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TEFL can help you get jobs all over the world. You can live and work in places like Vietnam, Spain or Thailand, where there is always a need for English teachers. In the UK, you can also teach English from home and pick hours that work with your...

Open the door to global teaching opportunities with our internationally recognised TEFL certification programs. The course is suitable for all, even if you’re starting fresh or enhancing your credentials. Our reputable and most accredited TEFL courses provide top-tier training, lifelong personalised support, and dedicated job placement assistance through our trusted...

⚡ Express Qualification | 2-4 Weeks

120-Hours Accredited
TEFL Course
Online (Advanced)

Original price was: €640.00.Current price is: €129.00. 80% off

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Get access to entry-level jobs. Qualify to teach at home & abroad.
This is a course which we’ve developed in tandem with some of the best schools in the UK and globally. It gives you a fast-track certification to teach English abroad or online.
  • 6 Months Unlimited Course & App Access
  • 4 Free Gifts - New Beginnings Bundle
  • Ultimate Career Starter Pack – Free Copy
  • 6 Hours of Live Career Coaching
  • 29 Hours of Live Tutor Workshops
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☝️ The Smart Choice | 6-8 Weeks

180-Hours Ofqual Regulated
Level 5 TEFL Diploma

Original price was: €735.00.Current price is: €219.00. 70% off

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This qualification is one which is heavily desired by employers all over the world. Regulated at the same RQF Level 5 as CELTA, it prepares you to teach English in the UK or abroad.
  • 6 Months Unlimited Course & App Access
  • 4 Free Gifts - New Beginnings Bundle
  • Ultimate Career Starter Pack – Free Copy
  • 6 Hours of Live Career Coaching
  • 29 Hours of Live Tutor Workshops
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🏆 The Professional's Choice | 8-10 Weeks

300-Hours Ofqual Regulated
Level 5 TEFL Diploma (Advanced)

Original price was: €875.00.Current price is: €339.00. 61% off

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This is our most advanced TEFL course. You’ll get our best level of education and preparation, learn how to teach in a proper environment, and also take specialist courses designed to boost your employability and salary.
  • 6 Months Unlimited Course & App Access
  • 4 Free Gifts - New Beginnings Bundle
  • Ultimate Career Starter Pack – Free Copy
  • 6 Hours of Live Career Coaching
  • 29 Hours of Live Tutor Workshops
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we had the free TEFL WEBINAR about Teaching English Abroad or Online in 2027 today. The information and tips provided via the webinar were very useful. Thanks a lot for all your efforts TEFL Institute of Ireland and keep the professional and friendly services.
Taroob B.
20:07 04 Nov 26
an excellent and well researched presentation well done John and team
Tomas K.
15:19 04 Nov 26
It was very good course!!!
Jessika L.
16:07 14 Oct 26
I really enjoyed advancing my learning with TEFL. They provide fantastic courses suitable for whatever your needs maybe but I highly recommend the 180 Hour course especially! Would also like to thank all my tutors & of course Michelle Benson for the fantastic online classroom course! She really does make it very enjoyable & is a great tutor! I want to thank Laura Graham also for all the help during my studies. Great company & feedback was very fast! Delighted to have used an Irish business also! 😀
Alan C.
10:33 14 Oct 26
The courses are so amazing and easy to understand. BRAVO
Jamila B.
19:33 02 Oct 26
I had a great experience with TELF. The application process was smooth and straightforward, and the team was very helpful and responsive. I really appreciate the opportunity to work as an ESL teacher and the flexibility that TELF provides. Overall, a positive experience, and I would recommend TELF to teachers looking for online ESL teaching opportunities.
Cyrell R.
13:57 28 Sep 26
I recently completed the 30-Hour Teaching Business English Course, and I learned so many interesting and useful things about how to plan, prepare, and create effective lessons.The course provides lots of valuable PDFs, videos, and links that allow you to explore the topics in greater depth and continue learning even after completing the course.I highly recommend it to anyone who wants to expand their knowledge, develop their teaching skills, and strengthen their potential as a Business English teacher!I also completed their “Using Generative AI in TEFL” course, which was very useful, especially because they recommended many AI teaching apps and websites that I had never heard of before.And when it comes to AI, the rule is always the same: create a good, well-written prompt and then refine it as necessary!
loris F.
15:31 08 Sep 26
Really good course that you can complete in your own time! I found it very manageable and my Tutor marked all work very quickly! Within 1 day! Also, feedback is really detailed so if you do have any corrections to make, it is clear where you need to look (modules etc.) To fix it.Would recommend TEFL Institute to anyone interested in doing a TEFL course :)
Josh
11:36 03 Sep 26
Early stages yet, but so far enjoying the content.Responses have been efficient and timeous.
Vanessa C.
19:19 30 Aug 26
I’ve almost finished my 300-hour TEFL Diploma with this fantastic institution, and honestly, I’m much more impressed than I expected! The TEFL Institute of Ireland is one of those rare platforms that genuinely delivers what it promises. Everything is smooth ,well organised, and easy to follow — no scratching your head wondering what comes next. And the content is seriously incredible -super practical videos, PPTs, and teaching materials you can take straight into the classroom. On top of that, you get free access to job opportunities, webinars with graduates, and great support and guidance along the way. All in all ,you’re not just getting a certificate — you’re getting a real pathway into teaching and into the international job market. A special thank you to Laura , Elaine ,and Tara , who have been just amazing throughout — always quick to respond and genuinely helpful. So glad I chose the TEFL Institute of Ireland ! More than perfect! 100% recommend!!!
Veronika V.
19:02 13 Aug 26
I had always that I knew it all as long as it had to do with English language but this course has exposed me to so many different things I never even knew existed. It’s really very interesting and I am loving it all the way.
Eme Efiom (.
20:12 01 Aug 26
War eine tolle Erfahrung, den 180 Stundenkurs TEFL Level 5 "durchzuackern". Die kleineren Aufbaukurse im Gesamtpaket runden das Ganze ab. Hat Spass gemacht!
Michael
11:57 01 Aug 26
I had a great experience! Killian's customer service was excellent. He's friendly, professional, and very helpful. He took the time to answer my questions and made sure I was completely satisfied. I truly appreciate the outstanding service and would highly recommend them to anyone. Thank you for the excellent customer care!
Nadyra T.
09:19 27 Jul 26
I really enjoyed the TEFL course. The teachers explain everything clearly, and the lessons are engaging and well organized. I truly appreciate the effort the team puts into the course.The only issue I have is that I submitted my Assessment 3 on July 6, but I still haven't received the result. I would be very grateful if you could help resolve this issue.Thank you for your support!
Nasiba O.
13:46 24 Jul 26
A relaxed yet buzzed up, non intimidating environment that lent itself to learning easily. Host & tutor Michelle Benson was exceptionally welcoming, pleasant, encouraging & entertaining, smiling & supportive throughout, which is why I consider 4.7 an accurate star rating; I would just like to have engaged in more than a few minutes of teaching practise during the course. Sincere gratitude to Michelle and the TEFL team, Anthony.
Anthony Mc G.
16:33 22 Jul 26
I had an excellent experience with The TEFL Institute whilst completing my 180 Hour Diploma and learnt so much. There was a broad focus on both face-to-face and online teaching. This made the course useful for different settings. The in-depth study of the various lesson structures has equipped me to plan lessons accordingly. Plus, throughout the modules, the amount of additional websites offered really helped to point me in the right direction, most of which would use in the future.My tutor, Laura Graham, was easily available when I needed to communicate with her and she was extremely quick to assess my work. She gave clear positive feedback and provided ongoing support and encouragement. I felt very confident in Laura as a tutor. She was always more than happy to advise. Laura was so easy to converse and so friendly. There were occasions when Laura responded to my queries late at night when I did not think i would get a reply until the next day. She most definitely is not a 9-5 tutor. When I had been having difficulty with the platform, without hesitation, she added additional time. It was so clear that Laura is dedicated to her role and I really appreciated this.When I needed to freeze my course, the institute was so accommodating and did so without question and without charge. Also, whenever I needed to make contact, John was very helpful.I would most certainly recommend The Irish Institute.
Louise
19:49 21 Jul 26
Such a fantastic course that puts theory into practice in a way that is fun and meaningful. I was a bit unsure beforehand but Michelle Benson made me comfortable from the very beginning and helped me feel more comfortable with lesson plans. She helped give me more confidence in my teaching. She made the course engaging and interactive while also bringing humour into it. I would highly recommend this course to anyone and everyone!
Kirsty M.
23:04 17 Jul 26
Yesterday I finished my 10 hour Virtual TEFL course (with teaching practice) and, even though I was pretty anxious at first (what with it being online and with people I knew nothing about), it went amazing!Michelle Benson is a wonderful teacher and a wonderful human being, and you can actually feel how much she loves her job and her passion for it!So yeah, this was a 10/10 and I would 100% recommend this course to you if you want to get a taste of how teaching could feel like ^^PS: wish the course could've been longer, I'm already missing Michelle and all of my classmates, they were simply wonderful
Alba
14:41 17 Jul 26
As part of a hybrid 180 hour diploma, I did a 10 hour practicum course with TEFL institute. Not only was did the short two days of learning provide us with all the basics for effective teaching methodology, it was also just such a blast; a rewarding time all-around. The 10 hour practicum course is an incredibly fun and educational add-on to any certificate or TEFL journey in general, I think. Michelle Benson, our instructor for these classes, was very experienced, patient, and knowledgeable. She made the classes feel approachable and super entertaining. It’s apparent that the TEFL team is full of genuinely passionate professionals, and Michelle is no exception! You’d be surprised how quickly you feel like you start to get to know people in these short courses too! I feel so much more encouraged to keep learning so that I can apply more and more knowledge, using the skills I learned here, in teaching.
Vasili E.
00:11 17 Jul 26
I had a follow up call with Jessica after completing the 120 hour TEFL certificate and she helped me so much. She made me feel calm and excited to be an ESL teacher. I have had a ton of success as a result of our meeting so I am very grateful!
Mae
22:27 13 Jul 26
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We offer a Full Support System

The TEFL Institute’s staff has more than 30 years of combined experience in the field of English as a Foreign Language (EFL). We have put together a group of qualified teachers who can assist you in picking the best TEFL course for your needs. Our Level 5 TEFL 120 hour TEFL Diploma is highly recommended because it is approved by Ofqual and the UK government. This qualification is one of the greatest ways to train teachers. Because of our good reputation and years of experience, we have created a curriculum that is known around the world. You can take all our TEFL/TESOL courses online and on any device. Just download our app and study on your phone, tablet, or computer.

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Highfield Qualifications

Highfield Qualifications has approved our Level 5 TEFL qualification. This implies that students learn how to teach English as a second language online in the UK or anywhere else in the world. This qualification can also help you get a visa, a position as a teacher, or any other profession in the TEFL field.

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OFQUAL

Ofqual is the Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation. Ofqual is the UK government agency in charge of numerous essential credentials. They have given Highfield its stamp of approval. This means Highfield sees the quality of education that is being provided.. Highfield is in charge of our Level 5 TEFL Diploma, so it meets UK national criteria.

DEAC (Distance Education Accrediting Commission)

People in the UK know about our courses. The DEAC, a well-known certification agency in the US, has also given them its stamp of approval. DEAC has an Approval Quality Curriculum program that follows its strict quality requirements. We are happy that DEAC AQC has approved our Level 5 TEFL certifications. It proves that students trust the quality of education provided by the TEFL Institute. 

OTCAC (Online Teaching Course Accreditation Committee)

The Online Teaching Course Accreditation Committee is a UK based independent accreditor of online courses. To hold accreditation a provider is assessed against published standards and reassessed to keep it. Our courses are also CPD accredited through The CPD Group, with each course listed publicly on The CPD Register.

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Teach English Online

There is a considerable demand for English teachers to work online. You’ve been given the opportunity to build a career from anywhere in the world and supplement your income, all without leaving the UK.
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Teach English Abroad

Do you like the idea of experiencing teaching in a brand-new country? We offer internship packages which make teaching abroad easy and free you up to focus on the most important parts of your travel.
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Inspiring Minds, Building Futures

Find out how our expert training and supportive learning community have helped TEFL Institute graduates build successful English teaching careers from the UK and internationally. Read their stories and discover how our programmes open doors to exciting global opportunities.

Personal mentorship and AI-powered career support
from your first module to your first job

We offer continuous career support, personalised mentoring, and exclusive access to our employability team’s TEFL job opportunities. Benefit from our AI-powered Jobs Explorer and Digital Teaching with AI Essentials module to stay ahead in your teaching career. Join more than 161,000 teachers certified across The TEFL Institute Group since 2017.

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    TEFL stands for Teaching English as a Foreign Language, and it refers to both the practice of teaching English to non-native speakers and the certification you need to do so. A TEFL certificate is an internationally recognised qualification that qualifies you to teach English abroad or online, and it can be a pathway to a career with many opportunities. 

    Yes, you can teach English online and not possess a degree. There are lots of opportunities out there once you’ve got your TEFL certification. You can start looking for work at either an online school or as a freelancer. You may want to build up experience in the UK before going solo.

     Like any role in the world, your income is usually driven by your experience. Typically you’ll start on the lower rates – between £10 and £15 an hour, and this can be improved by gaining experience and growing as a teacher. Freelancing affords you more freedom with regard to what you charge, but you’ll need to build your reputation to get steady work.

     

    The courses which we provide for people are recognised across the world, and they have gained official approval from regulatory bodies in both the UK and also in the USA. Once you have completed the course, you will have a qualification recognised all around the world. Right now, our 180-hour TEFL course is DEAC-approved, having obtained AQC status in the US. On the UK front, there is the Highfield accreditation and Ofqual approval.

    We always recommend to go with 120-hour TEFL course, because it will teach an individual everything that is required to start teaching English online, Once you complete your course you will get a TEFL certification that is valued in most parts of the world and you can start off  your TEFL journey.

    There are no minimum entry requirements for our TEFL courses. All you need is a stable internet connection and a C1 level of proficiency in English.

    Your new TEFL certification will last you a lifetime and help you to progress in your career. So, No Your TEFL Certification will not expire. 

     If you’re looking for a teaching job, then online teaching is the best way to do it. You can study at your own pace and develop skills and qualifications that will help you seek work online or abroad. However, it’s easier to study online here in the UK and get access to our jobs board.

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