Why Take Your TEFL Certification Course Online?

Watch this quick video to get an overview of the content & structure of the 170-Hour Online TEFL Course.

More than 5,000 students take this 170-hour Online TEFL Course each year, making it the most popular course offering for International TEFL Academy. Graduates of this course are teaching English abroad in up to 80 countries worldwide and it is accredited & recognized as a professional "Level 5" TEFL course by accrediting bodies in the UK, which is the same level of accreditation enjoyed by top level 4-week classes, including CELTA. This online TEFL class also provides a recognized qualification for teaching English online.

The ability to earn a TEFL/TESOL certification on a part-time schedule appeals to those students who wish to continue working or going to school while completing their training. Aside from being able to continue with work, the Online TEFL Course enables students to afford the highest quality of TEFL/TESOL training at the professional certification level at a cost that is considerably lower than a comparable 4-week in-person class.

State-of-the-art curriculum incorporating the latest in teaching methodologies and practices including classroom management & lesson planning;
Comprehensive Pre-Enrollment Guidance & Advice: Work with a personal advisor to answer all of your questions about TEFL certification & teaching English abroad;
University-level professors possessing advanced degrees & experience;
Live, interactive features, including webinars, videos, lectures, and peer-to-peer interaction;
20-hour practicum to gain hands-on teaching experience;
Lifetime job placement assistance, including personal assistance from expert advisors and referrals to top schools and recruiters.
Note: Students do begin receiving job search guidance during the class you can begin interviewing and applying for positions while you are earning your certification.
Alumni Network: Exclusive opportunities to network & correspond with thousands of ITA alumni teaching in 80 countries worldwide;
Internationally Accredited: This 170-hour course is officially accredited by TQUK, which is recognized as an official awarding body for TEFL certification by the British Government (Ofqual). This course is officially recognized as a Level 5 course (equivalent to a 4-week intensive in-person TEFL or CELTA class), which is recognized worldwide as a professional teaching credential.
Course Duration & Structure: This is a part-time 11-week course that is specifically designed to accommodate those who are working or going to school full time. Read more about Course Content.
High-Quality & Affordable TEFL/TESOL training option at a considerably lower cost than the 4-week in-person courses.

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Online TEFL Class: Alumni Perspectives

"The TEFL training really made me feel comfortable in the classroom setting. Because I had the experience from the practicum, I had confidence when applying and when I first began teaching." - Michelle Goble

"I decided to get TEFL certified because I knew it was absolutely necessary to teach English abroad." - Alyssa Darah

" I had 11 years experience as a public school teacher, but the International TEFL Academy training laid down a great foundation for how to approach language learning specifically." - Chad Bearden

Online TEFL Class - Course Content

This TEFL certification course has been specially designed to provide all course graduates with the tools to succeed as professional English teachers. Like all ITA TEFL classes, this TEFL course is taught by highly experienced professors and includes live practice teaching with local ESL students. Below is a brief overview of what you will learn in this course. For a full, comprehensive overview including chapter breakdowns, sample test questions and lesson plans, and detailed practicum and thematic unit information, please check out our Online TEFL Course Overview page.