TEFL COURSES

When it comes to online TEFL Courses, you want to make sure you choose a reputable school that offers an accredited online TEFL certification that:

• Meets or exceeds international standards,
• Is taught by University-level professors,
• Provides you with live practice teaching,
• Offers valuable feedback on your course assignments,
• Allows you to interact with your instructors and fellow classmates.

Read more: What Are The Advantages of Online TEFL Courses Compared to In-Person Courses?

Let's put it this way: TEFL schools need to be externally accredited for the same reason universities are accredited: to ensure that quality and ethical standards are maintained and to recognize professional acceptance and recognition in the international job market.

A widely recognized system of accreditation is the one set by the British government (Ofqual). In this system, a Level 5 TEFL Course ensures that quality standards are met to provide you with a professional-level training.

Read more: What is Accreditation for TEFL Certification Really All About?

The cost will vary depending on the type (online or in-person), options and location of your course.

ITA's TEFL course tuition ranges anywhere from $1,599 USD to $5,000 USD (Discounts may apply).

Read more: TEFL Certification Cost Comparison

Choosing the right TEFL course is critical in providing you with the training, qualifications and job placement assistance you need to get hired to teach English online and abroad. There are a few mistakes to avoid:

• Do not take a TEFL course that is not accredited
• Do not take a TEFL course that has no live practice teaching
• Do not take a too-good-to-be-true cheap or Groupon deal TEFL course
• Do not assume that in-person is better than online
• Do not take a TEFL course that has no job placement assistance
• Do not buy a TEFL course before talking to a school representative first
• Do not assume that all TEFL schools and courses are the same

Read more: 7 Critical Mistakes to Avoid When Choosing the Best TEFL Class

The short answer is yes! You do not need prior teaching experience, nor do you need a degree, to teach English online and abroad as long as you have an accredited TEFL Certification. You may have more limited options as to where you can teach, but there are dozens of countries and online companies worldwide where you can teach English without a university degree.

Read more: Do Certified Teachers Need a TEFL Certification to Teach English Abroad?

Read more: No Degree, No Problem: The 6 Best Countries to Teach English Without a College Degree

Read more: Can I Use My TEFL Certification to Teach English in the United States?

The short answer is No. Your TEFL certification never expires and never needs to be renewed.

Read more: How long is a TEFL certificate valid?