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TEFL Certification - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
TEFL certification is an academic qualification that is typically required when applying for English language teaching positions in most countries worldwide. While it may still be possible to find teaching jobs without any relevant qualifications in a few of the less popular destinations, a TEFL certification from a reputable course provider is an essential ingredient when looking for TEFL jobs that pay a good salary and offer comfortable working conditions.
What is TEFL certification?
What does TEFL certification mean?
Should I get a TEFL or TESOL certification?
What are the requirements for TEFL certification?
How do I get TEFL certification?
Which TEFL certification course should I choose?
How much does TEFL certification cost?
Can I get free TEFL certification?
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TEFL Certification Cost - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
ITTT has a wide range of courses available to suit all requirements, budgets and time options. There are three possible routes to TEFL Certification with ITTT.
Completion of a course delivered…
All ITTT online courses are internationally accredited and come with online tutor support.
The course options include:
This is our best selling course which provides a good basic grounding to the skills and knowledge required to teach in an EFL classroom without having any previous experience. A 120-hour certificate is generally regarded as the minimum requirement for most TEFL employers worldwide.
This course combines the best selling 120-hour course from ITTT with an additional 50-hour certificate in teaching English online (CTEO), a skill which is continuing to grow in demand worldwide. The... [Read more]
What is TEFL certification? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
TEFL certification is the qualification that new English language teachers require to be eligible to apply for most teaching jobs, no matter where they are located. However, as there are no official guidelines governing TEFL certification, it can be a difficult task sifting through the many options available. An internet search will bring up a wide array of courses with huge variations in study time and cost, making the choice even harder.
How many study hours should I look for when researching TEFL certification?
In-class TEFL certification
Online TEFL certification
Combined TEFL certification
Other types of TEFL certification
TEFL course packages
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How do I get a job teaching English in Vietnam? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
To secure a job teaching English in Vietnam, follow these steps:
What are the requirements for teaching English in Vietnam?
Who are the main employers of English teachers in Vietnam?
What are the visa requirements for teaching English in Vietnam?
What is the best way to apply for English teaching jobs in Vietnam?
When is the best time to apply for English teaching Jobs in Vietnam?
Teaching English in Vietnam comes with specific requirements to adhere to the country's regulations. Aspiring teachers must possess a bachelor's degree, regardless of the major. Being a native English speaker is often a prerequisite, but non-natives can also qualify by demonstrating English proficiency, such as presenting an IELTS certificate. A TEFL certificate with a minimum of 120-hours of coursework... [Read more]
Should I get TEFL certification online? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
Gaining a TEFL certification online is now the most popular option among our course trainees worldwide. If you were to ask every trainee why they chose an online course you would get many different answers, but one that most people mention is the convenience of being able to complete the training from any location you choose. As long as you have an internet connection there is nothing stopping you from studying at home, during breaks from work, or while traveling. The other main benefit of online study is the high level of flexibility involved. ITTT online TEFL courses have no fixed timetable of study and no set times when you have to be online, you decide for yourself when and how much you study. It is entirely up to you.
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Is there TEFL certification near me? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
Our in-class TEFL certification courses are available in a variety of locations around the world, and there might even be one near you. This type of course is very popular as many trainees find it more productive to be taught in person by an experienced teacher trainer rather than having to work through the course materials alone.
In-class TEFL course basics
In-class TEFL course trainers
In-class TEFL course teaching practice
In-class TEFL course accommodation
In-class TEFL course locations
In-class TEFL course locations in Europe
In-class TEFL course locations in Asia
In-class TEFL course locations in the Americas
In-class TEFL course locations in Africa and the Middle East
Main benefits of an in-class TEFL course
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How much does TEFL certification cost? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
As we provide a variety of different TEFL courses utilizing different study methods, there is no one price for our TEFL certification. Our range of courses includes several online options with study times of between 50 hours and 550 hours. We also have over twenty international locations offering our in-class TEFL course and a combined course that mixes both online and in-class study.
What is the cost of a standard online TEFL course?
What is the cost of an in-class TEFL course?
What is the cost of a combined TEFL course?
What is the cost of a specialized TEFL course?
What is the cost of an advanced TEFL course?
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What does TEFL certification mean? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
The obvious place to start is with the acronym TEFL, what does it actually stand for? TEFL stands for Teaching English as a Foreign Language and it can be used to refer to any situation where a non-native English speaker is being taught English. Technically, TEFL refers to situations where English is being taught in a non-English speaking country, but in most circumstances it is commonly used regardless of the learning environment. TEFL is also the name given to teacher training courses and the resulting certification that potential teachers undertake in order to meet the qualification criteria set out by most international employers of English language teachers.
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5 Minute Activity: 3 Words per Category - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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This is a fun 5-minute activity for your ESL classroom. Have your students write 3 words per category as fast as they can.
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How to Take Advantage of Your TEFL Certification - TEFL Blog
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The questions should be why not, everyone who is a native speaker or just fluent in the language of English and loves to share with other people, this is the perfect opportunity. English is a global language, everyone around the world is connected through this language. Especially, people who are already teaching English in school, they should finish this course, it provides them an invaluable opportunity to explore the world, to learn about new cultures through interacting with their students, to share their knowledge on a global level.
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Africa and the Middle East are known for their rich resources. The fast expanding economies also have some of the highest TEFL salaries globally. - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
No matter where in the world you intend to teach after completing your TEFL course, there will be certain requirements that you will need to meet in order to work as an English teacher. These requirements may involve qualifications, visa regulations, experience or whether you are a native or non-native English speaker. Countries in the Middle East/North Africa region differ somewhat in what is required of English teachers wanting to work there. This infographic aims to highlight the main requirements for some of the countries in the region.
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What are the requirements for TEFL certification? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
All you really need to teach English abroad is a strong desire to try something new and a teaching qualification that will show potential employers that you have undergone some level of teacher training. The internationally recognised qualification in this situation is a TEFL certificate and these courses typically have few set requirements.
What level of English is required to take a TEFL course?
What age limits are there with TEFL courses?
What educational background do I need to take a TEFL course?
Do English language teachers need to be bilingual?
Do qualified teachers still need to complete a TEFL course?
Do I need to know a lot about grammar to teach English abroad?
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Will TEFL certification help you teach English? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
Definitely! Just as we expect professionals like surgeons or pilots to be trained, students expect their English instructors to be both knowledgeable and skilled. A TEFL certification ensures two primary competencies:
Thus, being TEFL-certified not only bolsters your expertise but also fosters trust and credibility among students.
So how can taking a TEFL certification provide this knowledge?
The second major component mentioned at the start, that of Classroom skills.
In conclusion:
First you need to find a course that offers these components.
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A TEFL course, otherwise known as "Teaching English as a Foreign Language," is an essential educational component for any foreign language educator who wishes to teach English in their own country or to non-native students living abroad ("What's the Difference Between CELTA and TEFL?" 2019). To be certified to teach English as a foreign language, a language educator possess at least a TEFL or TESOL certification, with a degree of practical, in-class teaching experience. The most prestigious TEFL courses, such as CELTA (Cambridge English Teaching Language Assessment), are accredited, which means their curriculum has been reviewed and accepted by international committees to ensure that they meet local, national, or international language standards. Most... [Read more]
How much is TEFL certification in the UK? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
The UK, being an English-speaking nation, produces a considerable number of TEFL certified teachers who find employment in various countries worldwide. However, due to the high cost of living, many opt for online TEFL training or pursue it in a foreign center, where operational costs are lower and there is a high demand for qualified instructors. Interestingly, most first-time UK teachers usually venture overseas for initial job opportunities as experienced teachers returning from abroad typically secure the available positions within the UK.
How much does an in-class TEFL course cost in the UK?
Should I look overseas for my TEFL course?
What about taking a TEFL course online?
Does ITTT offer in-class TEFL courses in the UK?
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How do I get TEFL certification? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
If you plan to teach in your home country or you are yet to decide on a location, taking an online TEFL course might be a good way to start as it offers a flexible and convenient route towards certification.
How does an online TEFL course work?
How does an in-class TEFL course work?
How does a combined TEFL course work?
How will I receive my TEFL certification?
If you have a specific destination for teaching in mind it is often best to head there or to a nearby location to complete an in-class TEFL course. Following this path will allow you to find a suitable job in your preferred area and you will be more than ready to start teaching as soon as your course is complete.
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Benefit From Your Tefl Certification As A Non Native Teacher - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
In this Live Event, our TEFL expert Liza will share her tips on how to make use of your TEFL certificate at 100% if you are a non-native English teacher. #TEFL#BestTEFL #TeachEnglishOnline Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Click here and get started today: https://bit.ly/37gs5vO What is TEFL Certification? Where is it valid: https://bit.ly/36ma2Fg Check out our wide range of TEFL Courses: https://bit.ly/3ltqt73 Teach English online from anywhere you want: https://bit.ly/3ltqEPL
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How to Benefit from Your TEFL Certification as a Non-Native Teacher - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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This is a frequently asked question, and it can start to be answered by asking another question… Where are you in your ESL teaching career? Regardless of your answer, there will be a course that will meet your specific needs. So what are the options?Let us start with the basics; the minimum qualification required by most ESL employers worldwide is a 120-hour TEFL or TESOL certificate course. The good news is that there are a number of ways in which this can be achieved.
TEFL or TESOL
Travel to learn or stay at home?
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What are online TEFL courses like?
a. 120-hour TEFL certification
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c. Diploma level courses
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10 Things You Should Know about TEFL/TESOL Certification - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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Can I get free TEFL certification? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
At ITTT our range of courses is designed to cover every possible situation and each individual course comes complete with all the materials required to successfully complete it. Our materials are designed by some of the most experienced professionals in the EFL world and every course includes the added support of professional tutors, either online or in person. Because of the amount of time and effort that goes into maintaining these high standards we are unfortunately not able to offer any of our main TEFL courses free of charge. Instead, we do all we can to keep our overheads down to ensure each and every course is priced at the most affordable level possible.
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Should I get a TEFL or TESOL certification? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
If you enroll on a TEFL or TESOL certification course with ITTT you get to decide which acronym you have printed on your certificate. Either TEFL or TESOL is fine as they are used interchangeably throughout much of the English language teaching world. However, if you have a clear plan as to where you want to work, it is worth doing a bit of research to see which of the two is more commonly used in your chosen destination. If most employers are asking for TEFL qualified teachers in their job adverts then it makes sense to go with that option, and vice versa if TESOL certificates are more common.
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English has quickly become the leading language of the world. Whether we like it or not, most countries have chosen English as the language of business and international interaction, and because of this, many are pushing their people to learn English as a second language. To help guide this initiative, many businesses, schools, and private households are hiring native English-speakers to teach English to those wishing to learn. While learning directly from a native speaker is the ideal way to learn a new language, unfortunately, it is common for many English speakers to go abroad and hope to be able to teach effectively with no prior teacher training.
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Which online TEFL certification is the best for teaching online? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
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Types of online TEFL certification
Uses of these qualifications
Online TEFL courses can be easily distinguished based on the average completion time.
Weekend Courses: Often promoted as "introductory courses," these are primarily conducted over weekends to accommodate those already employed, providing an insight into TEFL. Given their time limitation (approximately 10 hours), they offer limited content on teaching and learning, yet they can be beneficial in determining whether undertaking a comprehensive course is really for you.
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Review From Tefl Students In Greece - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
These two TEFL graduates enjoyed their in-class course in Corinth. They felt that they received a high-quality training course in Greece that was fast paced, challenging but also extremely helpful for their future careers. One of the trainees with previous teaching experience was able to build up on his skills and improve his teaching style. The other trainee especially enjoyed learning about lesson planning and creating interactive lessons for their students. They enjoyed the variety in students they got to teach ranging from young learners all the way to adult students.
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10 Things You Should Know About TEFL/TESOL Certification - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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Do qualified teachers need a TEFL certification? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
While certified teachers possess the fundamental skills to educate, acquiring a TEFL certification significantly enhances their ability to teach English abroad. Many qualified teachers opt for TEFL certification to address the distinct challenges of teaching English as a foreign language. Whether you are a newly qualified teacher seeking international classroom experience or a seasoned educator wanting to explore new cultures, a TEFL certification makes your CV/resume stand out, offering an edge in securing premier teaching roles worldwide.
Do qualified teachers need a TEFL certificate?
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Will a TEFL certificate get my CV/resume to the top of the pile?
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TEFL/TESOL stands for Teaching English as a foreign language, whether you are a native speaker which means you are born in an English-speaking country or a non-native speaker which means you are not, you can get a TEFL certificate to be a certified English teacher. It's a certificate for those who wish to teach English as a second language with minimal or no teaching experience. Students who wish to learn English as a second language are known as ELLs which stands for English Language learners.
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Are free or cheap TEFL / TESOL Certification courses worth it? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
Marketing ploy: The course itself may be free or cheap, but legitimate TEFL / TESOL certification comes at a cost.
This practice is increasingly common across various online course providers. While you can access the course content for free or at a minimal fee, obtaining a certificate often requires an additional payment. Essentially, you end up paying for the certification, making the overall cost similar to that of a regular course where certification is included in the price.
Hours: Free TEFL / TESOL courses often lack the necessary study hours.
Accreditation: Most free TEFL / TESOL courses lack recognition.
Considering the adage "You get what you pay for?.
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Do I need a TEFL / TESOL certification to teach English overseas or online. - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
If you're contemplating TEFL /TESOL certification , you're likely curious about the prerequisites for teaching English overseas or online. Factors such as the type of TEFL / TESOL certification needed, educational background, teaching experience, and whether you're a native or non-native English speaker are pivotal.
Generally, there are only two requirements: Being a Native or near Native English speaker and a TEFL / TESOL certificate. In some countries a third requirement is a Degree.
TEFL / TESOL certification is often a fundamental requirement for teaching English overseas. Employers will often expect to see that you have completed a 120-hour TEFL / TESOL certificate course .
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