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Online TEFL Courses

Online courses are designed to give you an insight into the world of TEFL and are helpful if you are not able to take time out of work or get to a certain location to join a face-to-face course. Online TEFL courses are also some of the cheapest courses available. The disadvantage, of course, is that online courses will not include the real-world experience of observing and/or teaching authentic language classes. The course’s great popularity is largely down to its universal accessibility and professional presentation. You do have to like the idea of studying on your own, and be sufficiently self-motivated to get through it. Click here for more info on online tefl courses.


Bridge Linguatec 60 hr Online TEFL Course + YL & Business Endorsement

Spending a month away from home to attend a full-time TEFL course is not manageable for everyone. The Bridge-Linguatec TEFL Online certificate program is the perfect solution. Via Internet, we bring our expertise straight to you, in your home, preparing you to embark on your adventure of traveling and teaching English as a Foreign Language. Bridge Linguatec online TEFL courses also carry accreditation by ACCET, the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training. ACCET is an independent agency that reviews and certifies continuing education and training programs in the US.
From $425 | more info

Bridge Linguatec 60-hr Online TEFL course

Spending a month away from home to attend a full-time TEFL course is not manageable for everyone. The Bridge-Linguatec TEFL Online certificate program is the perfect solution. Via Internet, we bring our expertise straight to you, in your home, preparing you to embark on your adventure of traveling and teaching English as a Foreign Language. Bridge Linguatec online TEFL courses also carry accreditation by ACCET, the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training. ACCET is an independent agency that reviews and certifies continuing education and training programs in the US.
From $326 | more info

Cactus TEFL Online Courses English Language Awareness Course

Cactus TEFL Online English Language Awareness Course

This is a "pre-TEFL" course which is for you if you are worried that you don’t know enough English grammar, or if you'd just like a head start before starting an intensive course. This is also a brilliant means of preparing yourself for the Pre-Interview Tasks.
From $98 | more info

Global English 150 hour Level 2 TESOL - Email

This is an in-depth accredited TESOL course for career minded people. Gain greater grammar awareness and even more supported practice in creating lesson plans that will work for you in the course & beyond. In this way you will build the essential skills needed in the classroom. You will be awarded a level 2 Certificate of Educational studies in TESOL by the international TESOL accrediting body, ACTDEC.
From $614 | more info

Global English 150 hour Level 2 TESOL - Post

This is an in-depth accredited TESOL course for career minded people. Gain greater grammar awareness and even more supported practice in creating lesson plans that will work for you in the course & beyond. In this way you will build the essential skills needed in the classroom. You will be awarded a level 2 Certificate of Educational studies in TESOL by the international TESOL accrediting body, ACTDEC.
From $722 | more info

Global English 150 hour Level 2 TESOL with Teaching Practice in Portugal

This 4 module course is approximately 150 study hours and typically take between 2-4 months to complete. However, many of our students are balancing work/life commitments, so we allow up to 18 months for course completion. The course is graded by continuous assessment. There are short tasks and in-depth activities throughout the course with exam questions at the end of each module. A qualified EFL tutor will mark your answers and is available if you require any further help. Your final award is graded on the following scale: A, B or Pass and this is shown on your Global English Certificate and your written assessment which acts as a reference. You will also be awarded an ACTDEC level 2 Certificate of Educational studies in TESOL.
From $614 | more info

Global English 175 hour Level 2 TESOL with business - Email

Gain the expertise to teach both general and business English with confidence & enjoy better teaching prospects. Teaching business English is a growing and generally more lucrative area of TEFL and our students tell us this course is broadening their appeal to employers. This course is ideal if you are starting out in teaching but would like at least some of your teaching to be to adults or 1-1. A unique option for today’s TEFL market.mIn addition to your teaching business English certificate, you will be awarded a level 2 Certificate of Educational studies in TESOL by the international TESOL accrediting body, ACTDEC.
From $770 | more info

Global English 175 hour Level 2 TESOL with business - Post

Gain the expertise to teach both general and business English with confidence & enjoy better teaching prospects. Teaching business English is a growing and generally more lucrative area of TEFL and our students tell us this course is broadening their appeal to employers. This course is ideal if you are starting out in teaching but would like at least some of your teaching to be to adults or 1-1. A unique option for today’s TEFL market. In addition to your teaching business English certificate, you will be awarded a level 2 Certificate of Educational studies in TESOL by the international TESOL accrediting body, ACTDEC.
From $897 | more info

Global English 175 hour Level 2 TESOL with Teaching English to Young Learners

With this course you can gain the expertise to teach both general English and English to Young Learners with confidence & enjoy better teaching prospects. Starting off in TESOL is an exciting prospect and our level 2 course will take you step-by-step through the essential skills to succeed. But if you’d like to be teaching the 3-15 age groups you may need something more.
From $634 | more info

Global English 70 hour Level 1 TESOL

An online TESOL course that does not compromise on quality, support or essential methodology. Gain the skills and confidence to begin teaching…and a final certificate awarded by the international TESOL accrediting body, ACTDEC.
From $361 | more info

Global English 70 hour Level 1 TESOL with Teaching Practice in Portugal

An online TESOL course that does not compromise on quality, support or essential methodology. Gain the skills and confidence to begin teaching…and a final certificate awarded by the international TESOL accrediting body, ACTDEC.
From $361 | more info

Global English 90 hour Level 1 TESOL with Teaching English to Young Learners

This is an online TESOL course that does not compromise on quality, support or essential methodology. You can gain the skills and confidence to begin teaching, and a final certificate awarded by the international TESOL accrediting body, ACTDEC.
From $517 | more info

Guadalajara ITTO Online TEFL Course

Our online Teaching of English as a Foreign Language (TEFL TESOL) course is a practical and economical alternative to on-site courses. Many people are interested in a TEFL TESL career, but don’t have the time or money to travel somewhere to take part in classes in an actual classroom immersion environment. Also, some people don’t necessarily want to devote their lives to teaching, but simply want to travel and see the world for a few months or a few years, and teaching English is the perfect way to make money by teaching during their travels. An online course allows people to gain this certification at their own pace, often while they are living at home and working in a completely different field.
From $294 | more info

i-to-i Online TEFL Course & Grammar Module (60hrs)

Learn Online, Teach Anywhere

This successful Online TEFL course has helped 29,000 people to become qualified TEFL teachers since 1998.

The Online TEFL course has been designed to meet the demands of modern living and enable you to find teaching work abroad. When you enrol on the online course, you'll be assigned an experienced personal tutor who will guide you through the course, give positive and constructive feedback and ensure that you get the most out of your studies. You'll also get employment advice from your tutor and access to a database of more than 8,000 contacts for teaching jobs abroad.
From $359 | more info

i-to-i Online TEFL Course & Grammar Module + Specialist Modules (80 hours)

Learn Online, Teach Anywhere

This successful Online TEFL course has helped 29,000 people to become qualified TEFL teachers since 1998.

The Online TEFL course has been designed to meet the demands of modern living and enable you to find teaching work abroad. When you enrol on the online course, you'll be assigned an experienced personal tutor who will guide you through the course, give positive and constructive feedback and ensure that you get the most out of your studies. You'll also get employment advice from your tutor and access to a database of more than 8,000 contacts for teaching jobs abroad.
From $460 | more info

i-to-i Online TEFL Course (40hrs)

Learn Online, Teach Anywhere

This successful Online TEFL course has helped 29,000 people to become qualified TEFL teachers since 1998.

The Online TEFL course has been designed to meet the demands of modern living and enable you to find teaching work abroad. When you enrol on the online course, you'll be assigned an experienced personal tutor who will guide you through the course, give positive and constructive feedback and ensure that you get the most out of your studies. You'll also get employment advice from your tutor and access to a database of more than 8,000 contacts for teaching jobs abroad.
From $304 | more info

i-to-i Teaching Business English

Teaching Business English

As a TEFL tutor you'll need to adapt your teaching methods to meet the requirements of your students, so it's vital that you have an understanding of their specific needs and concerns.
From $78 | more info

i-to-i Teaching English One to One

Teaching English one-to-one

You could be doing one-to-one lessons in the school or privately outside of school. Most teachers find teaching one-to-one for a few hours a week is an ideal way to supplement their salary.
From $78 | more info

i-to-i Teaching English to Large Classes

Teaching English to Large Classes
Teaching large classes is quite common in Asia, especially China, India and South Korea. By large classes we mean 30 – 60 students, sometimes up to 100! What do you do when faced with a class of 50 students or even 100?
From $78 | more info

i-to-i Teaching with Limited Resources

Teaching with Limited Resources

As a TEFL tutor you'll need to adapt your teaching methods to the environment that you're working in, so it's important that you're ready for every eventuality. This course will prepare you for the many challenges and rewards of teaching in schools with limited resources.
From $78 | more info

i-to-i TEFL to Young Learners

TEFL to Young Learners
As a TEFL tutor you'll need to adapt your teaching methods to meet the requirements of your students, so it's vital that you have an understanding of the specific needs of the age groups you'll be teaching. This course will prepare you for the many challenges and rewards of teaching young learners.
From $78 | more info

i-to-i Using Audio and Video in the classroom

Using Audio and Video in the classroom

Using this technology in your lessons is no longer a choice but a necessity, which will bring your students one step closer to the real world in which English is spoken!
From $78 | more info

INTESOL International Certificate in TESOL - CD ROM version

This structured Certificate in TESOL TEFL certificate enjoys international recognition as an initial qualification due to its prestigious accreditation with the College of Teachers, the chartered body for the teaching profession. Successful completion of an INTESOL distance learning TEFL course demonstrates your initiative, self-motivation and ability to manage your time efficiently. These are all attributes you require as a TEFL teacher, and qualities employers will actively be seeking.
From $770 | more info

INTESOL International Certificate in TESOL - Paper Format

This structured Certificate in TESOL TEFL certificate enjoys international recognition as an initial qualification due to its prestigious accreditation with the College of Teachers, the chartered body for the teaching profession. Successful completion of an INTESOL distance learning TEFL course demonstrates your initiative, self-motivation and ability to manage your time efficiently. These are all attributes you require as a TEFL teacher, and qualities employers will actively be seeking.
From $858 | more info

INTESOL International CertTESOL Plus - CD ROM Version

For the INTESOL Certificate in TESOL PLUS, the overall aim is to provide a thorough course which includes a balance between the theory and methodology of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages, and to thoroughly prepare our trainees for teaching in any environment including ESOL Skills for Life, in a Business English setting and with Young Learners. This course is for those who want an advantage in the TESOL industry and the opportunity to prepare themselves for teaching different types of learners in different environments.
From $965 | more info

INTESOL International CertTESOL Plus - Paper Format

For the INTESOL Certificate in TESOL PLUS, the overall aim is to provide a thorough course which includes a balance between the theory and methodology of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages, and to thoroughly prepare our trainees for teaching in any environment including ESOL Skills for Life, in a Business English setting and with Young Learners. This course is for those who want an advantage in the TESOL industry and the opportunity to prepare themselves for teaching different types of learners in different environments.
From $1,063 | more info

Online (Barcelona) Online foundation TEFL course

Online foundation TEFL course

This course is intended for those with no, or very little, previous teaching experience.

It is a short introductory course for those with some interest in the English language teaching profession who wish to discover more fully what is involved in language teaching before committing to a fuller qualification.
From $142 | more info

Online TEFL Courses (continued)

Whilst these cannot be compared directly with 3 or 4-week intensive courses, they do enable you to gain a useful and insight into TEFL, and in countries where the there is a lower minimum requirement for the qualifications of teachers, these courses can serve as a ‘passport’ into teaching and a short introduction ideal for helping to orientate potential teachers who may be leaving the country on a very short term teaching mission, where teaching English is not designed to provide a sustainable source of income, or where teaching might take place on a casual basis.

Various good quality online TEFL courses are offered through Cactus TEFL. All these courses consist of a minimum of 10 modules, focussing on different areas of EFL including Student Motivation; Teacher Roles & EFL Methodology; Teaching of Grammar, Reading and Writing; Classroom Management and Lesson Planning. These courses are externally validated by reputable accrediting agencies. They also include a section on finding work in the UK and abroad, and provide you with useful publications as well as web sites that you may find interesting throughout the course. Even though the course providers cannot guarantee work they will help and guide you through the process of applying for a TEFL position.

Two basic online courses can be completed in approximately 40 hours, although the pace will vary and depends on your individual input. These basic 40 hour online courses can be upgraded to either a 60 hour online TEFL Diploma course that includes an additional grammar module or a 70 hour online diploma course to include a Young Learner or Business Endorsement. Upgrading your course will increase your chances of finding work and make you more confident as a language teacher!

Combining Online TEFL Courses with Other Programmes

It's quite common to take an online course as pre-course preparation for a full-time 4-week course, or similar. This will put you ahead, and help to 'soften the blow' of the intensity of these courses.