Expert-led Level 5 TEFL certification, regulated by Ofqual, approved by DEAC

Aligned with the European Qualifications Framework (EQF), getting a TEFL certificate (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) is the qualification you need to teach English abroad or online. The TEFL qualification lets you become a digital nomad and travel anywhere. Imagine teaching...

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After 30 years in TEFL education, I still remember the moment that changed everything, standing in front of my first English class in Costa Rica, realising I wasn’t just teaching language, I was opening doors to new futures. That experience took me from...

⚡ Express Qualification | 2-4 Weeks

120-Hours Accredited
TEFL Course
Online (Advanced)

Original price was: €425.00.Current price is: €175.00. 59% off

Fast Track

Get access to entry-level jobs. Qualify to teach at home & abroad.
The DEAC & OFQUAL  approved accredited 120-hour TEFL course is our fast-track qualification. It has been developed using some of the best schooling techniques in the world. Our fully accredited 120 hours TEFL course is considered to be the minimum time needed to be a capable TEFL teacher.
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  • 6 Hours of Live Career Coaching
  • 29 Hours of Live Tutor Workshops
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180-Hours Ofqual Regulated
Level 5 TEFL Diploma

Original price was: €585.00.Current price is: €255.00. 56% off

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This CELTA-level equivalent qualification is highly regarded by employers worldwide and will give you expert preparation for teaching English online or abroad.
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  • 4 Free Gifts - New Beginnings Bundle
  • Ultimate Career Starter Pack – Free Copy
  • 6 Hours of Live Career Coaching
  • 29 Hours of Live Tutor Workshops
🏆 The Professional's Choice | 8-10 Weeks

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

Original price was: €875.00.Current price is: €375.00. 57% off

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The Advanced TEFL Diploma is our most comprehensive course. Gain advanced skills and qualifications for higher-level teaching positions.
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  • Ultimate Career Starter Pack – Free Copy
  • 6 Hours of Live Career Coaching
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The TEFL Institute is proud of the positive feedback we receive, which continually strengthens confidence in our programmes. Our 14-day money-back guarantee ensures that students can enrol with complete peace of mind.
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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
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
Good intro to teaching work abroad / foreign countries. John’s reassuring manner is encouraging!
Lorenza A.
13:00 09 Jul 26
Good intro to teaching work abroad / foreign countries. John’s reassuring manner is encouraging!
Lorenza A.
13:00 09 Jul 26
I purchased the 310 hour course and completed the TEFL 180 hour Level 5 course through the TEFL Institute. I am continuing to work on the additional courses. The material for the 180 hour course was comprehensive and relevant. I especially appreciated links noted in lessons to websites useful for future lesson material. When I contacted the TEFL Institute with a concern or question, my tutor responded quickly and the issue resolved. Also, the general webinars on TEFL teaching have been very helpful as I move forward as a TEFL teacher. I choose the TEFL Institute after a comparison of the top TEFL schools and visiting the school websites. The TEFL Institute website, for me, was sensibly laid out, the information was straight forward and overall not too "busy". When I contacted the school requesting a phone call, the call was scheduled, the staff member was friendly and my questions were answered. A caveat is the time frame for completing the entire course; it is short and I struggled due to obligations and unexpected events. I purchased a time extension but there should be more time allotted.
Laurel G.
14:00 07 Jul 26
I purchased the 310 hour course and completed the TEFL 180 hour Level 5 course through the TEFL Institute. I am continuing to work on the additional courses. The material for the 180 hour course was comprehensive and relevant. I especially appreciated links noted in lessons to websites useful for future lesson material. When I contacted the TEFL Institute with a concern or question, my tutor responded quickly and the issue resolved. Also, the general webinars on TEFL teaching have been very helpful as I move forward as a TEFL teacher. I choose the TEFL Institute after a comparison of the top TEFL schools and visiting the school websites. The TEFL Institute website, for me, was sensibly laid out, the information was straight forward and overall not too "busy". When I contacted the school requesting a phone call, the call was scheduled, the staff member was friendly and my questions were answered. A caveat is the time frame for completing the entire course; it is short and I struggled due to obligations and unexpected events. I purchased a time extension but there should be more time allotted.
Laurel G.
14:00 07 Jul 26
A very impactful webinar.. John was really helpful...
Maureen U.
13:03 07 Jul 26
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The TEFL institute is made up of professionals who have more than 30 years of combined industry experience. Our work in the English as a Foreign Language industry has given us the tools and resources we need to be able to deliver internationally recognised, most accredited TEFL certification, for your needs, equipping you with the skills necessary to teach english both online and abroad. We offer qualifications which are recognised and accredited internationally, so you can use these skills wherever you go.

We have government and Ofqual-regulated Level 5 TEFL Diploma courses which provide assistance and support to our learners as they strive to complete their TEFL course and grow as teachers. The qualifications that we offer are recognised and demanded by employers all around the world. We have a global reputation for being experienced and offering a vast curriculum. It has earned us the trust and admiration of employers everywhere.

While it is true that you can access our online TEFL and TESOL courses from anywhere in the world, if you have a phone or tablet, then you can use our TEFL app to learn 24/7.

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Highfield Qualifications

The TEFL Institute has had its Level 5 Qualification accredited and approved by Highfield Qualifications. This accreditation proves that our learners can access a qualification which is recognised around the world. Our learners use this qualification to help them in all aspects of building a career as a certified TEFL teacher. They do things like securing a visa and applying for teaching jobs using the qualifications we’ve offered as proof of their ability and conviction.

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OFQUAL (The Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation)

Ofqual is a group which exists to deliver formal recognition to providers like us. They offer accreditation for qualifications, examinations and assessments. They have deputised Highfield to act on their behalf, meaning that if Highfield delivers an accreditation, like they have with us, then it means that Ofqual have approved it by proxy.

DEAC, the Distance Education Accrediting Commission

The Distance Education Accrediting Commission is an accrediting agency based in the US. They work according to standards laid down by the Department for Education and offer an Approved Quality Curriculum (AQC) status for courses and businesses. These are awarded to anyone who has met their quality standards.

We hope that this qualification, awarded to our Level 5 TEFL course, showcases that we are a dedicated and committed learning provider who is keen to help people become first-rate TEFL teachers. It also means that we’d be approved by the academic regulators who govern US education. That’s an accolade which we will cheerfully accept. 

ODLQC:

The Open and Distance Learning Quality Council (ODLQC) is an independent organisation which helps to regulate quality in both open and distance learning providers. For a group to get accreditation, a provider has to be willing to submit to regular rounds of assessment and show that they maintain high standards throughout. We’re proud of the accreditation they have given us.

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Teach English Online

Teaching English in the online world is a highly lucrative career. There are growing demands for qualified TEFL teachers in the online space. You can work in the Netherlands or anywhere else and explore different options to build a new life.
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Teach English Abroad

If you want to see what being a TEFL teacher in the Netherlands is like, then you should take a look at the opportunities we have on offer. The TEFL Institute aims to offer internship packages that make travelling abroad easy, freeing you to see all that the world has to offer.
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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 a community of over 148,000 learners worldwide.

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    Yes. There are plenty of opportunities for people Who want to teach online but don’t hold a degree. Once you are qualified, you can find work online using two routes: working for an online school or starting as a freelancer. We would suggest getting some experience working with online companies in the beginning before setting out on your own. Some companies that hire candidates that are not degree holders include Cambly and Latin Hire.

    Like any job, income is mostly based on your experience working for online companies. Usually, you start at a lower rate of about $10 -$12 per hour, which is increased by bonuses based on your teacher rating or the number of classes you take. If you have experience and are working in a specific niche, such as business English, as a freelancer, you can charge anything up to $35 per hour.

    A TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) course is a training program that prepares individuals to teach English to non-native speakers in countries where English is not the primary language. In the Netherlands, there are several organizations that offer courses. These courses typically range in length from a few weeks to several months and may be offered in-person or online.

    To find a TEFL course in the Netherlands, you can start by searching online for organizations that offer these programs. Some options include:

    International TEFL Academy: This organization offers a range of courses in the Netherlands, including online and in-person options.

    TEFL Worldwide Prague: This organization offers a 120-hour TEFL course in Amsterdam, which includes 6 hours of observed teaching practice.

    TEFL Institute: This organization offers a range of courses in the Netherlands, including online and in-person options.

    It’s important to carefully research the reputation and accreditation of any course you are considering, as the quality of these programs can vary significantly. Look for courses that are accredited by recognized organizations and have a good track record of preparing students for successful careers as English teachers.

    Once you have completed a course, you will be qualified to teach English in a variety of settings, including language schools, private schools, and universities. Many people who complete a course go on to work in countries around the world, including in the Netherlands.

    The TEFL certification (Teaching English to Foreigners) is a professional certification that sets standards for those who want to teach English as a second language. It was developed by the Council of International Schools (CIS) and is currently one of the most popular international teaching credentials. To obtain a TEFL certification, you must pass an online exam that tests your knowledge of grammar, pronunciation, social sciences, and other related subjects. The certification is also recognized worldwide, so you can be confident that you will be able to teach English successfully

    Yes, it is definitely worth getting one. It will not only give you excellent English skills, but it will also open up many opportunities for you in the working world. Although there are many schools that offer TEFL courses, the best way to find the right one for you is to do some research. You can find information on websites such as teachingjobs.com or Indeed.com, or by talking to people who have already taken the course and learned from it. Once you have found a school that interests you, make sure to visit their website and carefully review the course details so that you know exactly what you are getting into.

    It can take up to two years to become a TEFL-certified teacher, but this amount of time can vary depending on your location and the availability of training programs. There are a number of ways to become a TEFL-certified teacher, including online courses and in-person classes. The best way to find out which program suits you best is to do some research and compare prices. You should also make sure that the program you choose is approved by the TESOL (Teaching English as a Second Language) Accreditation Council. Once you have completed your course, you must pass an assessment that tests your knowledge of teaching English as a second language. Finally, you must pass a criminal background check and obtain a professional license from your country or state. After all of this is completed, you are ready to start working as a TEFL-certified teacher!

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