Online Level 5 TEFL Certificate | 168-Hour Accredited Course

Name: Online Level 5 TEFL Certificate | 168-Hour Accredited Course
Brand: The TEFL Academy
SKU: 209886
Rating: 4.86 (496 reviews)

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Training Type

Online

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Program Details

Teaching Practicum

Job Placement

Certifications

Online TEFL TEFL

Age Min.

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Starting Price

330

Price Details

The online course can be purchased in GBP, EUROS, US DOLLARS, AUS DOLLARS, CAN DOLLARS and NZ DOLLARS.

Last Updated: Mar 31, 2025

Last Reviewed: Jun 06, 2025

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Our Online Level 5 TEFL Certificate (168 hours) is regulated by Ofqual (UK) and approved by the DEAC (US), so has official recognition from 2 government recognised bodies! This makes all the difference when applying for jobs.

The online-only version of our course is the most flexible way to get TEFL qualified. Study in your own time with help and support from our dedicated tutor team.

Once you have successfully completed the course you will be qualified to teach English abroad anywhere in the world. The online course consists of ten mandatory units. On average students complete the course within 4-6 weeks.

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Program Highlights

Guaranteed pass (or your money back)
Tutor support from EFL professionals
24 FREE weekly one hour webinars (join live or watch later)
Help with finding TEFL jobs abroad
Level 5 Diploma, Ofqual (UK government) regulated qualification

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Instruction 4.85
Support 4.7
Value 4.8
Academic Rigor 4.4
Job Assistance 4.35

Content 4.9
Engagement 4.7
Support 4.75
Platform 4.85
Value 4.9

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I thoroughly enjoyed The TEFL Academy's Level 5 Online TEFL Course! It was well organized and packed with practical information. The course covers all the skills you will require for teaching English and has excellent teaching tips, materials, and ideas for the classroom. I particularly found the real-life teaching scenarios, downloadable resources, and varied assignments helpful. Overall, I’d say it’s a fantastic course for anyone wanting to boost their teaching skills and feel more confident as an English teacher!

The learning modules were well done. The quizzes and tests made sense. If you are a note taker- you will fill notebooks full! Make sure to pace yourself. Know your limits and do not rush through this. I had to pay for an extension as I had not paced myself well - after getting sick and did not study for a full month. Comprehensive, and the IT and Student departments get back to you quickly if there is an issue. I highly recommend this company. Their price point and materials were great. Good luck

What would you improve about this program?

I would re-write the assignment submission and the handbook. They were separate, but were pieced out in ways they could have been done together. The wording is a bit confusing. The assignment templates were just OK.

I obtained the Level 5 TEFL Diploma from the TEFL Academy and was very impressed with the entire experience. The course material was comprehensive enough to give me the confidence to start applying for online TEFL positions immediately upon obtaining my certificate. The platform was easy to navigate, all the instructions were clear and the support staff were helpful. The assessments were challenging and served to prepare me for future classroom experiences. I highly recommend this course, as it provides a solid foundation for TEFL positions without costing a fortune.

What would you improve about this program?

I would add more post-course job-seeking support.

Pros

Solidly structured curriculum
Highly relevant study material
Prompt, valuable feedback on assignments

Cons

Lack of job-seeking support

I am really happy I chose the TEFL Academy for my certification. The course content was engaging and also challenging at times. The assignments really helped with concreting my knowledge. The feedback from the assignments was also really helpful. I also appreciated that the course included several bonus courses. They also provide a lot of options for finding jobs after the certification is complete. After this course I feel equipped to teach English as a foreign language in any context. I would recommend this course!

What was the most surprising thing you saw or did?

I was surprised how equipped I felt after completing the course.

Pros

Really good site
Great content

Cons

No real time practice

After spending two years teaching English abroad, I was highly motivated to formalise my experience by earning a certificate. Enrolling in this online course turned out to be an excellent decision. The platform was incredibly user-friendly, making it easy to stay organised and focused throughout the program. I especially appreciated the wide variety of exercises, which catered to different learning styles and kept the content engaging and dynamic. The course structure was clear, well-paced, and thoughtfully designed, making it easy to follow even for someone with a busy schedule. Overall, I found the experience both enriching and rewarding, and I would highly recommend this course to anyone looking to further their skills and qualifications in a flexible, online format.

If you did this all over again, what's one thing you would change?

I would do it faster

Pros

A big stock of information
the videos
interactive quizzes

Cons

There could be more interactive quizzes
The jobs afterwards
Lack of social interaction

TEFL Academy provides a great opportunity for every teacher to meet their goals and excel professionally. By being flexible, learners have a wide range of opportunities to do assessments and also to watch videos. One of the defining features of the academy is their willingness to help others, with a prepared group of workers always on hand. Additionally, the reviews of the writen work are clear, concise, and understandable, which help students grow. I am very happy to have taken this course and excited to see where it will lead me in my professional life.

I was very satisfied with the experience of completing the Level 5 TEFL course online. The instructions were easy to follow, and the activities were a good balance of fun and serious. I felt like I could engage easily with the work. Everything felt very possible and achievable. This course really encouraged me to get out there and start teaching English. It is very accessible and doable for any kind of person. Each unit I completed felt like an achievement so I felt very inspired to keep going throughout the process of completing the course! :)

Pros

Accessible
Easy
Informative

Cons

Tedious

Through the TEFL course, I had the opportunity to explore a wide range of teaching methodologies, which allowed me to understand the different ways students learn and how to adapt my teaching style accordingly. I deepened my understanding of effective teaching techniques, from lesson planning and classroom management to engaging students through interactive and communicative approaches. Additionally, the course helped me significantly improve my own proficiency in the English language, while also equipping me with the tools to share my enthusiasm and passion for English in a clear, inspiring, and impactful way. This experience has greatly contributed to my growth as both a language learner and an aspiring teacher.

Questions & Answers

Alumni Interviews

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Why did you choose this program?

Because of geological location; however, the reason I chose this particular program was in part due to it looking more official than the others. On my trip to a foreign country (South Korea), I was told by my friend that I was very knowledgeable about what I knew and wondered how I would do at teaching. With my current job, it made sense with the way the program was laid out.

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

The provider assisted with making me dig deeper into what I already knew about the subjects; on my own, it was up to me to decide mine on topics' materials for every assignment (the provider also assisted in the matter by providing templates). When it came to reviews, the assessor assisted in what I need to improve and what was good, if not great.

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

If I had to give advice to someone that wanted this program, it would be to take their time. Although it can be done as quickly as needed, I would recommend them to take their time. Rushing will make them impatient and the longer lessons seem daunting, making one miss the simple things one already knows.

Be prepared to not have reviews on some of the lessons, as it will seem as they are abundant in the beginning.

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

An average day, as it is an online course, is, however, the students want it to be. However, I would recommend doing half a lesson in 2 to 3 days, then the other. Even so, that is still pushing it for those who are struggling; spending 1 hr a day may be enough, depending on how much one covers in that hour.

I myself tried to cover a lesson a day; in the beginning, it worked out fine, until you get to the longer lessons; then you have to take into account the assignments, which would take almost a week to perform properly.

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

When going abroad, I was fearing that I would not be able to answer the questions that were being asked. But after a while, I felt more comfortable about that.

There are still times I feel I would not have the answer to some questions, but I am comfortable now that, if asked a question I don't know, I could easily answer it with the appropriate response.

Is there any type of information you would like to point out to others?

Yes. I would point out that it would be a good idea to find out what requirements one needs for the teaching job they want. It is important to note that there is paperwork that is needed as well when going abroad that needs to be taken into account. These two things are easily missed in the thought process.

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2019 Alum

Staff Interviews

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What is your favorite travel memory?

One of my favourite travel memories is when I was in Croatia with a friend and we decided to venture in Bosnia Herzegovina for a few days. We stayed in a crazy hostel, with even crazier owners! They brought us to a rave in a cave which was so much fun. The next day we got to explore Mostar and we also traveled to Sarajevo and did a walking tour. It was so interesting!

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

Getting to work for The TEFL Academy has given me opportunity to grow in many different ways. I speak to a range of different people from different places daily which is really interesting and sometimes we do have little chats about where in the world we are! I've also significantly improved my geography, which is handy!

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

My favourite stories are from teachers who teach young learners. The students get so attached to their teachers and they always have gifts from them that the children have made! I love to see the photos also; we often share these on our social media (with consent). It's a good way to show current and future students the opportunities out there when they get their qualifications.

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

I would love to go on our Vietnam internship! I've always wanted to travel to Vietnam because it does look absolutely beautiful, but the internship sounds like a very rewarding one also. Getting to travel the world by also helping those to further their future prospects is an amazing opportunity.

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

I think our company is unique in many different ways. Our organization is special because we really do believe in the power of education. We all, in some way or another, have traveled to many different places across the world, and the majority of us have taught also. This gives us a real insight into the actual world of TEFL and the teachers.

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

Being successful means a lot of different things for different people. I think a successful company really values what they are intending to do, and I believe The TEFL Academy does it in every way. My hope for our organization is that it grows and expands to cover all across the world! Providing a course that helps individuals to further themselves but also to educate others is something that is very special.

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About The TEFL Academy

The TEFL Academy specialises in TEFL courses and nothing else. All of our trainers are experienced EFL professionals. They have all qualified as TEFL teachers themselves, gained years of actual teaching experience and are now passing on their working knowledge to our TEFL course students. We were the world’s first TEFL course provider to have...