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International TEFL Academy is committed to offering the highest quality TEFL training possible to enable our students to realize their goals & dreams of teaching English abroad.
To offer our students the broadest array of opportunities and options to earn their TEFL certification in different locations worldwide and still receive all of the services of our company, International TEFL Academy (ITA) has partnered with other highly reputable TEFL course providers to offer internationally accredited & recognized TEFL certification options around the globe.
ITA goes to great lengths and invests significant time & financial resources to ensure that all courses that we offer - whether operated by ITA or partner institutions - meet or exceed the highest standards in both academic training and services, including job placement assistance and support for enrolled students and graduates.
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Founded in 2010, International TEFL Academy (ITA) is a world leader in TEFL certification for teaching English abroad and teaching English online. ITA offers accredited TEFL certification classes online and in 20+ locations worldwide and has received multiple awards and widespread recognition as one of the best TEFL schools in the world. ITA provides all students and graduates with lifetime job search guidance and has certified more than 40,000 English teachers. Our graduates are currently teaching in 80 countries worldwide.
International TEFL Academy Only Works With Partner Institutions that:
Adhere to the international standard of 100 hours of coursework per class (4 weeks for in-person TEFL Classes);
Incorporate at least 6 hours of observed student teaching (practicum) with actual ESL students (not role-playing);
Offer courses taught by highly trained and experienced university-level instructors;
Maintain small class sizes (typically 12 - 14 students or less per class);
Accredited by reputable external organization;
Provide top tier assistance to students in areas like arrival, housing, and orientation to the city/country;
Possess strong knowledge & experience in the local job market in addition to offering comprehensive job search assistance in the local region where the course is held.
All students must enroll directly through International TEFL Academy to receive access to ITA services and support.
Access to lifetime worldwide Job Search Guidance; which includes support & advice from International TEFL Academy Student Affairs Department;
Access to exclusive student & alumni networking opportunities;
Participation in all ITA Alumni contests, meet-ups and other activities & events;
Promotion and publishing of eligible alumni articles, blogs, videos, Q&As, and other content on the International TEFL Academy website & social media;
Learn More: 15 Exclusive Benefits for International TEFL Academy Students & Alumni.
Students must enroll in classes operated by partners through International TEFL Academy to receive ITA Alumni Benefits & Services.
Read More: ITA's TEFL Courses in over 20 locations worldwide
"I loved the 4-week onsite TEFL course in Madrid. When they said it would be “intensive”, they definitely meant it. You really have to stay on top of it all."
Christina is a Madrid TEFL Course graduate who taught English in Spain.
"I enjoyed the course a lot. The trainers were all very supportive, encouraging & insightful. Plus they were a lot of fun! The month was intense but certainly worthwhile."
Jemimah is a Toulouse TEFL Course graduate who taught English in France.
"The TEFL course in Florence, Italy was rigorous & rewarding. The instructors formed a highly enthusiastic & experienced team that gave its full effort and attention to the TEFL students."
Kevin is a Florence TEFL Course graduate who taught English in Italy.
The following TEFL courses are operated by International TEFL Academy partner schools. Partner schools' names & accreditation will be listed on the TEFL certificate (not ITA). Each partner school has considerable name recognition and respect in the local job market.
While the partner school provides local job search guidance, all students who enroll with International TEFL Academy receive all the lifetime benefits of worldwide job assistance and alumni support and connections.
Accreditation & Recognition
New York City, NY TEFL Course - World Learning SIT Graduate Institute
Accreditation & Recognition
Czech Republic Prague TEFL Course - IATQuO (International Accreditation of TESOL Qualifying Organizations).
Crete, Greece TEFL Course; Florence, Italy TEFL Course; Sardinia, Italy TEFL Course; & Istanbul, Turkey TEFL Course - These TEFL classes are accredited through the Learning Resource Network. These TEFL courses are officially endorsed as a Level 5 by Learning Resource Network (LRN).
In addition, the Istanbul TEFL Course is accredited by the Turkish Ministry of Education.
France Toulouse TEFL Course - IATQuO (International Accreditation of TESOL Qualifying Organizations).
Spain Madrid TEFL Course - IATQuO (International Accreditation of TESOL Qualifying Organizations).
Accreditation & Recognition
Mexico Guadalajara TEFL Course - Mexican Department of Education.
Quito, Ecuador TEFL Course - World Learning SIT Graduate Institute.
Accreditation & Recognition
Chiang Mai, Thailand TEFL Course - TEFL Curriculum – Thai Ministry of Education - Approved Training Centre – TQUK.
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam TEFL Course - Accredited by the Australian International College of Language (AICOL).
Hanoi, Vietnam TEFL Course - Accredited by the Australian International College of Language (AICOL).
Phnom Penh, Cambodia TEFL Course - Accredited by the Australian International College of Language (AICOL).
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