Tesol Certification Duration

  Are you unsure whether to take a TEFL, TESOL, or CELTA certification course? The choices for certification are abundant when it comes to teaching English professionally. Let's take a look at the differences and similarities between TEFL, TESOL, and CELTA.  [Read more]

  Which is the best course for me? A typical question asked by prospective trainees. It is not always an easy question to answer as it really depends on one's background, financial situation and time constraints. Where a person wants to teach can also be a factor in the course you select. For example in some regions the 120 hour online course is the basic requirement by employers but in other regions the 4 week in-class course is basic requirement. Contact us if you need assistance in deciding the right course for you. We will be happy to provide you with the relevant information you need to meet your particular needs and requirements. Go to our web site or follow the link above. Are you ready to live and teach abroad? Below you can read feedback from an ITTT graduate regarding...  [Read more]

  ITTT's in-class four week TEFL certification course can be studied at one of our international locations. This intensive course covers the principals, theories and methodologies of TEFL and is given face to face in one of our training centers. On this course you are given the opportunity to teach local students thus gaining practical experience teaching English in a supervised environment. All teaching sessions are observed by qualified trainers who will provide you with valuable, constructive feed back after each of your lessons. Our combined course offers the main benefits of both the online course and the in-class course. The online component covers most of what is delivered face to face on the in-class course. Once you complete the online course you can attend one of our...  [Read more]

  Both the 120 hour TEFL/TESOL online course and the four week TEFL/TESOL in-class course cover the same academic content, i.e. grammar, phonology, teaching theories and methodologies. The difference between the two courses is the actual teaching practice component in the in- class course. During the in-class course trainees are given the opportunity to complete a number of observed teaching practice sessions. By having this practical teaching experience you are improving your job prospects. Below you can read feedback from an ITTT graduate regarding one section of their online TEFL certification course. Each of our Online Courses is broken down into concise units that focus on specific areas of English language teaching. This convenient, highly structured design means that you...  [Read more]

TEFL (Teach English as a Foreign Language) and TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) certificates are both valuable qualifications for those looking to teach English to non-native speakers. While they share similarities, there are key differences between the two. One major difference lies in the target audience. TEFL is typically geared towards teaching English to non-English speakers in countries where English is not the primary language. On the other hand, TESOL covers a broader spectrum and includes teaching English to non-native speakers in English-speaking countries as well. In terms of curriculum, TEFL courses often focus on practical classroom skills and teaching English in a foreign language context. TESOL programs, on the other hand, may delve deeper into...  [Read more]

  TEFL stands for Teaching English as a Foreign Language and TESOL stands for Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages. These descriptions are generally used interchangeably, however, TESOL is more common in the USA and TEFL is more common in the UK.  [Read more]

  When conducting online research for teaching English abroad you will quickly come across the acronyms TEFL, TESOL and CELTA. Essentially, they represent the basic qualifications that many international employers look for when hiring English language teachers to work in schools or language academies.  [Read more]

TEFL (Teach English as a Foreign Language) and TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) certifications are both widely recognized qualifications that enable individuals to teach English to non-native speakers. Despite their similarities, there are some key differences between the two. One of the main distinctions between TEFL and TESOL certifications lies in their focus. TEFL is specifically geared towards teaching English to non-native speakers in countries where English is not the primary language. On the other hand, TESOL is a more comprehensive term that encompasses teaching English to non-native speakers in various contexts, including countries where English may be an official or second language. From an SEO perspective, understanding the differences between TEFL and...  [Read more]

  If you have looked into the idea of teaching English abroad you are certain to have come across the acronyms TEFL and TESOL many times and in several different contexts. But what do they actually mean?  [Read more]

The online Diploma in TESOL course is our most advanced online certification. The course is a very popular option as it adds a high-level qualification to your CV/resume that allows you to apply for more prestigious teaching positions that typically offer a higher salary and greater responsibility. The diploma course begins with our standard 120-hour online TEFL certification course which looks at all the basic subjects required by new English teachers. Because of this, the diploma course is open to first-time teachers and those with some existing teaching experience. There are many good reasons to take our online Diploma in TESOL course, including: The course is divided into 11 separate modules as outlined below: All course modules require roughly 21 hours of study. The final summative...  [Read more]

  Our Diploma in TESOL is an advanced online course that gives graduates an in-depth knowledge of English language teaching and a distinct advantage when applying for ESL jobs worldwide. By completing this research based course you will be in a position to apply for jobs that offer greater responsibility and an increased salary.  [Read more]

  This TEFL review is from Will from the United States. After doing a lot of research, he decided that he wanted to follow a new career path in teaching English as a foreign language. Since a TEFL/TESOL course is one of the most common requirements for EFL employers worldwide, he decided to take our 120-hour online TEFL/TESOL certification course and enjoyed it a lot. Will chose the tutored version of the course and was able to ask a professional ITTT tutor any questions he might have during the course. After completing the course, he was also offered an additional 50-hour course for free and received excellent post-course services such as resume and interview preparation and access to job offers worldwide. Below you can read feedback from an ITTT graduate regarding one section of...  [Read more]

  This TEFL review is from Karyna who is currently teaching abroad. She is from the Ukraine and recently took our 120-hour online TEFL/TESOL course as she is a young teacher and wanted to gain a new qualification for your professional development. She enjoyed the course a lot and was able to use the new skills in her classroom abroad while taking the course. This way, she saw quick improvements in her teaching skills and, thus, recommend this course to all new teachers out there. Below you can read feedback from an ITTT graduate regarding one section of their online TEFL certification course. Each of our online courses is broken down into concise units that focus on specific areas of English language teaching. This convenient, highly structured design means that you can quickly get...  [Read more]

  Nicole is currently teaching English in China and recently took a TEFL/TESOL course from ITTT. In this TEFL review she is sharing why she recommends this course to anyone wanting to teach English abroad.  [Read more]

  In this TESOL review video, ITTT course graduate Susan from Russia shares her thoughts on taking online TEFL courses with ITTT. She is currently working as an English teacher in China and wanted to further her skills by taking a TEFL course and getting certified. She enjoyed the course a lot and learned many new methods and techniques for her classroom in China. She recommends this course to anyone wanting to teach English abroad.  [Read more]

  In this TESOL review video, ITTT course graduate Abdul from Sudan shares his thoughts on taking online TEFL courses with ITTT. After teaching ESL for about 5 years, he decided to get certified with a TEFL course from ITTT. He enjoyed his course experience very much and is now much more confident in his classroom. He recommends ITTT to anyone wanting to have a career in teaching English.  [Read more]

  In this TESOL review video, ITTT course graduate Nessa from Russia shares her thoughts on taking online TEFL courses with ITTT. She enjoyed her TEFL course with ITTT and received her hard-copy certificate in the mail after successfully completing the course. She loved her course experience and is now on her way to a new career in teaching English as a foreign language.  [Read more]

  In this TESOL review video, ITTT course graduate Lisa shares her thoughts on taking online TEFL courses with ITTT. She enjoyed taking the course and thought that it was well organized and easy to use. She also says that she learned a lot from the online TEFL course and will definitely recommend it to her friends.  [Read more]

  Dylan has recently completed our 120-hour TEFL course with tutor support in order to be able to teach English in China. He learned a lot from the course and feels ready to step into his own classroom.  [Read more]

  In this TEFL review video Alejandra tells us that she graduated from ITTT?s 120-hour online TEFL course. She is working at an English language academy in Costa Rica that focuses on helping their students with their English fluency. She enjoyed taking the TEFL course and recommends it to anyone thinking of working in the English teaching field.  [Read more]

  In this TEFL review video, Helen shares her thoughts on a TEFL course she recently took with ITTT. She took this TEFL course to improve her skills and have an internationally accredited certification to continue to teach in English. She enjoyed her course and recommends it to anyone wanting to pursue a career in teaching English abroad.  [Read more]

  In this TEFL review video, Stephanie shares her experience taking the 120-hour online TEFL course from ITTT. She enjoyed taking the TEFL course and was very impressed with the course contents. She recommends it to anyone thinking of working in the English teaching field.  [Read more]

  In this TEFL review video Alina tells us that he graduated from ITTT's 120-hour online TEFL course. Alina is from the Ukraine and thought that the course was very well structured and the information is precise. She also appreciated the great tutor support she received throughout the course.  [Read more]

  Niketa has recently completed our 120-hour online TEFL course and enjoyed it a lot. She especially liked the flexibility of the course as she was able to study at her own time and from anywhere in the world. She recommends this course to anyone wanting to pursue a career in teaching English.  [Read more]

  Fritz is originally from Cameroon but has been teaching English in Ukraine for a few years. Because he felt that he was lacking some very important teaching skills, he recently took the 120-hour TEFL online course from ITTT. He completely enjoyed the course and is able to use some of the material and taught methodologies in his classroom - with amazing results!  [Read more]

  In this TESOL review video, ITTT course graduate Jeaninee from Namibia lives in Germany and she's currently teaching English classes to children aged 7 to 10. She decided to get TEFL certified to advance in the English teaching field and has thoroughly enjoyed her course experience with ITTT. Jeaninee learned many new things from the 120-hour TEFL course and recommends the course to anyone wanting to teach English as well.  [Read more]

  Zareena recently completed her ITTT TEFL course and shares her opinions in this TEFL review video. She enjoyed the course and thought that it put everything into perspective for her. She thinks that this course is a big step into the right direction towards her English education career.  [Read more]

  This TESOL review is from Polina. She is from Greece and recently completed our 120-hour online TEFL/TESOL training course right next to the beach at home. She found the course to be very interesting and learned a lot of new things. She is excited to use her new learned skills at the end of the year when she is going back to the capital city of Athens to work with new clients. Below you can read feedback from an ITTT graduate regarding one section of their online TEFL certification course. Each of our online courses is broken down into concise units that focus on specific areas of English language teaching. This convenient, highly structured design means that you can quickly get to grips with each section before moving onto the next. I have learnt about Classroom...  [Read more]

  In this TEFL review video, ITTT course graduate Juandri from South Africa shares her thoughts on the 120-hour TEFL course from ITTT. She completed the course online at her own pace and loved the flexibility this course format gave her. She also loved the additional material the course offers that you can print out and keep in a folder forever.  [Read more]

  In this TEFL review video Karah tells us that she graduated from ITTT's 120-hour online TEFL course. After a week of researching the best TEFL course options, she decided to take a TEFL course from ITTT due to the great reviews. To her, ITTT takes teaching teachers very seriously and she feels very prepared to teach her own lessons.  [Read more]