Online Level 5 TEFL Certificate | 168-Hour Accredited Course

Online Level 5 TEFL Certificate | 168-Hour Accredited Course

Location
  • Online
Training Type
Online

Program Details

Teaching Practicum
No
Job Placement
No
Certifications
Online TEFL TEFL
Age Min.
16

Pricing

Starting Price
330
Price Details
The online course can be purchased in GBP, EUROS, US DOLLARS, AUS DOLLARS, CAN DOLLARS and NZ DOLLARS.
Mar 31, 2025
Jun 16, 2026
27 travelers are looking at this program

About Program

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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COMMUNITY REVIEWS SUMMARY

This online Level 5 TEFL course offers a well-structured, comprehensive curriculum with challenging assignments that build practical teaching skills and confidence. Students appreciate the clear instructions, timely and detailed feedback, and responsive support, which help them manage study alongside other commitments. While some find parts demanding, most feel well-prepared for teaching and value the flexibility and resources provided.

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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Program Reviews

4.86 Rating
based on 636 reviews
  • 5 rating 88.05%
  • 4 rating 11.32%
  • 3 rating 0%
  • 2 rating 0.16%
  • 1 rating 0.47%
  • Instruction 4.85
  • Support 4.7
  • Value 4.8
  • Academic Rigor 4.4
  • Job Assistance 4.35
  • Content 4.9
  • Engagement 4.75
  • Support 4.8
  • Platform 4.85
  • Value 4.9
Showing 177 - 184 of 636 reviews
Simone
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

The experience was amazing

Enrolling in The TEFL Academy’s online course was one of the best decisions I made as an aspiring English teacher. This comprehensive, well-structured program not only equipped me with the skills needed to thrive in the classroom but also offered flexibility and support that made the learning process enjoyable. For anyone considering a TEFL certification, I wholeheartedly recommend this course as a valuable investment in their teaching journey.The course’s curriculum stands out for its depth and practicality. Modules cover essential topics such as lesson planning, grammar fundamentals, classroom management, and teaching methodologies, ensuring a balanced blend of theory and real-world application. What impressed me most was how each unit built logically on the previous one, gradually enhancing my confidence. The grammar section, often daunting for many, was broken into digestible segments with clear examples, making even complex concepts accessible. Assignments mirrored real teaching scenarios, such as designing a lesson plan for diverse learners, which prepared me to adapt to varied classroom environments. The inclusion of multimedia resources, like video demonstrations of teaching techniques, further enriched the learning experience.

What was the most nerve-racking moment and how did you overcome it?
The most nerve wrecking was when i had failed my assignment twice and had one last chance. The stressful part was waiting to whether i passed my last attempt or not.
Pros
  • Flexible
  • Affordable
  • Engaging
Cons
  • No face to face classes
  • Limited time
43 people found this review helpful.
Laurie
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Well Structured Course

The course was an excellent way to improve skills and gain more knowledge as a teacher. It has definitely added value to my portfolio. I would highly recommend teachers or anyone who would like to pursue teaching to engage in this course, it is easy to work through especially with the efficient support of tutors. The course has a good balance between written information, examples and videos to support each lesson. The assignments are challenging but the markers are helpful with the feedback they provide.

What would you improve about this program?
I would add videos of actual online lessons between teacher and student to get insight on how it works.
Pros
  • Easy to follow.
  • Test your knowledge after each lesson.
  • Written information and videos
Cons
  • Some pages were all written information.
  • Loadshedding unable to access
  • Required videos of actual lessons already conducted
46 people found this review helpful.
Lauren
4/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Straightforward and useful!

I found navigating this course very easy and I was able to learn some interesting things about the English language along the way. The assignments had very clear instructions and I received my feedback very quickly. I was working alongside my studies and I found it really useful to be able to set my own pace when studying, which actually meant that I was able to complete the course relatively quickly. I would definitely recommend it to those who are looking to do an online TEFL course as it provides useful links that you can access to help facilitate your learning.

42 people found this review helpful.
Vladlena
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Great TEFL opportunity with clear and accessible guidance

I chose this program because I needed to complete the course and get a TEFL certificate as quickly as possible. The structure of the program is very clear and easy to understand. I really appreciated the flexibility to study at my own pace. Each unit is broken down into manageable sections, with interactive elements that make learning more engaging. I believe it’s a great course even for someone just starting their teaching journey.

There were a few times when I needed assistance, and I received help very quickly. I could genuinely feel that the support team cares about students and is committed to making the experience as smooth as possible, which I greatly appreciated.

Overall, it was a smooth, supportive, and valuable learning experience.

What is your advice to future travelers on this program?



Take your time and stay engaged. This program is thoughtfully designed to gradually unfold more and more knowledge as you progress. Just begin—and with each step, things will become clearer and more manageable. Trust the process, and it will go smoothly from there.
Pros
  • You can learn at your own pace
  • Easy to understand
  • You have opportunity to go over learning material again and again
Cons
  • Answers aren’t instant, but you will get the help you need.
41 people found this review helpful.
Maria
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Superb course

The course was perfectly suited to my needs and expectations in terms of content. The online platform offered well-organised, engaging and challenging content. The creative use of different media was interesting. The support from the teaching staff was excellent, they provided timely feedback and helpful notes for improvement. The different units were logically presented allowing a steady building of knowledge throughout the course. The support videos I found particularly helpful when completing assignments.Overall, a great experience.

What is your advice to future travelers on this program?
Go for it!
Pros
  • Self paced learning
  • Challenging
  • Builds confidence
45 people found this review helpful.
Amal
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

The best investment

I didn’t have high expectations when I first started the course, but I was genuinely surprised by how well-structured the content was and how supportive the tutors were throughout. They were incredibly helpful—even during the weekends—and always available to answer questions. The course also provided loads of resources and useful links to support the learning process. Overall, it added real value to my development and gave me a strong boost in confidence to pursue a career I love, thanks to The TEFL Academy!

46 people found this review helpful.
Soraia
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Super experience, gaining knowledge with TEFL Academy

Learning TEFL level 5 was very enjoyable but demanding, requiring time, focus, and dedication. It's a practical, didactic, and up-to-date course.
The platform is well organised into 10 content modules that follow a logical sequence, with practical exercises, resources, and a final test to validate your knowledge that you can repeat several times until you reach a 70% pass rate.

There are 3 major assessments throughout the course, and for any questions or clarifications, there is the support of a tutor who answers objectively and on the same day. Any questions the student may have are answered quickly and in good time by the academy's incredible professionals and technicians.

We only have access to the TEFL Academy platform for up to 6 months, then we lose access, which in my case, with full availability for the course, I was only able to finish in 5 months, 5 hours a day, because there are a lot more than 165 hours, these hours only include the part of acquiring knowledge, learning the content, but there is a whole part of studying, and taking the 3 assessment tests to count which are demanding and complex and we only have 3 times to pass.

Nowadays, before student assessments are submitted for feedback and analysis, the TEFL Academy introduced a system in December a system for diagnosing plagiarism and AI of the documents requested to certify which assessment has been carried out by the student.

I missed being part of a community forum for students and ex-students to exchange ideas, experiences, resources, advice, and insights.

The final certificate is issued as a PDF and sent to the student's address at no extra cost. Now that I have the certificate, the big challenge is to enter the labour market for teachers abroad with the TEFL course.

I'm delighted to have taken the step of completing the course with merit, opening up new avenues and getting more opportunities in the field of teaching abroad.

I highly recommend the TEFL Academy.

What is your advice to future travelers on this program?
- Trust the process and keep moving forward until you achieve your goals.
- Be courageous and patient.
- Step by step, you will appreciate the beauty of the landscape.
Pros
  • Help from tutors and professionals TELF Academy
  • Simplicity, practical content and diverse ativities on the plataform
  • The price affortable to access to this course
Cons
  • 6 months of plataform access
  • To compete with AI since Im human and the information it all on Google to search.
  • Not having any forum or group to get in touch with other students or ex students
46 people found this review helpful.
Suellen Amanda
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Very complete TEFL course.

I have just completed the Level 5 TEFL Diploma course, and I am amazed at how much this course has improved my skills and knowledge in teaching English as a second language. The units are very comprehensive, approaching topics in a detailed manner. They include short tests to assess knowledge and understanding, extra links to articles for further research on the subject you're studying in each specific unit, and much more.

I found that this course provided me with a broader perspective on what a person needs to know in order to teach English as a second language. As I am in the process of a career transition, completing this course has given me the confidence that I now have a solid understanding of the techniques and skills required to start this new chapter in my career.

What is your advice to future travelers on this program?
For future travelers on this program, my advice is:
Be focused on your studies until the very end. Otherwise, you would get distracted to finish it.
50 people found this review helpful.

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