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The most internationally recognized online TEFL courses lead to a Level 5 qualification, which is the same level as the CELTA/Trinity CertTESOL. The minimum entry requirement for most well-paid jobs, with the best packages, is a Level 5 TEFL qualification. The online Level 5 version of our TEFL course leads to a Level 5 TEFL Diploma (168 hours). It's regulated by Ofqual (UK government department) and awarded by Qualifi, a UK government-recognized awarding body. A TEFL Diploma is simply a slightly higher level of qualification than a Certificate. It will help your CV/resume stand out against other applicants for TEFL jobs. Our diploma is the highest Level 5 Diploma available, so courses advertised as an Advanced Diploma are equal to our qualification. If you are looking for an introduction to TEFL and plan to look for casual work teaching English, such as volunteering, teaching whilst backpacking and some online teaching roles, then we recommend you choose a Level 3 online TEFL course. The Level 3 version of our course leads to a Level 3 TEFL Certificate (120hrs).

Online TEFL courses work the same as other online courses. Your course is made up of a number of different units. Throughout the course you will need to complete and pass a number of different tests and assignments. If you have any difficulty during the course, you can reach out to one of our qualified tutors who will be able to provide feedback and answer any questions.

An online TEFL course can take as long or as short as you’d like. For The TEFL Academy’s online TEFL courses, you have six months’ access to the course. Some students study full-time and complete the course in a matter of weeks. Others work part-time or full-time while doing the course, in which case it would take a few months. The beauty of an online TEFL course is that you can do it at your own pace. 

 “How do I know if my TEFL certificate is legit?” is a common question among soon-to-be TEFL teachers. The legitimacy of a TEFL course can be verified through its accrediting bodies.  The TEFL Academy courses are approved by the DEAC as meeting the criteria for Approved Quality Curriculum status.  We are further accredited by UK government-recognized accrediting bodies.

Online TEFL courses vary in cost. However, a TEFL qualification is an investment of both time and money. When it comes to qualifications, it’s wise to invest in a reputable, internationally recognized qualification.

Many of our students choose to start applying for jobs before they complete their qualifications. Employers will often accept applicants without a TEFL certificate, as long as they can prove they have enrolled on and started a suitable TEFL course. This is a good way of ensuring you have a job waiting as soon as you qualify. However, any students choosing to apply for jobs before they complete the course should bear in mind that we cannot be held responsible if you do not complete your course in time.  Some students struggle with the course more than others or are unable to commit to full-time study. The marking of assignments takes up to 5 working days (sometimes longer at busy times of the year). In addition, students should allow time to receive their certificate. We advise that students allow at least 4 weeks as contingency time to allow for any unforeseen circumstances. For example, a student planning to study full time and complete the course within 6 weeks should allow at least 10 weeks before they are likely to receive their certificate for visa/travel purposes.

Becoming a speaker is not open for everyone. We exclusively reach out to a few select speakers with proven experience in the field of TEFL. This approach ensures that we only have individuals who have considerable experience in their craft. If you’re a current or former teacher, an influencer with a significant following, or an author in the field, and would like to share your experience and knowledge about a particular subject you feel you understand and have first-hand experience on, then you can reach out to us on marketing@theteflacademy.com and we may consider your application.

Ofqual- (The Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation, a UK government department)-regulates qualifications, examinations and assessments in England and vocational qualifications in Northern Ireland. Ofqual is a non-ministerial UK government department. You can verify our qualifications on the Ofqual Register of Regulated Qualifications: Level 3 here, Level 5 here. Ofqual recognizes Awarding Organisations like Qualifi and regulate qualifications like ours. An Ofqual-regulated TEFL qualification will be recognised worldwide and is highly respected by employers.

Qualifi is an Ofqual (The Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation, a UK government department)-regulated awarding body. Qualifi have robust quality assurance systems and procedures in place which all course providers must successfully pass in order to offer their accredited qualifications. You can find out more about Qualifi on their website: https://qualifi.net