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Fast Track: The Professional 240-hour TEFL Qualification
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240 Hour TEFL Course | International Standard | Employers Choice
Boost your TEFL training with our most comprehensive accredited International standard online TEFL course qualification – the 240-Hour Professional TEFL Course. Most TEFL employers require a minimum of 120-hours of teacher training. With this course, you’ll get twice the amount to really impress future TEFL employers.
Included are the 120 Hour Advanced International TEFL Course and four specialist courses:
✨ 30-Hour Teaching IELTS
✨ 30-Hour Teaching Advanced Grammar
✨ 30-Hour Teaching Business English
✨ 30-Hour Teaching Young Learners
What You'll Get
240-Hour Professional TEFL Certificate
Personal Tutor Support
Internationally Recognised Digital Certificate
Free Jobs Coaching Seminars
Study Using the TEFL App
Lifelong Certification & Reference Letter
6 Months Course Access
Extended training for full-time TEFL careers
Higher recognition in competitive job markets
Free Certified Course Bundle worth €685 Included with Your Purchase
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30 Hour Teach English Online
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30 Hour Teach Young Learners
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AI / Chat GPT Mastery Guru
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30 Hour Advanced Grammar for TEFL Teachers
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29 hrs of Weekly TEFL Mentorship (Online)
About This Course
We’ve created our TEFL courses with even the busiest of lifestyles in mind. You’ll have six months to complete the course. And, since it’s all online, you can fit your studies around your other commitments. We’ve also added videos, quizzes and real-life scenarios into our training for a truly engaging learning experience.
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Who can take this course
- Native or fluent in English, with strong communication skills
- Interested in teaching English online or in non-native English-speaking countries
- Aged 17 or older and looking to earn a professional qualification
- Keen to get certified quickly and start teaching within a month
What You'll Learn
By the end of this module, you will:
- Understanding your students’ motivations and needs for studying English.
- Learn all about historic and modern TEFL teaching methodologies.
- Recognise different learner levels using the CEFR scale.
By the end of this module, you will:
- Understand the “role” teachers play in the TEFL classroom.
- Know how to carry out successful classroom management.
- Learn about errors and error correction techniques.
- Understand your learners’ needs and how to effectively meet them.
By the end of this module, you will:
- Learn the basic concepts involved in English grammar and how to teach it.
- Develop a great understanding of different approaches to teaching grammar.
- Understand how to apply various TEFL concepts in order to deliver excellent grammar lessons.
By the end of this module, you will:
- Understand what it means to “know” a word, how to group lexis, and the various features of vocabulary.
- Learn how students acquire language in their first and second languages.
- Develop practical vocabulary teaching methods and strategies.
- Learn how to apply activities to teach vocabulary to your learners
By the end of this module, you will:
- Learn about reading and listening skills, including understanding all about “assumptions” and “schemata”.
- Develop a great understanding of reading and listening activities, materials, and authentic resources.
- Learn how to structure a successful receptive skills lesson.
By the end of this module, you will:
- Learn about effective speaking communication skills, as well as writing skills.
- Understand various speaking and writing activities and materials that you can use in your classes.
- Develop a deeper understanding of how skills can help learners to improve their language.
By the end of this module, you will:
- Understand common phonological concepts such as the features of pronunciation, accents, and challenges learners face.
- Know how to teach articulation for better pronunciation.
- Understand phonetics, word stress and features of connected speech.
- Apply phonology and pronunciation techniques to your TEFL classroom.
By the end of this module, you will:
- Learn how to create excellent formal and informal lesson plans.
- Understand different lesson plan approaches, including systems (PPP for vocabulary and grammar) and skills.
- Begin to develop a repository of useful resources and tools for lesson planning.
By the end of this module, you will:
- Understand how to teach English to young learners effectively.
- Understand concepts related to testing in the TEFL classroom.
- Know how to teach English for exams, including common examinations such as IELTS and Cambridge.
- Learn how to deliver excellent Business English lessons to professional students.
By the end of this module, you will:
- Learn how to write an excellent TEFL resume.
- Know how to search for TEFL jobs online.
- Start building your own personal resource bank that you can use when you begin your TEFL career.
- Learn about the importance of continuous professional development as a TEFL teacher.
Module 1: Introduction To Teaching Young Learners
Module 2: The Role of The Teacher
Module 3: Teaching Grammar And Vocabulary
Module 4: Teaching Receptive Skills
Module 5: Teaching Productive Skills
Module 1: Introduction to Teaching Business English
Module 2: Needs Analysis & Course Design
Module 3: Selecting & Developing Materials
Module 4: Teaching Business Speaking Skills
Module 5: Teaching Business Writing Skills
Module 6: Intercultural Training
Module 7: Teaching English for Specific Purposes
Module 1: Word Formation
Module 2: Forming Sentences
Module 3: The Tenses
Module 4: Teaching Grammar
Module 1: Introduction to IELTS
Module 2: Teaching Listening for IELTS
Module 3: Teaching Reading for IELTS
Module 4: Teaching Writing for IELTS
Module 5: Teaching Speaking for IELTS
Module 6: Teaching Vocabulary for IELTS
Module 7: Possible Challenges
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Got Questions?
Get clear answers about TEFL courses, certification, teaching jobs, and everything in between.
Our 240 hour TEFL course is an extended TEFL training package that combines a core TEFL certificate with multiple specialist courses. It is designed for learners in the United Kingdom who want broader training and improved employability.
This course is ideal for:
- Career changers in the UK
- First-time teachers wanting extra preparation
- Online English teachers
- Those looking to stand out in a competitive market
No. You do not need any previous teaching experience. The course is suitable for beginners and provides step-by-step guidance throughout.
The course includes:
- A 120-hour TEFL qualification
- Four specialist TEFL courses in high-demand teaching areas
- Tutor support and feedback
- A recognised digital certificate
- Job guidance for the UK and overseas markets
Most learners in the UK complete the 240 hour TEFL course within 4–6 weeks, studying part-time. The course is fully online and flexible.
Yes. The qualification is accepted by many schools and online teaching platforms worldwide. The specialist courses give you an advantage when applying for teaching roles.
No. The 240-hour course is a professional TEFL certification, not an Ofqual-regulated qualification. If you need a regulated qualification, a Level 5 TEFL Diploma is recommended.
If you want more than a basic TEFL course but don’t need a regulated diploma, the 240-hour option offers an excellent balance. You can answer a few quick questions or book a free call, and our team will recommend the best TEFL course for your goals.
