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

$330
Price Details
The online course can be purchased in GBP, EUROS, US DOLLARS, AUS DOLLARS, CAN DOLLARS and NZ DOLLARS.
Mar 31, 2025
Jul 11, 2026
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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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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 flexible pacing, clear instructions, and prompt, helpful support from tutors and staff. While some find parts demanding, the detailed feedback and abundant resources prepare learners effectively for teaching English abroad or online.

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 642 reviews
  • 5 rating 88.16%
  • 4 rating 11.21%
  • 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 33 - 40 of 642 reviews
Nicole
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

TEFL level 5 review

I enjoyed how accessible the online course was. I was able to complete the course at my own pace and engage in the topic when I able to complete at my own pace.

Assignment feedback was provided quickly and was constructive, enabling for feedback to be implemented in the subsequent assignments.

Videos and readings were packed with information to support understanding and aid the process of writing assignments. Quizzes throughout the course were helpful and well structured.

I look forward to using the course in the future!

41 people found this review helpful.
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Reislin
4/5
Yes, I recommend this program

TEFL Academy Level 5 course

Was an awesome experience learning he different techniques one would employ when teaching English which will greatly help me as i embark on my journey. Thankful for the knowledge and theory within the course coupled with the basic testing after every chapter which helped me in terms of my understanding of the course content. The assignments were challenging but fair, they did take a lot of time personally but aided in providing a foundation of how meticulous i will be need to be when preparing my lesson plans for students. Overall i would highly recommend the TEFL Academy course

What was the most nerve-racking moment and how did you overcome it?
First assignment which was the easiest but took me the longest to complete because i over thought every question which i answered. i actually finished the assignment a week before submitting but kept going over the answers. Once i submitted and past the first assignment i basically flew through the next two assignments because i realized it was all in my head
Pros
  • Good testing and assignments relevant to necessary teaching experience
  • Well laid out coursework flow
  • Additional materials and chapters over and above teaching content
Cons
  • Unable to contact and socialize with other tutors or students to see their experiences in the field
  • 6 month period to complete the coursework after which content is unavailable
73 people found this review helpful.
Catherina
4/5
Yes, I recommend this program

English transformed from "I know" to "Now I know"

I loved the TEFL 5 course I did. First, I thought that at the age of 65 and working on International luxury cruise ships for 20 years, I knew how to speak English, but to my surprise I had a lot to learn. I had a little struggle with the assessments because there were some of the old videos on YouTube, so it was confusing, but I got it and, because I am still in the age where I want to do everything without asking for help, naturally it took me some time. I learned that you are never too old to learn and discover new things to do. So I am very happy to say that I will recommend this course to anyone who wants to improve their English and also wants to make extra money or do it to travel. I am planning to give lessons online as I am busy doing homeschooling for my grandchild, who is in grade 7 at the moment.

What was the most nerve-racking moment and how did you overcome it?
Doing the assessments and looking at the videos until I got blue in the face. Asked for help with support and kept on going..
Pros
  • Learned how to teach
  • Learned more about the language and history
  • Feel more confident
69 people found this review helpful.
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Rudie
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

The TEFL Academy course

This course has been an eye opener in teaching and the methods The TEFL Academy uses. The approaches and technique in teaching are very student friendly in the fact that students interact and use the target language for practice. I enjoyed the course very much. Further more it enables the teacher to have all students be in a relaxed environment with other students and the teacher as well, by fully interacting in class. Again the course helps the teacher to practice methods of helping students to think very actively in class.

What would you improve about this program?
I would change the way that support is given to students whom study online,because it's a bit awkward with the tickets. I would implement a more direct manner.
Pros
  • The content of the course was up to standard
  • The methods used in teaching students are great.
  • And the time frame of the course is also not to long.
Cons
  • Student support needs a little working on
68 people found this review helpful.
Chris
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Amazing experience

Using the TEFL Academy to obtain my TEFL qualification was really straightforward and simple. I loved the self-guided learning, and the fact I could take it at my own pace. Any time I asked for support, the responses usually came within a few hours, and although I was skeptical to not have a dedicated 'tutor', in the end these fears were unfounded and everything worked really smoothly.

As for the course itself, I was really able to get a good handle on TEFL life, and what I'd need to know, and the assignments were great fun to complete. I would recommend it to everyone if they can do so.

If you did this all over again, what's one thing you would change?
I'm not sure I would change anything. I guess more assignment based activities, but nothing really was an issue.
Pros
  • Self guided learning
  • Easy access to tutor responses
  • Straightforward course
Cons
  • No real cons to share .
65 people found this review helpful.
Nonkululeko
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Course review

The course was very engaging and easy to follow . It made it easier for me to understand what is expected of a TEFL teacher and what to also expect if given the opportunity that teach in another country . Everyone from the teachers , admin etc were very helpful. When doing interviews I took what I learnt in the course and applied it during the interview. It eased whatever anxieties I had regarding being an ALT teacher . I stumbled with alot of problems with regards to the course but every issue I have had was fixed seamlessly through a simple email .

What was your funniest moment?
The classroom training .
Pros
  • Very engaging
  • Fun
  • Everything was explained so nicely and you never felt lost in that class.
Cons
  • None
59 people found this review helpful.
BRIGITA
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

My personal experience

This TEFL Level 5 (168-hour) certificate course was a completely new experience for me, as it was my first time studying TEFL online. At the beginning, I felt a bit nervous about completing the assignments, but the student support staff were extremely helpful and always guided me whenever I had questions. Their support made a big difference in my learning journey.

I genuinely enjoyed all of the units in the course. Each one was presented clearly, well-structured, and included a variety of engaging activities that made the learning process both effective and enjoyable. I also appreciated the wide range of additional resources provided, which allowed me to explore topics in greater depth whenever I wanted to.

Overall, I feel that I have gained a substantial amount of knowledge and have been equipped with practical tools, ideas, and inspiration to move forward in teaching English. I am very glad that I decided to take this course, and I would highly recommend it to others considering a TEFL qualification.

55 people found this review helpful.
Toby
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Retirement Project

I recently retired after a life working in science, engineering and business. After living in France for the last 12 years I realised that I want to stay in this wonderful country. I thought it would be a good idea to try my hand at teaching English, partly as an intellectual challenge, partly as a social activity and also to get a little bit of extra pocket money. The TEFL Level 5 course offered by the TEFL Academy has been the perfect introduction to this new phase of my life. I now realise there is a lot more to teaching English than just being a native speaker. The TEFL certification has given me the confidence to start teaching at the Institut International Langues et Affaires in Rambouillet, which I am enjoying very much.

71 people found this review helpful.

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