TEFL / TESOL CERTIFICATION COURSE
IN FLORENCE, ITALY

TEFL / TESOL COURSE OVERVIEW

Please Note: All students enrolled in a course that begins after August 2021 must show proof of COVID-19 vaccination upon arrival.

Looking to earn an accredited 4-week TEFL TESOL certification that will qualify you for thousands of English teaching jobs in Italy and around the World? This state-of-the-art TEFL certification course not only provides expert-led training and a recognized qualification but personalized job placement assistance for finding jobs teaching English in Italy and around the globe.

The TEFL Training school in Florence Italy was founded as a language school in 1959 by the United States Information Service and then privatized in the 1960s. It is now one of the leading American English schools in Italy and has received approval from the Ministry of Public Education to teach American English and culture. It is an active member of international organizations such as TESOL (Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages) and NAFSA (National Association of Foreign Student Advisors), and it works closely with other American language schools throughout the world.

The American Language Center is located in Piazza della Repubblica, just a short walk from the world-famous Duomo. Our facilities include several multi-purpose classrooms, offices, a library, and a terrace overlooking the historic city center. Satellite TV, computers, and an ESL Library are on the premises.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Please be prepared for the intensive nature of this course. It is an intense, full-time university-level course. You will be in class full-time 5 days a week & there is homework as well. To learn more about what this course entails, please see our FAQs below.

* Note about Florence job market: Florence is a moderate-sized city in Italy and while there are language schools that are hiring during the job season (September and January), it is a city with a lot of English teachers which makes it a competitive job market. The rule of thumb, go where the populations are large and standard of living is high. Rome and Milan are where the majority of English teachers work (though there are many cities in Italy for English teaching).

TEFL / TESOL Class Details

LENGTH OF TRAINING:

4 weeks full-time.

TEFL COURSE DATES & AVAILABILITY:

We recommend enrolling at least 90 days prior to your course start date. More information here.

DAILY SCHEDULE & INTENSITY:

Students should expect to be in class from 8:30 am - 5:30 pm (with breaks, of course), Monday-Friday. This schedule may vary depending on class size. Weekends are primarily free for sight-seeing and relaxation, but some homework is required. For further details, see our FAQs below.

COURSE LOCATION:

The course is located off the Piazza della Republica, which is right in the heart of the historic city center within walking distance of such landmarks as the Duomo and the Ponte Vecchio.

CLASS SIZE & FACILITIES:

Classes are capped at 12 students; Internet access is available at the school facilities, which also include a reference library, lounge (with outdoor terrace), and computer lab.

ITA PARTNER STATUS:

This is a partner course of International TEFL Academy. All students receive the full benefits of ITA students and alumni, including lifetime Job Search Guidance.

TEFL / TESOL Course Content

This TEFL certification course has been specially designed to provide all course graduates with the tools to succeed as professional English teachers.

PROFESSORS & LIVE PRACTICUM:

Like all ITA TEFL classes, this TEFL course is taught by highly experienced professors and includes live practice teaching with local ESL students.

ACCREDITATION:

All International TEFL Academy TEFL Classes meet or exceed international standards, and are accredited by recognized bodies in the field. Further details.

HERE IS A BRIEF OVERVIEW OF WHAT YOU WILL LEARN IN THIS COURSE:

• Basic principles of teaching
• Grammar
• Classroom Management
• Error Correction
• Lesson Planning
• Use of Visual & Audio Aids
• Teaching group classes: beginner, pre-intermediate, intermediate, advanced
• Conversational English
• Teaching grammar, reading, writing, listening, speaking, pronunciation
• Language Awareness
• Private Tutoring
• Teaching Business English

Tuition & Costs

The Cost of the TEFL Class is approximately $1,350 USD
($500 Deposit + 800 Euro Balance - Exchange rates fluctuate daily).

More on tuition & current discount here.

TUITION INCLUDES:

• TEFL course tuition
• All course materials
• Job search guidance in Italy and lifetime job guidance advice online & worldwide

TUITION DOES NOT INCLUDE:

• Housing costs are not included (we can help with making housing arrangements)
• Personal Expense
• International Flights
• Visa, Insurance & Airport Pick up

OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS & ACTIVITIES:

Because the course is so intensive, people can spend their months here without finding the time to see the beauty of Italy. To make the most of your visit here in Florence, we offer a number of possible excursions to allow you to learn more about Florence and its environs. Here is a list of potential excursions; what is offered during your particular course will depend on the season and the interest. Excursion costs are not included with tuition:

• Italian Language Courses - Learn basic Italian to enhance your stay in Florence.
• Wine Tasting - Discover the tastes of some of the most famous Tuscan wines and the foods that go with them. Advanced booking required.
• Cooking course - Learn the secrets of preparing authentic Tuscan cuisine.
• Bike Tour - Join an all-day bike tour through the Tuscan countryside. Stop for lunch at the Casa del Prosciutto for a relaxing meal of typical Florentine cuisine. A tasting at a local winery is also included.

Enrollment & Eligibility

IMPORTANT! Before enrolling for any International TEFL Academy TEFL course, it is imperative that you speak to an Admissions Advisor.

Your advisor will answer your questions and assist you with matters such as your eligibility & enrollment; course costs & logistics (such as housing); and your options for employment as an English teacher once you complete your TEFL Class.

TO SPEAK WITH AN ADVISOR:

• Please call 773-634-9900 or fill out a contact form. 

TO ENROLL FOR THIS COURSE: 

• Visit our Dates & Tuition section to view course dates, any available discounts, and enroll.

NON-NATIVE ENGLISH SPEAKERS:

• You must submit a written essay to verify your English skills.
• Read more: Non-native English Speakers & TEFL.

FURTHER DETAILS:

Please visit our Registration Procedures Page & Review our Terms & Conditions prior to enrolling.

Housing Arrangements

Upon enrollment, you will be put in touch with the Onsite Course Director who can assist with arranging you accommodations during the course. Accommodation options can be within walking distance of the school or well connected by public transportation -- your accommodations will never be more than a 20-minute bus ride from the school.

• Shared Apartment - Starts at 640 Euros for 4 weeks.
  • Students can book a single or twin room
  • Apartments can be shared with students from the course, Italian students, or with the owner
  • Full use of kitchen and bathroom
  • Fully furnished
• Independent Apartment - Starts at 1000 Euros for 4 weeks.
  • Furnished studio or one bedroom for one or two people traveling together.
• Twin Rooms - Starts at 460 Euros for 4 weeks per person.
  • Two people can share this room that has one or two beds
  • Reserved for people traveling together
• Communication, Phone and Internet -You may buy or rent a cellular phone from any of the numerous phone stores in Florence or you may reserve a rental phone prior to arrival at www.platform3000.com. International TEFL Academy housing does not provide telephones and phone service is generally not available in your accommodation. You will be provided with a card for an internet café located around the corner from the school for internet access.