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: 4.85 (478 reviews)

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Program Details

Teaching Practicum

Job Placement

Certifications

Online TEFL TEFL

Age Min.

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Starting Price

330

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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: Apr 30, 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
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Value 4.8
Academic Rigor 4.4
Job Assistance 4.35

Content 4.9
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The Level 5 168 Hour TEFL Certificate course from the TEFL Academy was a very informative course that not only improved me as a TEFL trainer but also as a teacher in general. This course consisted of ten assessed units plus a getting started unit. There are 3 major assignment tasks in this course and you must pass all 3 assignments to get your certificate. The topics of the units tackled core teaching topics such as teaching receptive skills and the effective use of resources.

Overall, I had a great experience doing this course from the TEFL academy. I believe that my skills as a TEFL teacher have now greatly improved and I am now better equipped to tackle any future classroom challenges.

Thank you TEFL Academy!

What is your advice to future travelers on this program?

My advice for future travelers on this program is to create a schedule and a goal and keep to it as best as you can. The biggest challenge for me when I took this course was the ability to stay focused and keep doing the unit lessons. This course can be very demanding and heavy for some people and this may cause some people to become unmotivated with how demanding it is. That is why I believe that it will be really helpful if you create a schedule and a goal (for example, you can create a goal that you will finish 1 unit every week) and try your best to stick to it. By doing this, I strongly believe that you will be better equipped to tackle this program.

Pros

Very informative
The lesson units were full of readings
Fun activities

Cons

Challenging and time consuming assignments
Not much video lectures
Lack of interaction since it is an online course.

I really enjoyed the course. It was complete with all the contents necessary for teaching.
I would say that it is so much theory and sometimes it overwhelms me, but if you take time to do it you can do a lot in one day.
It is worth it. If you are looking for a job abroad this course would be a great friend of yours.
I have to admit that seeing all the units I had to read was frustrating at some point but then I cheered myself by saying "This is for my perfect job" and that helped me a lot to go through all the reading.

What is your advice to future travelers on this program?

Just do it because you would need it for a lot of jobs. It is good to have this "title" as a plan B.

Pros

The amount of jobs you can have
more knowledge

Cons

you need time to read

Before engaging, I was thinking a lot about joining a course like that. I read a lot or articles and finally that convinced me to join. I loved my course with The TEFL Academy.

I've learned so much and I could apply all my new skills with my students. During my course, I had the chance to teach at the same time. My students could see a major difference in my teaching skill and they recognized that it was much easier for them to learn thank to the methods I learned.
I can't advise more by saying that you should join this adventure, It worth it :)

What is your advice to future travelers on this program?

Enjoy what you learn. This program gives the chance to understand and study the language.

Pros

Structured E-learning course
Webinar each Saturday
The diploma

Cons

Some lessons can be boring or difficult sometimes

There are a plethora of TEFL course providers, and alot of the "better ones", have so many course options, it makes you dizzy. After going through many reviews and ratings, I chose, 'The TEFL Academy' and I am glad I did. With only 3 main course options, it simplifies your decision making and streamlines the process.
As to the course itself, it is motivating, engaging, interactive and fun. It also gives you a sense of achievement, after having 3 assignments thoroughly examined and given feedback on.
A lovely course !

Pros

Good perceived value
Easy to navigate course
Responsive and helpful staff

Cons

No actual job placement

This course has opened my eyes to a whole new world of teaching. It has taught me to look at how students see the world and to then use that view to teach them new things. It was fun learning about how to teach different students of different cultures and nationalities. I used to think that there was only one way to teach a class or a student a new language, but this course has opened my eyes to other possible interesting ways of teaching the kiddies how to learn a new language. I would definitely recommend this course as a first time teacher!

What is your advice to future travelers on this program?

Know where you would want to travel to and to which age kiddies you would want to teach and pay extra attention to the parts of the course that address the way of teaching to your chosen age group and nationality.

Pros

Teaches you new teaching techniques
Opens your eyes to new demographics

I must say my experience with the online level 5 diploma at the TEFL academy was the best. I was able to navigate through assignments that challenged me yet taught me so much about the English language. My favorite part of it all was the fact that I learn at my own pace which was amazing because I was able to grasp the concepts at my own timing. I also loved the fact that I was given access to webinars which really boosted my understanding of the English language. I would definitely recommend the TEFL academy to anybody that is looking to kickstart their teaching career🤗

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

I would change the fact that I was so scared about the whole course yet it completely navigable and understandable.

Pros

Learning at your own pace
Affordable learning fees
Swift customer service

As young South African female, I embarked on The TEFL Academy's online course with high hopes and came away immensely satisfied. This comprehensive program offers a deep dive into the complexities of Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL), equipping learners with the essential tools and strategies to excel in diverse classroom environments.

From the outset, the course structure impressed me with its clarity and organization. Broken down into manageable modules, each segment builds upon the last, fostering a gradual but thorough understanding of teaching methodologies, language acquisition theories, and practical classroom management techniques. The intuitive online platform facilitated seamless navigation, allowing me to progress at my own pace while accessing a wealth of multimedia resources, including instructional videos, interactive quizzes, and downloadable materials.

One standout feature of The TEFL Academy's curriculum is its emphasis on real-world application. Rather than focusing solely on theoretical concepts, the course integrates hands-on teaching practice through simulated classroom scenarios and lesson planning exercises. Additionally, the constructive feedback provided by experienced tutors was instrumental in identifying areas for improvement and refining my instructional approach.

In conclusion, The TEFL Academy's online course sets the gold standard for TEFL certification programs. I wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone seeking to embark on a fulfilling journey in English language teaching.

What would you improve about this program?

Even though this program exceeded my expectations by far there is one thing that I would add. As an assignment I think it would benefit the course taker to represent a class and make a video of the representation. Through this you get a practice run and the marker can give you valuable tips for the future.

Pros

The online course allowed me to work through the content on my own pace.
The course modules is well laid out and organized.
The course offers a lot of resources to use in the future.

Cons

It involves a lot of reading.
A lot of the concepts I have already studied in school.
The assignments can become confusing with all the different documents you have to open at once.

It was a great opportunity to learn and improve as a teacher. The course is divided in a way easy to follow and filled with great practices and tips to utilize in class.
The videos and resources provided were amazing and showed real practices and activities in class, which can be very helpful in the future.
Having all those websites to help create materials for classes is really helpful.
The assignments were a bit too demanding and I couldn't know what remarks I had for my assignments when getting a Merit. Therefore, I couldn't get a better grade in my next assignment.

What would you improve about this program?

The assignments need to be less demanding as sometimes you need to be creative and spontaneous in class

Pros

A lot of practices and tips
Great videos and resources

Cons

Assignments taking too long
Not having remarks when getting a Merit to improve

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...