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 (504 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 20, 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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The online TEFL course is a very good option for anyone who wants to become a certified ESL teacher but doesn't have time to attend courses in real life. The course website offers a variety of useful information and tips on teaching different age groups of students. Each unit contains not only text presentations on the topic but also plenty of engaging exercises to check your understanding. The access to the course is time limited but it is more than enough to complete all units with assignments (just remember to stick to your learning schedule ;) ). Overall, the course was a pleasant and enriching experience. It's even better if you also book the 10h teaching practice in one of Academy's locations. Helps you put everything you learned into perspective and it's a great opportunity to brainstorm teaching ideas with other course participants.

Pros

Easy access to course materials
Great support system
Clear way of presenting information

Cons

No reminders about the amount of time left for course completion

I found the online Level 5 TEFL Course to be extremely informative. The lessons were helpful and concise. Plus, the three major course assignments truly tested ones ability to apply newfound knowledge in a practical manner. There were also many suggested resources in each module, which elaborated upon relevant teaching topics. There is a lot of support embedded into the TEFL program for those interested in seeking-out jobs shortly after completion. Plus, the in-person training component provided a great opportunity for networking. I have completed the course feeling prepared to create my resume and cover letter, and to begin applying for English-language teaching jobs!

I had a wonderful time learning with The TEFL Academy and preparing myself to become a TEFL teacher. The support given throughout the course is really helpful, the units are well structured and the content presented is very interesting. The teachers give great feedback as you complete your assignments and are available to clarify any other issues you might have. The weekly webinars are also a plus and everyone gets to ask questions at the end. I definitely recommend this course to anyone interested in pursuing a TEFL career!

I decided to take this course with the intention of being able to work online when hopefully moving to France for early retirement. I am probably not the age of the usual students following this course. But I found it very user-friendly.
The online course was interesting, informative and fun to follow and I could work at my own pace at whatever time I wished. All the units were explained well and the assignments were clearly defined. Tutors returned feedback and grades returned quickly.
The online level 5 diploma course also offered 3 top-up certificates of 30 hours each in specific areas of teaching English, given free of charge. Teaching one-to-one online, Teaching young learners and Teaching Business English. All three were very interesting.

Pros

European recognised qualification
Online and self paced
Affordable

Great course to do online as it was a very engaging and interactive course
Interactive activities throughout each unit to check for learning and understanding were quite useful as it kept me engaged and interested
Easy to do in my own time when suited me as I work full time so would recommend for others in a similar position
Some aspects of the course such as grammar were quite challenging which kept me engaged in the course
Assignments were also interesting and allowed me to do some further research and expand my knowledge on the topics
There was also further reading at the end of each unit and links throughout the course which is great to learn more

Pros

Online
Interactive
Engaging

Cons

Challenging at times

Having travelled a little in the past – USA, Canada, Ireland, Britain, and England the possibility of working and ENJOYING the beauty of the world seem endless right now!

My last 6 months doing the Level 5 TEFL Course (Qualifi) online, with an added short Teaching Business English, with The TEFL Academy have opened this vision for me. The freedom of choice and option are approached with caution especially when, years of life experience has also taught me that there is a certain amount of restraint that needs to be taken when making a choice.

We all know there are quite a few options and different institutions for learning Teaching English online. Take the time to investigate, ask questions and you will see for yourself! (Look for a more detailed review on Trustpilot.)

I am very pleased in my decision to study with The TEFL Academy. Armed with my suitcase and my Certificates from The TEFL Academy I can honestly say for the first time in my live, I feel as if the world is my oyster!

Pros

It was very exciting to start learning and I dived in immediately. Life got hectic, yet I still managed to push myself in the end and get through the assignments to finish.
There is so much information out there about teaching English, The TEFL Academy provided direct links to and information for the most helpful sites, narrowing the time for intensive personal research. This was probably the most valuable added feature to
Every query and Ticket that I logged were attended to – some even reported “high volume delays” yet replies were still prompt enough.

Cons

It's difficult and lonely learning online

Enrolling in the level 5 TEFL course is one of the best decisions I took at the beginning of the year. The course is detailed and well structured. There are 10 units in all with an end-of-unit test to check your understanding. Each unit has several activities which make the learning experience quite engaging.
The website offers lots of helpful information
Tutors are very helpful and give detailed feedback on assignments. I am now more confident than ever to start my career as an ESL teacher. I highly recommend this course.

Pros

Well-structured
Value for money
Covers every aspect of teaching English

Cons

Loss of access to the site after 6 months

Content covers not only how to teach English but also offers practical tips on how to manage a classroom. Plenty of templates and examples are given for important documents and areas of teaching. The platform it is delivered on is very straightforward to use. Very helpful feedback given on assignments. The only thing that I think can be improved is more support once you finish the course on how to prepare your CV and apply for jobs. Personal support from tutors would be welcome here. I would recommend this course

Pros

Done online
Level 5 qualification

Cons

Lack of teaching experience
Lack of support with applying for jobs

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...