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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Training Type

Online

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Program Details

Teaching Practicum

Job Placement

Certifications

Online TEFL TEFL

Age Min.

Pricing

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: Apr 30, 2025

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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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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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4 rating 11.51%
3 rating 0%
2 rating 0.21%
1 rating 0.63%

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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This was a fantastic course that fully engaged me right from the start. The units were laid out well to teach me the process of what it is to become a TEFL teacher and the assignments really tested the skills I had learned from each unit. I really enjoyed the videos through which gave me ideas to complete my assignments where I feel the content will be useful in different aspects of my teaching career. Overall I really enjoyed going through this course which was laid out at a really good pace for my learning style

Pros

Easy to navigate online
Content relevant
Enhanced my understanding

Cons

When clicking back threw me to home page

The course covered everything I need to know to start teaching English . There is enough time to complete all the units and submit the assignments .
A lot of additional materials and website links to support the learning process .
Support available when required.
The process of enrolling was straightforward. The online platform is easy to navigate .
I would recommend this course to anyone who would like to gain knowledge about teaching English as foreign language.
Great experience and a great start to the new adventure.

Pros

Content
Easy to navigate through
Enough time to complete

Cons

None

The Level 5 TEFL course offered by The TEFL Academy was an absolute game-changer for me. I've always been passionate about teaching and the English language, and this course just took my passion to a whole new level. I would rate this course a solid 10 out of 10, without any hesitation! The course is packed with valuable information that I feel has helped me to become a better instructor. The way the course is structured makes it easy to follow and understand, and it covers everything from lesson planning to teaching methodologies, from instructing receptive skills to instructive productive ones. The course even offered some insight into the cultural differences that I should be aware of while teaching abroad. I would highly recommend this course to anyone who is considering a career in teaching English as a foreign language. It's an excellent investment for anyone who wants to improve their teaching skills and take their career to the next level. The TEFL Academy has done an excellent job in creating a course that is both informative and engaging.

Pros

Comprehensive: The course covers everything you need to know to teach English as a foreign language, from lesson planning to grammar.
Engaging: The course is well-designed and engaging. The videos, quizzes, and assignments kept me interested throughout the course.
Support: The TEFL Academy provided excellent support throughout the course. The tutors were always available to answer my questions and provide feedback on my assignments.

Cons

Time-consuming: The course is quite extensive, and it can take some time to complete.
Limited interaction: While the course is engaging, there is limited interaction with other students, which can make it feel slightly isolated.
Limited practical experience: While the course provides a good theoretical foundation, there is limited opportunity for practical teaching experience.

I found the process from the start, the On-line registration to the final submission of third and last Assignment and subsequent feedback a thoroughly professional experience. All steps
were clearly outlined and easy to follow. The only grey area I found was that I felt it was unclear as to the amount of material required in Task 2 of the the third assignment. Overall, I found the course very interesting and felt constantly motivated to progress through each phase. The Assignments were clever and relevant and a good test of my learning and the end of Unit assessments were a great method of consolidating the lesson learning outcomes.

Pros

Very well structured
Kept my interest throughout which motivated me to progress
Challenging Tasks

Cons

Some parts of assignments were too prescriptive and didn't allow for personal input
It was difficult to judge the amount of material required in some parts of assignments
I can't think of a third con!

The TEFL academy provided me with an exceptional experience. The course content was comprehensive and interesting, keeping me motivated to finishing the course. The extensive job support network exceeded me expectations. The job search material provided a wealth of resources, including access to exclusive job boards and guidance on creating an impressive CV as well as a cover letter. The TEFL academy’s reputation within the industry proved to be a valuable asset. I highly recommend this course to anyone who is interested.

Pros

Ability for remote work
Ability to travel and work

I cannot brag about The TEFL Academy enough. The course itself was presented in a way that made learning simple and fun, whilst the online platform is easy to navigate and set out efficiently. I had contacted the support desk numerous times and each of my emails were responded to with care, a genuine desire to help and within record time. The staff are friendly, supportive, helpful and incredibly encouraging. The courses are surpringly affordable and I genuinely feel that every penny was worth it.

Pros

Affordability
Effectively equips one to teach English as a Foreign language.
Offers external resources for further learning and resources for creating a TEFL CV, cover letter and a link to credible job sites

I’m not usually the kind of person to give reviews but I just had to for Tefl Academy. The course materials were very helpful and easily accessible. Access to the online portal was simple and navigating around it was so easy. I thoroughly enjoyed the course and felt I got great value. The tutor and admin support were amazing. I would always get quick responses which helped me to complete my assignments on time. This is the first online course I’ve done in teaching and it’s safe to say it won’t be my last due to this positive experience! Thank you Tefl Academy!

Pros

Confidence
Opened my career options
Will hopefully be a way to make some income

Cons

None

In this course I found everything an aspiring teacher could want!
The contents of the course are very interesting, they give many ideas about the conduct of the lessons, the teaching methods and also explains what the possible difficulties of the students are and all the possible ways to deal with them.
The assistance has always been fantastic, they have always been available for any kind of problem and I have always received prompt answers. I want to thank everyone from the bottom of my heart!

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.

Reka Tapster

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...