Location
  • South Africa
    • Cape Town
    • Port Elizabeth
    • Pretoria
    • Johannesburg
    • Durban
Length
168 hours
Training Type
Classroom

Program Details

Teaching Practicum
Yes
Job Placement
No
Certifications
TEFL
Weekly Classroom Hours
10
Age Min.
16

Pricing

Starting Price
490
Price Details
The prices differ depending on what country you are doing your TEFL course in, so please check on the website for accurate information depending on your location.
What's Not Included
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Nov 20, 2024
Apr 14, 2025
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About Program

Our Combined 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.

Our course is designed with potential employers in mind. Within the industry, some employers prefer “hands-on” study rather than purely online. This is why our combined course provides 10 hours in the classroom with an additional 158 hours of online study. This course will give you the confidence you need for the classroom and allow you to have a competitive edge in the job marketplace.

The 10-hour weekend classroom course is designed to break down the fundamentals of TEFL. Within those 10 hours you will have teaching opportunities while also gaining knowledge from other students in the classroom.

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Program Highlights

  • Level 5 qualification (same level as CELTA/Trinity CertTESOL)
  • Internationally recognised
  • Qualifies you to apply for paid & volunteer internships
  • 6-months access to online campus
  • 3 Free Top-Up Courses

Program Reviews

4.86 Rating
based on 274 reviews
  • 5 rating 86.13%
  • 4 rating 13.87%
  • 3 rating 0%
  • 2 rating 0%
  • 1 rating 0%
  • Instruction 4.9
  • Support 4.9
  • Value 4.8
  • Academic Rigor 4.35
  • Job Assistance 4.45
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Alyssa
4/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Review on my TEFL experience

I have not received any position overseas yet, but my hope is to use the skills taught effectively. The coursework gave new, innovative methods to use in not just my English classroom but with all lessons I prepare. The course also provided a lot of course material that I can use for my classroom work. I also learned that English is not as easy as you thought. When having to teach it to others, there are many factors you need to consider when preparing for your lessons. Teachers also have to use a lot more interactive teaching styles that suit the learners.

What would you improve about this program?
Just that the instructions on portfolio needs to be more clearer, after you have failed 1st attempt.
Pros
  • Leaned new teaching methods
  • Relieved re resource material
  • How to adapt work you provide for my leaners
Cons
  • Alot of reading materials
  • Not enough time to complete assignments
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Olivia
4/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Very Good Experience

The online lessons were easy to follow and managed on the online platform. The study material was of a high quality yet easy to understand, and the assignment gave me a good understanding of what to expect when teaching.The face-to-face practical 10-hour class was very helpful and good

The staff was always very helpful and friendly. When I did need assistance, they were eager to help and clarified all questions I had in record time. Every query was attended to and sorted quickly. Tutors were amazing, giving very valuable comments on my assignments and marking the assignments in record time. Overall a good experience.

What was the most nerve-racking moment and how did you overcome it?
Submitting assignments and waiting for the results
Pros
  • Easy to navigate and understand
  • Lots of relevant examples
  • Staff was great and quick to respond
Cons
  • Not much help in finding jobs
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1 person found this review helpful.
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Desire
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Having fun

I am so happy i finished my course i am in the process of teaching online english on a few platforms to learners overseas and to help them to achieve their goals. If you love helping people achieve their goals and also want to travel the world this course is for you. They are amazing and would recommend them to anyone the course is also very interesting and helpful. If you love to travel the world and meet new people then this course is for you. They help you with everything to help you find a job after your course with CV and cover letter help.

What was the most surprising thing you saw or did?
It was the history of English did not know the history and it was really surprising to learn about it and to know form where english started.
Pros
  • Easy material
  • Can go through material in a busy schedule
  • Can help you gain knowledge
Cons
  • Assignments are bit difficult
  • Some Units are a bit to long to go through
  • The tenses are a bit bit difficult must collaborate more there
1 person found this review helpful.
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Amy
4/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Level 5 TEFL Course

The structure of the course is incredibly well written and thought out. The layout of the course is incredibly helpful and prepares you so well for the all the assignments that they test us with, I felt more than relieved to know that they prepare you as much as possible before tackling the assignments they give you. In addition, the course feels like it is constantly updated to include new teaching resources, materials, the use of AI and available job listings. Truthfully, they have eased any and all anxieties I had about what this course would entail and what my future look like.

What was the most nerve-racking moment and how did you overcome it?
Before I went to the 10h in person class, I let my nerves and anxieties get the better of me and thought that our teacher Martin, was going to tell me that I could never become a teacher, let alone one that teaches English. However, after meeting new friends and realizing that we all seemed to feel the same. A lot of my nerves disappeared and I felt like I could enjoy the class for what it is and build my confidence in the classroom too.
Pros
  • Simple
  • Understandable
  • Helpful
Cons
  • It can feel long
1 person found this review helpful.
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Mzomuhle
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

The TEFL Experience

This learning to teach English as a foreign language experience has been a very relaxed one. I did not have to leave home, South Africa, to engage with the content. The staff support was amazing, agile, and friendly. The content was a gradual build-up of stuff I knew and a lot of material that developed my English grammar and increased my confidence in teaching the language. Through this learning experience, I am making inroads to travel overseas as I am currently applying to teach English abroad. I am feeling positive as one with a new lease of life🙂

What would you improve about this program?
I am happy there is a complementary program (course) that involves 6 hours of practical teaching. I would be even happier had here was an option that incorporates the practical course with the main (content) course.
Pros
  • Studying at home
  • Self-pacing
  • Deeper knowledge of English grammar
Cons
  • Lengthy content
1 person found this review helpful.
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Marli
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Informative and exciting!

The TEFL Academy was absolutely fantastic in providing the necessary information needed to become a qualified TEFL teacher. I also had the opportunity of attending the 19 hour practical lesson which made a big difference in how I approached my assignments. It created a solid foundation for the coursework and I am grateful I could afford this process.

Not only was the coursework challenging, but it was also simplified in an applicable manner.

I will continue to recommend the TEFL Academy to anyone who is interested in following the TEFL route.

If you did this all over again, what's one thing you would change?
The one thing I would change about this course is my own approach to it. Once I got into the course I enjoyed it so much. However, at the start I just viewed it as another course to study and did not invest myself as much as I should’ve and could’ve. This process could’ve been more enjoyable if I did not stand in my own way.
Pros
  • Academically challenging
  • Supportive staff
  • Interesting content
Cons
  • My initial negative attitude
  • Not receiving percentages on my assignments
  • Nothing else
1 person found this review helpful.
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Margi
4/5
Yes, I recommend this program

TEFL Level 5

I recently completed my TEFL Level 5 certificate. I was a bit bummed that I didn't do the level 5 or know about it earlier because it had a lot of the work in that I had already completed in the normal 120 hours TEFL course. So it's better to just do the level 5 from the beginning. The TEFL Academy has a great support system they respond to your requests really quickly. I actually forgot to extend my time to complete my certificate, and two weeks later, they were still willing to help me without charging me extra.

What was the most nerve-racking moment and how did you overcome it?
I was stressed about the grammar , I'm a native English speaker. And the grammar in English can sometimes be somewhat challenging. I just bit the bullet and did it 🙃
Pros
  • Can do the course at home
  • On your own time
  • The tests are done at home
Cons
  • It’s similar to the 120 hr TEFL course
1 person found this review helpful.
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Kaylee
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

The TEFL Academy Level 5 Course

The TEFL Academy truly delivered on its promise to prepare me for teaching English abroad. The course was incredibly well-structured and provided me with a solid foundation in teaching methodologies, classroom management, and lesson planning. I especially found the video's on their Youtube and their feedback to be invaluable. Thanks to The TEFL Academy, I feel much more confident and excited about starting my TEFL career.I was particularly impressed with how the course translated theory into practical skills. The lesson planning modules were especially helpful, and the feedback I received on my assignments was detailed and constructive, directly improving my ability to design engaging and effective lessons. The resources provided, beyond the core course materials, like the YouTube videos, offered diverse perspectives and real-world examples that enriched my learning experience.

What was the most nerve-racking moment and how did you overcome it?
Initially, I felt quite overwhelmed by the prospect of choosing the right TEFL course. The decision was nerve-wracking, as I wanted to ensure I invested my time and resources wisely. However, The TEFL Academy provided exceptional support and clarity. They equipped me with all the necessary information about each course, which systematically addressed my concerns and ultimately transformed my uncertainty into confidence.
Pros
  • Exceptional support: The TEFL Academy provides outstanding assistance to its students.
  • Clarity: The TEFL Academy offers clear and easy-to-understand information.
  • Confidence-building: The TEFL Academy's support and information help transform uncertainty into confidence.
8 people found this review helpful.

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