The TEFL Academy

Program Reviews

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Lethabo
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Level 5 Tefl academy course

With plans to teach abroad, I enrolled in the Level 5 TEFL course to gain the necessary skills and qualifications. Before enrolling, I contacted their helpful desk with some questions. Their friendly and informative response gave me the confidence to enroll, and I'm glad I did.

The course provided exceptional resources and practical assignments that mirrored real-world teaching scenarios. The timely feedback from graders helped me improve my teaching strategies, and I was proud to achieve a merit grade on one of my assessments.

This course not only equipped me with a practical skillset for teaching abroad, but it also offered valuable assistance with CV and cover letter formatting. Additionally, their job board provided a great platform to explore international and online teaching opportunities.

I found their YouTube channel and weekly Saturday webinars particularly helpful, as they allowed me to revisit course topics and clarify any doubts with the instructors. I highly recommend this course to anyone looking to pursue a rewarding career in TEFL

What is your advice to future travelers on this program?
While the course itself is valid for 6 months, with dedication and careful pacing, you can complete it within one to two months.
Pros
  • Stronger skillset
  • Increased job prospects-international recognition
  • Career advancement
Cons
  • Cost
  • Time commitment
  • Emphasis on theory
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Kristine Lynn
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

TEFL Level 5 Online

The TEFL was a lot of work, but well worth it. As an experienced teacher, I learned so much that I could use in the classroom. Their support was incredibile, for every questions I asked, I was able to get an immediate response, allowing me to continue my studies with a clear understanding. I took this course for myself, as I am already a qualifired teacher since and I am happy to have already referred two people. Thank you TEFL team for an amazing experience. I will definately take everything I learned and use it in my classroom today. The tools you have provided with me, have already made a difference and I can see my students learning in way that I haven't seen before.

If you did this all over again, what's one thing you would change?
I would write to ask if I could change the topic of assignment A, fortnite was very new to me and outside my comfort zone. I passed the assignment but only after learning a lot about fortnite.
Pros
  • availability of staff
  • evolved professionally
  • able to use the content in my classroom
Cons
  • some units were very lengthy and overwhelming with the amount of content presented at one time.
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RAQUEL
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

non-intimidating

Initially, I felt apprehensive and hesitant about enrolling in the online TEFL course. I delayed my decision, finding excuses to avoid it. However, once I finally enrolled, I was thrilled to find the lessons enjoyable and non-intimidating. The lessons provided were clear-cut and simple to comprehend. Ample tools, online resources, and sufficient time are available for you to conduct thorough research and effectively apply the knowledge gained from the materials they provide. I was thrilled to discover that I could successfully finish the course, which filled me with a great sense of achievement. You never truly know what you're capable of until you try.

What was the most surprising thing you saw or did?
I was pleasantly surprised to find myself able to complete the course, which gave me a strong sense of accomplishment.
Pros
  • There are promotions you can take advantage of
  • There’s no pressure in completing assignments, as you have access to the necessary tools, online resources, and ample time.
Cons
  • Some of the lessons and assignments may seem overwhelming at first, but everything is manageable with a positive approach.
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Euné
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Review of TEFL Course Level 5

The course was very helpful and insightful. It definitely helps with understanding lesson planning better. The assignments weren't too easy and challenged you to do more research and understanding of the topics. The business top up course is surprisingly interesting! It would have been nice of the top up courses showed up on the dashboard automatically and did not require a second enrollment. I thoroughly enjoyed this course. I really liked the included hanbooks, it will be very useful in the future, especially in class.

What is your advice to future travelers on this program?
Don't be scared or intimidated of the top up busses course! It is actually very interesting and insightful , not difficult at all.
Pros
  • Very well organized.
  • Easy to understand and follow material and instructions.
  • No website crashes.
Cons
  • Having to enroll a second time to access the top up courses.
  • Repeated coursework.
  • The review on the tests after units doesn't show what the correct answers should be.
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Lauren
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

TTA level 5 online

I was really impressed with TTAs course, the site was easy to navigate and responses to queries were quick and helpful. The course content was engaging and informative with interactive quizzes and relevant information on how to teach English as a foreign language. The course also provides information on what to expect as a TEFL teacher as well as the job board and CV tips have been invaluable resources in helping me start on my TEFL journey.
Thank you TTA for the awesome start to my TEFL career.

Pros
  • Easy to navigate platform
  • Helpful staff
  • Up-to-date and in-depths course work
Cons
  • 6 month limit to finish the course
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Gerrit
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

CAMBODIA

Within the next month I am going to Cambodia. And this would not have been possible if it was not for the TEFL Academy, especially for Henri. He assisted me through the entry process and answered all my questions I had. The course was extremely helpful in every way. I know for sure that I am going to use most of the materials in my own classroom one day. Stay focused during everything and make a lot of notes because one day you want to look back and use them. It is always helpful to look back at old notes and find something new to use.

If you did this all over again, what's one thing you would change?
I would have worked through the study material more in detail, and I would not have rushed through everything. Luckily, I made a lot of notes, which is very important for first time teachers.
Pros
  • It is one in a lifetime opportunity
  • You make a lot of new friends
  • You experience something new everyday
Cons
  • It is extremely hard work
  • Not everyone is always there to assist you
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Stace
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

An excellent learning expeience to broaden your horizons

It's a very comprehensive course covering many TEFL topics. The assignments are of a very high standard, so you might have to resubmit if you don't do well but you do get 3 attempts. The staff give comprehensive feedback on the assignments. It's self-paced so you can do it anytime (within 6 months). The free top-up courses provided with the course are excellent and give more value for money. The course content is very interesting. There are quizzes at the end of units to test your knowledge. I am glad to have done this course!

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Olivia
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Worthwhile Course

I would 10/10 recommend this course. The support was great and the platform was easily accessible. There's 10 units and all are really easy to follow. The tests at the end of each unit are straightforward and worthwhile. Feedback is provided by tutors for each assignment and I found this very helpful. There's 3 assignments and you get 3 attempts on each, giving you a chance to succeed and pass the course. The content is interesting and overall I was really delighted to engage with the 6 month course. It was very beneficial and I feel more confident now if I was to go abroad and teach English as a foreign language.

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Kay-Cee
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Excellent Accessibility, Materials & Support

The spur-of-the-moment decision to purchase and complete this course really paid off and was everything I expected and more! The six-month time frame suggested was well within my ability to balance my current job while working on my TEFL qualification. I found it easy to pace myself with the course content, had no trouble communicating with the very efficient admin and tutor support, and found the assignments fun yet optimally challenging, thanks to the clear and well-thought out instructions. Overall, it was a very pleasant experience!

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Stace
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

An excellent learning expeience to broaden your horizons

It's a very comprehensive course covering many TEFL topics. The assignments are of a very high standard, so you might have to resubmit if you don't do well but you do get 3 attempts. The staff give comprehensive feedback on the assignments. It's self-paced so you can do it anytime (within 6 months). The free top-up courses provided with the course are excellent and give more value for money. The course content is very interesting. There are quizzes at the end of units to test your knowledge. I am glad to have done this course!