a whole refill pad full from my TEFL course and reference it from time to time. Be prepared for it to be difficult but so rewarding at the same time. What I would say to people thinking of moving abroad and working is: have confidence, be careful, research A LOT, take a leap of faith and enjoy the ride.

What does an average day/week look like as a participant of this program?

I'm not sure if I am what you would call an average person when it comes to taking a TEFL course. My boyfriend and I both worked full-time, 40+ hours a week while taking this course. So our average week would be work Monday to Friday. Wake up Saturday morning, head down to the kitchen, set up our laptops and get studying. Go to sleep, wake up Sunday to do it all over again. It was hard work and some weekends we didn't want to study, but luckily for us, we never had that problem on the same weekend; we always pushed each other to study when the other didn't want to.

Going into your experience abroad, what was your biggest fear, and how did you overcome it? How did your views on the issue change?

I had never moved out of Ireland before, so the whole thing was pretty new and scary for me. But my boyfriend had lived in Australia for 8 years. He was my rock, just full of the assurance that I could do it. My biggest fear was finding a job and an apartment. I knew once I had the two things I would be fine. Which I was. The biggest problem is that the person in your head causing self-doubt. Don't listen to them.

If you had the opportunity to do all over again, what would you change?

A thing I would have done different is, pack fewer clothes.

I don't wear half of what I brought. I brought pictures from home and stuck them straight up once we moved into our apartment, which settled me in straight away. Bring a lot of bandages, bug spray, cold and flu medicines. I have had some minor accidents while traveling. I burnt my leg off a motorbike exhaust 3 days into my holiday in Thailand - disaster. My boyfriend got carpet burn during our first Jiu-Jitsu class. We get sick almost every second week working with kids because they're constantly sick.

Just be prepared for everything :) and most importantly HAVE FUN!!

Staff Interviews

These are in-depth Q&A sessions with program leaders.

Rachel Dempsey

Program
Combined Level 5 TEFL Course in the UK and Ireland
Job Title
Student Services
Rachel is a Dublin native who loves to travel and meet new people. She enjoys working with people from around the world and assisting students throughout their TEFL qualification.
Rachel Dempsey

What is your favorite travel memory?

In 2016, I worked and lived in Disney World Florida. It was the most amazing experience to create magical memories for our guests and to experience living aboard. I grew a lot both personally and professionally during my time working for the Walt Disney Company. Their customer service standards are second to none.

How have you changed/grown since working for your current company?

I am a very new member of the team; I started 3 weeks ago. Since I began working with The TEFL Academy, I have gained confidence in speaking with others via phone. I have always loved to speak with people and assist them.

In my new role, I get to assist students daily through the course. It is great to engage with new people.

What is the best story you've heard from a return student?

A student contacted me to get a PDF copy of their certificate; they are currently working out in Japan and it was great to hear how much the student was enjoying this new experience. It is also great to hear the plans current students have for their future after they have successfully completed the course.

If you could go on any program that your company offers, which one would you choose and why?

I would love to do the volunteering in Sri Lanka. I think it would be an amazing experience to give back and meet new people. I have never been to Asia and it is somewhere I would love to experience. It would be great to get to know the people and culture whilst also aiding the local community in some way.

What makes your company unique? When were you especially proud of your team?

We are recognized in both the UK and the US. This gives more credibility to our qualifications and aids our students in their job search. The team is also very dedicated to ensuring our students receive fast, effective assistance when it is required. I am very proud of this and I believe our students are happy with the level of service they experience.

What do you believe to be the biggest factor in being a successful company?

There is a great team always ready to assist our students. The team is always on hand to provide support and assistance to our students for the duration of their course. The course content is also varied and gives our students a good insight into teaching English as a foreign language. We offer a free top-up course for every student as well, which I think is great.

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