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TEFL is becoming a popular career choice for those who want to combine teaching, travel and adventure. With online learning and teaching offering more options than ever, there are many TEFL courses to choose from both face-to-face and online. It can be overwhelming to go through them all and decide which one you need. How do you know which one is best for you? That\u2019s why we\u2019re here to help you with this step-by-step guide to choosing the best TEFL course in 2025.<\/p>\n

Step 1: Understand what TEFL is and why you need a TEFL course.<\/b><\/h3>\n

This is essential! You can\u2019t study a subject to prepare for a career you don\u2019t know anything about. This can help with your study and career expectations. TEFL means teaching English as a foreign language. This means you will teach students who speak another language as their first. This is typically done in their own countries or online. TEFL is not teaching native speakers English language or literature in their countries (e.g working in a UK or Irish high school).<\/p>\n

A TEFL course is essential if you want a career in TEFL as it will prepare you to teach English in the classroom and online. A good TEFL course will cover a range of topics \u2013 how to teach kids, how to teach reading, writing, grammar etc and how to prepare effective lessons. You should also learn classroom management which is how to control your class and create a conducive learning environment.<\/p>\n

Importantly, a TEFL course is\u00a0not\u00a0to teach you English or cover in-depth grammar points. You should already have this level of English to teach. There may be things you don\u2019t know as well, especially if you\u2019re a native English speaker. After all, you won\u2019t have learnt English in the same way as those who speak a second language. Some grammar may be covered in your TEFL course but any extra knowledge will be learnt by you on the job or by putting in extra work to understand how the students learn.<\/p>\n

A\u00a0TEFL certification<\/a>\u00a0is also essential as it\u2019s a requirement for TEFL jobs! Your future employer will want to see this on your CV and ask for your certificate. Many will also verify it to check that it is legitimate. This is why you need to undertake the best TEFL course out there as your employer will want to know you are prepared for the job.<\/p>\n

Step 2: What are you looking to do with your TEFL certification?<\/b><\/h3>\n

People have different career goals and want to do different things with their TEFL certificates. Everyone also has diverse backgrounds and experiences to accompany their qualifications. To choose the best course for you, you need to ensure it meets your specific needs and what you want to do with your qualifications when you finish.<\/p>\n

For example, if you want to work in China and don\u2019t have previous teaching experience, then a\u00a0Level 5 TEFL Diploma<\/a>\u00a0will be the best option for you, as it will be a more in-depth TEFL qualification for you to complete. This type of course will give you a greater chance of gaining employment.<\/p>\n

If you have to teach online and already have some in-person teaching experience, then a 120-hour TEFL course would be useful. Many companies require this industry minimum and if you already have some experience, the course will do the trick for you to gain employment.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re interested in a particular niche of TEFL then studying additional courses will benefit you and your CV. Courses in Business English, Young Learners or Teaching English for Exams are common specialities and these courses can help you gain that extra knowledge to teach these areas. Studying additional courses alongside your foundation TEFL Diploma will help add to your CV and confidence.<\/p>\n

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Step 3: Ensure that your course is accredited\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n

Unfortunately, there are various courses out there that are not accredited. These only seek to get your money without being of any use or help to you. Your employers also want to know you\u2019ve taken a valid course so you won\u2019t get away with taking one that\u2019s cheap and illegitimate. Accredited courses are held to the utmost standards and are regularly updated, so you, and your employer, know the training is relevant and of a higher quality.<\/p>\n

To check whether your course is accredited, you can view the awarding body information on the company\u2019s website. Then you can also verify on the awarding body\u2019s website. There should also be a visible accreditation number. Remember, a company is going to want to show that they are legit so it will be easy to find. If there isn\u2019t one, ask them for it. If they won\u2019t provide one or tell you it\u2019s not necessary then this is a big red educational flag and you shouldn\u2019t invest any money with them.<\/p>\n

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Step 4: Look at reviews\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n

Reviews are important for any product or experience these days. Put the company\u2019s name into the search engine and you will find what other people say about the course. Take the time to read what they say \u2013 what they liked, what they didn\u2019t like. Some of it might be relevant to your situation and your needs.<\/p>\n

If a company has no reviews, then this isn\u2019t a good sign and it\u2019s probably best to stay clear. Remember that every company will have at least one negative review. You will probably never find anything with only positive ones. It\u2019s important to focus on the ratio between positive and negative and look at what people actually say.<\/p>\n

You can find\u00a0TEFL reviews<\/a>\u00a0on sites such as Gooverseas or in Facebook groups for TEFL teachers. Here you can ask people directly about their experience with TEFL and a particular TEFL course.<\/p>\n

Step 5: Is the course structure right for you?<\/b><\/h3>\n

It\u2019s important that you understand the course you will be taking. Are their live lessons with a teacher? Are their exams? You don\u2019t want any surprises down the line which will stress you out. Each course should list its delivery mode and any assessments. They will also typically include a breakdown of the modules and what you\u2019ll be learning.<\/p>\n

Online TEFL courses are a brilliant way to get qualified in a more flexible way. They are typically self-study so you can study the modules whenever you get time. There\u2019s no set schedule so you don\u2019t need to worry about fitting in the course with your busy life. It\u2019s really never been easier to get qualified with online TEFL courses; it\u2019s about choosing the one that\u2019s best for you!<\/p>\n

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Step 6: Is there job support available?\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n

While most companies cannot guarantee a job placement after the course, many have useful resources such as job boards, advisors and webinars to help you get started. Check out what is and will be available to you during and after the course. This can be a big plus for studying a TEFL qualification.<\/p>\n

Step 7: Reach out to the TEFL provider<\/h3>\n

So you\u2019ve pretty much decided on the best TEFL course for you and now it\u2019s time to make the first move. If you still have questions or doubts then get in touch with the provider and they can help you. If you\u2019re between two courses on the website, then they can help you decide which is right for you based on your needs.<\/p>\n

Chatting to the provider is also a good way of gauging the company\u2019s customer support. If they take 2 weeks to reply, it doesn\u2019t bode well for your course should you need further support. If you get a helpful and friendly impression from them, then this is a good sign that they are there to help you achieve your TEFL goals!<\/p>\n

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Step 8: After you buy<\/b><\/h3>\n

You\u2019ve taken the TEFL plunge, well done! You\u2019re set to start your learning journey! What should you do next? Try to devise a study plan based on the number of modules and assignments you need to go through. Everyone\u2019s plan will look differently depending on their time and their goals so don\u2019t worry about anyone else\u2019s progress and focus on your own.<\/p>\n

Whilst retaining TEFL knowledge is important, you don\u2019t need to remember absolutely everything straight away. The best courses will have exercises that help you recycle and remember this knowledge. Take some notes as you go but don\u2019t copy everything down, this isn\u2019t productive!<\/p>\n

Most TEFL courses include assessments or assignments, not closed exams. This means you can refer back to your course as you need to in order to complete any work. You\u2019re not expected to write without having any help! On the flip side, if you take a self-study course then you will need to be independent in your learning and not expect a tutor to \u2018teach\u2019 you the whole course.<\/p>\n

As you reach midway through the course, you can start to think more about what your plans for after your TEFL qualification are and how you can achieve this. Start researching job posts and locations \u2013 it\u2019s never too early to be informed! You can ask your TEFL provider for some help if they provide this service too.<\/p>\n

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Follow this step-by-step TEFL guide and you can choose the best TEFL course for you. Choosing the right TEFL course is a key decision in your career. Take the time to go through the steps and make sure you understand what type of course you are signing up for. This should include understanding the content it will provide, whether it\u2019s accredited or not and what you need to do to complete the course in terms of workload. If you decide carefully and pick the right TEFL course, then you will be well on your way to a fulfilling and exciting TEFL career! It\u2019s that simple!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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