How To Get A Tefl/tesol Certificate

In years gone by most training courses required attendance at some form of training center. However, since the explosion of the internet and the wide availability of internet connected devices, online training has gradually become more and more popular. These days online courses have largely become the norm in many fields and they have also become widely accepted by employers as a legitimate route towards qualification. Although there are a few areas where online courses might struggle to replicate their in-class equivalent, online courses are clearly here to stay. If you have made the decision to complete your TESOL training via an online course, the next decision is which one to choose? The first thing to remember is that TESOL courses are normally classified by the average number...  [Read more]

If you go online and search for free TESOL courses you will be confronted by a confusing array of results. You will find several free course options on offer and many more that are suspiciously cheap. Your initial reaction might be that these options seem like a great deal and you can save some of your hard earned cash to put towards your upcoming teaching adventure, rather than spend it on your TESOL qualification. However, we would recommend you think about a few things before you sign up for any of these so-called ‘great deals’. One common feature of free or suspiciously cheap TESOL courses is that they often do not come with any form of certification included. Once complete, you are then offered various certification options at any extra cost. These options might be a PDF...  [Read more]

If you choose to take an online TESOL course you will have the luxury of choosing exactly where and when you study. You can work through your course at home in the evenings and on the weekends, or you could fit in what you can during your lunch break or when traveling to and from work. This kind of flexibility is one of the main reasons why our online courses are so popular. However, if you choose to attend one of our training centers to complete an in-class TESOL course, you will also have plenty of options. Our in-class course is currently available in a number of different countries, in most corners of the world. You could choose the training center that is closest to your home location, or you could choose one that is located close to where you would most like to live and work...  [Read more]

Only a few years ago a reasonable proportion of ESL employers still preferred their job applicants to possess an in-class TESOL course rather than an online equivalent. However, that number has grown less and less in recent times as the prevalence of online training has increased dramatically and many employers find it increasingly hard to fill their vacant positions. These days it is not only convenient and affordable to complete an online TESOL certificate course, it is also well worth it as your qualification will be welcomed by the vast majority of potential employers in most parts of the TESOL world. While online TESOL courses have become widely accepted by employers in recent years it is still important that you choose the right course to give you the best chance of securing...  [Read more]

This common question is not easy to answer as it depends on the individual TESOL course you decide to sign up for. There are many different options to choose from, whether it is an online course, an in-class course, or a course that blends the two study methods. Each study method has a variety of courses and each one comes with its own average completion time. By choosing ITTT as your TESOL course provider you will have access to a wide range of courses with varying lengths, level of difficulty, and study method, which means you should certainly find something to suit your individual situation. In general, TESOL courses are classified by how many hours they take to complete on average. A quick online search will reveal a wide range of courses starting from around 50 hours or even...  [Read more]

Once you have completed your TESOL certification you will be ready to start applying for jobs all over the world, or just those close to home. However, while most course graduates end up in mainstream classroom teaching jobs, many others find themselves in less common positions. Below we look at some of the more common options beyond standard classroom teaching. Once you have gained some experience you may consider moving to a managerial role. Examples would be Head of English or Director of Studies. Your teaching time would often be minimal in these roles as you will be overseeing the whole department. If your TESOL course involved a tutor then you may have been able to ask them about their experience. Typically an online TESOL trainer will, depending upon the company they are...  [Read more]

Many people find ESL jobs around the world with an online TESOL certification. The truth is, it is possible to find teaching jobs with no qualifications at all. The question you really need to ask is, can I get a job that pays well and offers good working conditions? Although the answer is still yes, you need to make sure that the course you choose is of the highest quality you can find. The unavoidable drawback of taking a TESOL course online is the obvious lack of any teaching practice. If your budget can stretch to a month-long in-class training course you will have many hours to practice the theory you have learned with real language learners in an authentic classroom environment. This type of course will open up a wider range of opportunities in many countries around the world....  [Read more]

  Our online TESOL courses offer many different features and one of the most popular with our trainees is their high level of flexibility. There are no set times when you have to be online and no fixed timetables for any part of our online courses, which allows you to fit your studies around your own personal responsibilities and lifestyle. You are free to decide for yourself when to study and how much you want to do at any one time. This freedom means you can take one of our online TESOL courses and still carry on with your existing commitments, such as work, family, or study. As there are no timetables to stick to, you can log in to your study dashboard whenever you have a bit of free time and do as much as you can with the time you have. The only real restriction we have with our...  [Read more]

  The popularity of China as a destination for English language teachers has steadily increased in recent years, and it is now right at the top of the list with an estimated 100,000 foreign teachers working in the country each year. As a result of an extraordinary economic boom, Chinese parents are more willing than ever to spend thousands of dollars on their children's English education to give them the best chance of success in the future. With over 300 million people learning English across the country, China's insatiable demand for English language teachers looks set to continue. As there are often more job opportunities than there are teachers to fill them, schools are willing to offer very good salaries and other benefits to attract teachers. Salaries vary depending on the...  [Read more]

  In the TEFL review, Matt describes how he was living and working as an English teacher in Japan when his employer asked him to get TEFL certified which he did through an online TEFL course with ITTT. Policy changes around the world mean that many countries now require their English teachers to have at least a 120-hour TEFL/TESOL certificate. ITTT's online courses are a great way to gain certification without having to take time off work. Below you can read feedback from an ITTT graduate regarding one section of their online TEFL certification course. Each of our online courses is broken down into concise units that focus on specific areas of English language teaching. This convenient, highly structured design means that you can quickly get to grips with each section before moving...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about Cheap TESOL Program and apply today to be certified to teach English abroad. You could also be interested in: This is how our TEFL graduates feel they have gained from their course, and how they plan to put into action what they learned: I.B. - Germany said: To say the least, I really gained a lot of information through this course. From tenses, to tests, this course gave me a look into the world of a TEFL teacher, highlighting how they teach and what they teach. Not in explicit detail, but with a very good summary of everything including the teachers role, the classes role, teaching aids, lesson planning, encouraging students, disciplining or acting out discipline, reported speech, passive voice and many other aspects of teaching, this course...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about Cours TESOL and apply today to be certified to teach English abroad. You could also be interested in: This is how our TEFL graduates feel they have gained from their course, and how they plan to put into action what they learned: A.W. – U.S.A. said: As a native english speaker, I learned how to look at english as a foreign language. This included understanding which tense is constructed in which manner and why and how it is used, which are things I took for granted or never fully realized as a native speaker. I used english according to what "sounded correct." I gained a new appreciation for my native language, its importance, and the way it is taught to non-naive speakers. Through this course I also learned how important it is to be a...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about Dates Weekend TESOL and apply today to be certified to teach English abroad. You could also be interested in: This is how our TEFL graduates feel they have gained from their course, and how they plan to put into action what they learned: D.S. - South Korea said: I have learned a great amount about the english language which has been forgotten. I have learned various teaching methodologies and skills that can be applied in english as well as other subjects. As a teacher armed with a TEFL certificate, I would like to use my certificate to secure jobs other than in the Republic of korea. This course was comprehensive and covered many areas necessary to anyone wanting to teach english. The skills gained from this course can be used where english...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about Company TESOL Celta and apply today to be certified to teach English abroad. You could also be interested in: This is how our TEFL graduates feel they have gained from their course, and how they plan to put into action what they learned: H.A. - Guatemala said: For me especially, as I had prior teacher training (but not as a language teacher), this course provided me with a foundation for understanding grammatical structures in english and being able to explain them. english is my first language, and I have to say that before this course my formal grammatical training in english was extremely limited. I know how to speak and write well in english, but I feel that this course has given me all of the structure and rules that I needed to know...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about Cost Celta TESOL and apply today to be certified to teach English abroad. You could also be interested in: This is how our TEFL graduates feel they have gained from their course, and how they plan to put into action what they learned: J.W. - Korea said: I have gained a lot from this course. My college degree is completely unrelated to english or teaching. So by taking this course, I have been able to review a lot of valuable information I haven’t seen in over 6 years. Also I have learn a lot of new information too. I think it should be a requirement to take a course similar to this before teaching ESL. The grammar points are crucial, the tips for games in class are nice, and the methodology for creating lesson plans work well. Last, I think...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Recognised and apply today to be certified to teach English abroad. You could also be interested in: This is how our TEFL graduates feel they have gained from their course, and how they plan to put into action what they learned: K. L. – U.S.A. said: I am incredibly pleased with what I have gained from this course. I have learned so many fine points about my native language that I would never have been able to explain previously. I see and hear sentences now and am able to identify tenses, parts of speech and how underlying meaning is communicated with ease. Beyond this, I feel prepared to facilitate a fun and engaging english class. I expect to learn a lot in the future about planning and conducting lessons, but I have gained the...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Forum and apply today to be certified to teach English abroad. You could also be interested in: This is how our TEFL graduates feel they have gained from their course, and how they plan to put into action what they learned: C.V. - Australia said: This course has taught me various teaching skills and knowledge needed to apply for my first TESOL job. I gained a better understanding of the applied teaching theories as well as the many challenges facing learners and the role of the teachers. The course has reminded me how important it is for a teacher to create an inclusive and dynamic classroom. Learning should be an enjoyable experience. It has given me the necessary tools to improve and enhance the quality of student learning by...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about Cost Complete TESOL and apply today to be certified to teach English abroad. You could also be interested in: This is how our TEFL graduates feel they have gained from their course, and how they plan to put into action what they learned: H.S. – U.S.A said: What I have gained from this course. 1. The most helpful gain I have learned is how to make the lesson plan using Engage – Study – Activate procedures. I think that I did considerable practice to make the lesson plans. 2. I had chances to learn various teaching ideas or teaching activities. I realized that such ideas and activities are so important to lead at the class. This course helped me to use such teaching aids. 3. I could understand english grammar more clearly, for...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about Cost Teaching TESOL and apply today to be certified to teach English abroad. You could also be interested in: This is how our TEFL graduates feel they have gained from their course, and how they plan to put into action what they learned: J.W. – U.S.A. said: I’ve taught english in china for a number of years and have been moderately successful on the side of inspiring students and creating an atmosphere of fun and friendship in the classroom. However, I have often felt like I was teaching “on a wing and a prayer” and consistent planning has been one of the areas I most needed to improve in. This course has forced me to practice planning and I hope that it will be easier for me in the future to plan my classes more methodically,...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about Cheap TESOL Centers and apply today to be certified to teach English abroad. You could also be interested in: This is how our TEFL graduates feel they have gained from their course, and how they plan to put into action what they learned: J.O. - China said: As for me, as I have already been teaching for a few years full time, it was more that this course acted to fill in gaps in my knowledge, and to improve on some areas I had room for improvement in. The main areas are around teaching grammar, which, up to this point I have been fortunate in that I haven’t needed to teach this much. But there have been a few occasions, especially when teaching 1-on-1 that I have needed to teach grammar, and I have found that immediately I have been able to...  [Read more]