Combined Level 5 TEFL Course in South Africa

Combined Level 5 TEFL Course in South Africa

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

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
Jul 07, 2025
7 travelers are looking at this program

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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COMMUNITY REVIEWS SUMMARY

This TEFL course offers thorough, well-structured content with strong support and practical teaching methods.

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

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Program Reviews

4.86 Rating
based on 286 reviews
  • 5 rating 86.01%
  • 4 rating 13.99%
  • 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
Showing 41 - 48 of 286 reviews
Brendan
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

TEFL level 5 is the best!

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

I had a fantastic experience with The TEFL Academy! Their course was not only highly educational but also incredibly user-friendly. The online platform was easy to navigate, with clear instructions and well-organized content that made learning straightforward and enjoyable.

The material was thorough and engaging, covering everything I needed to feel confident about teaching English as a foreign language. I appreciated the balance of theory and practical applications, which helped me build both knowledge and teaching skills.

The support team was prompt and helpful whenever I had questions, and the course structure allowed me to learn at my own pace, which was a huge plus. I feel well-prepared to take on teaching opportunities thanks to this comprehensive program.

Highly recommended for anyone looking to start their TEFL journey!

75 people found this review helpful.
Shano-Lee
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Excellent

The combined TEFL course from The TEFL Academy was insightful, promoted critical thinking and covered all the necessary information needed to teach English online. From lesson planning to execution, this course was set out in an organized, clear manner. Within 2 weeks of receiving my certificate, I already have two job opportunities teaching English online. After the course, a CV and cover letter template is sent out as a guide, which was extremely helpful. My assignments was marked within 3 days. Extremely happy student!

What is your advice to future travelers on this program?
Don't hesitate to get your certification through The TEFL Academy. My phone calls were answered within 2 minutes. All of the tutors are extremely helpful and deliver insightful feedback on all assignments. 10/10!
Pros
  • Organized structuring of units
  • Grammar revision
  • End of unit quizzes
Cons
  • Need sufficient time to complete
69 people found this review helpful.
Thembeka
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Combined Level 5 TEFL South Africa

The content for the course was well designed, it was easy to read and to navigate through. The language was graded, where sometimes I did not need to ask for tutors support. The tutors responded very quickly to any questions. The content was both theoretical and practically. This created a fun learning experience. The content for the course catered for all types of learners i.e., visual, reading and writing, auditory and kinesthesis. Because I did the combined course, I undergone a classroom teaching practice, which was interesting and engaging. The teacher taught us a lot of tips on teaching English as a foreign language for different types groups i.e., young, teenagers and adults.

What was the most nerve-racking moment and how did you overcome it?
The most nerve-racking moment was when I did my first assignment, I was very nerve as cannot understand what was required. I overcome the problem by asking the tutor to help me on how to navigate though the assignment. The tutor was very kind enough to give me hints and ideas to help pave my way though the my first assignment.
Pros
  • It improved my grammar and vocabulary skills
  • It improved my critical thinking skills
  • It taught me that time management is very important
Cons
  • Some of the content was repeated between units
  • Some of the units were very long
  • You cannot download notes or video, which means you have to rely on writing lengthy note, hence time consuming
69 people found this review helpful.
Winnie
4/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Excellent course!

The Level 5 TEFL course was fantastic! It’s detailed, engaging, and well-structured, providing me with all the tools I need to succeed as an English teacher. The support team was always prompt and helpful, ensuring I had everything I needed to excel. This course has not only equipped me with the skills to teach English confidently but also opened up countless opportunities for my career. I highly recommend the Level 5 TEFL Academy to anyone looking to embark on a rewarding journey as an English teacher. It’s an investment in your future that’s truly worth it!

What was your funniest moment?
The best of the course for me was the 10hr practical session, it was engaging and interactive. I learnt a lot and it was nice to rub minds with people with similar aspirations like yourself.
Pros
  • Interactive
  • Engaging
  • Stimulating
Cons
  • It was a bit long, so it was easy to lose focus
59 people found this review helpful.
Shabina Arif
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

A fantastic experience with the TEFL Academy

I thoroughly enjoyed the TEFL course. The course structure was straightforward, making it easy to follow, with clear guidelines and excellent study materials. It struck a great balance between theoretical concepts and practical skills, ensuring I felt prepared to teach. The support team was highly responsive and professional, addressing any concerns quickly. This course gave me the tools and skills necessary to begin my journey, and I would strongly recommend it to other individuals who are interested in this path.

62 people found this review helpful.
Charl
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

TEFL level 5 Course

I had recently retired and was very stressed about finding work to supplement my pensionable income. I had been toying with the idea of teaching English online for awhile since I decided on taking early retirement from a very stressful job, working in the media industry. I put my mind to it and took up the TEFL level 5 course as I felt that was the highest that was available. I realized from the onset that it would be a lot of dedication that the hours needed for the course and all the extra reading and studying would take me at least 2 months. I must admit I did lose a little hope after the 3rd section realizing that I had forgotten so many grammar rules, and how would I remember them, but I buckled down and realized that a little hard work wouldn't kill anyone. The course is structured in a very logical way and the progression it took was invaluable. I can honestly say that now that I have completed the course, I really enjoyed it and felt ready to take on whatever would come my way. I feel equipped to be able to impart all this wonderful knowledge I possess to the many hungry students wanting to learn English. I know that my past expertise in the media industry and having many people under me which I mentored and taught, would assist me greatly in my new teaching career. I will be a very good teacher and am absolutely positive that having done this course was the best decision I have made. Thank you to The TEFL Academy for putting together an amazing course, may you continue to encourage new young and old upcoming teachers to a wonderful career in teaching English to foreign students.

What was the most nerve-racking moment and how did you overcome it?
Learning grammar rules that I had forgotten 45 years ago, but like Celine Dion sang " It's all coming back to me now! I little extra reading and I knew that in my heart of hearts I had made the right choice.
Pros
  • Getting to know the history of English
  • The wonderful extra sessions and google meets from those who are in the filed already
  • You are never alone in this!
Cons
  • The extra reading was daunting but once done it was worth it
  • The dedication needed was not realized right at the beginning
  • The stress of assignments.
67 people found this review helpful.
Lionel
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Not what I expected

I am a impulsive person. One day in November 2024 I got stressed out about finances. I am a business owner and thing do get tough sometimes. So, impulsively, I enrolled for this TEFL course. I thought this was going to be a quick and easy online course. I'll do it in a week, get my certificate and off I go to China. Of course it's not that easy. What was I thinking?

I'll tell you this. This course has opened my eyes to possibilities. It has also prepared me for the BCom I am starting with in January 2025.

The (3) assignments in the TEFL Level 5 course are really challenging. This is what I've always expected from an online learning program. Not just multiple choice questions, but assignments that really challenge you and test your comprehension of the knowledge conveyed.

Since I am MD of my business, I have not yet decided how I want to use my new qualification. I want to get to a point where I can remove myself from the business' operations and then go do something else, something useful or perhaps start an online English school of my own. Or perhaps the most exciting of all, travel the world.

I would definitely recommend this program to anyone who are interested in a TEFL career. The program is well structured and the content is comprehensive.

What was the most nerve-racking moment and how did you overcome it?
When I realised that this wasn't just some online course but a full-on diploma. Then, knowing that this is equivalent to 2nd year BCom, I got freaked out a little, because I just enrolled for BCom and I have not received any proper tertiary education to date. But, I spent the time, read the instructions for my assignments carefully and I successfully completed the course.

Also, the 10 hour practical training was quite intense but very educational.
Pros
  • Online
  • Self-Paced
  • In-depth content
Cons
  • Instructors do take a bit long to respond (albeit, I didn't need them that much)
63 people found this review helpful.
Kimberleigh
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Opportunity Filled

The TEFL course was the best decision. Not only were the instructions clear but the tutor support provided assisted immensely. The course was easy to follow and the activities were very interactive giving a wholesome experience. The TEFL Academy has provided me with an opportunity to explore the world and charter new countries. I love that once you've completed the course there is assistance for job placements as well as internships. I highly recommend this course to anyone looking for a new beginning in life.

If you did this all over again, what's one thing you would change?
If I did this again, I wouldn't procrastinate as long as I did. The fear was more in my head and once I conquered I realised I could of done this a while ago.
Pros
  • The tutor support
  • The option to extend the course
  • The Extra links to do further research
Cons
  • Procrastination
52 people found this review helpful.

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