Location
Multiple Locations +6
  • Online
  • Russia
    • Moscow
  • South Africa
    • Durban
  • Italy
    • Milan
  • United States of America
    • San Francisco
  • Spain
    • Barcelona
Length
180 hours
Training Type
Online
Payment plans, Work study

Program Details

Teaching Practicum
No
Job Placement
Yes
Certifications
Online TEFL TEFL
Age Min.
17

Pricing

Starting Price
169
Jan 30, 2025
Feb 25, 2025
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About Program

Whether you are 17 or 70 years old, a native or a non-native English speaker, let us help you find the perfect course for teaching English online, abroad or both! Our courses are recognised worldwide.

The TEFL Institute’s Level 5 qualification accrediting body is Highfield Qualifications. This qualification provides learners with an internationally recognised certificate/diploma and can be used to secure visas, teaching positions, and other employment-related to English language teaching worldwide. [Approved Centre Number: 21335]

Consider your long-term career goals and whether such a diploma aligns with your aspirations for teaching English. This diploma is the equivelnat of a CELTA qualification.

Ofqual formally recognises Awarding Organisations and regulates qualifications, examinations and assessments. Ofqual has approved Highfield, the Awarding Organisation (AO), to provide various regulated qualifications in varying sectors, including Education and Training.

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Program Highlights

  • Highly regarded by employers worldwide, the TEFL Institute Level 5 TEFL diploma is rated at the same level as a CELTA qualification.
  • This diploma carries more credibility and may be preferred by employers, particularly in countries where government regulations play a significant role in education.
  • Graduates of government-regulated TEFL diploma programs may have an advantage in securing teaching positions in schools, universities, and language institutes, especially if these institutions require or prefer government-recognized qualifications.
  • Free trial available on all Level 5 TEFL courses.
  • Personal recruitment advisor for all of our students.

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Program Reviews

4.86 Rating
based on 51 reviews
  • 5 rating 86.27%
  • 4 rating 13.73%
  • 3 rating 0%
  • 2 rating 0%
  • 1 rating 0%
  • Content 4.95
  • Engagement 4.75
  • Support 4.85
  • Platform 4.75
  • Value 4.85
Showing 1 - 8 of 51 reviews
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Angelique
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

So Grateful

My experience was incredible, if there was ever a moment of doubt it was quickly sorted with an email to one of the very supportive staff members of TEFL. Thank you to all TEFL Staff. Would definitely recommend this course to everyone. I learnt a lot and it was a challenge but a fun one indeed. I look forward to walking a long path with TEFL, and to all the future opportunities that may present themselves. If you are looking to expand your knowledge, because after all knowledge is power. This is the way to go.

4 people found this review helpful.
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Sarah
4/5
Yes, I recommend this program

180-hour level 5 TEFL diploma

The course was well structured and went through what is needed to know to start teaching English as a foreign language. Walter gave me information to help me decide on the course. I like that the content is both written and recorded audio to follow along with. The assessments provide challenge and help to process understanding of the course materials. And getting a certificate at the end is great! All in all I think it's a good course, though some aspects could be expanded upon for more in-depth learning. It's a good starting point to get into this career.

6 people found this review helpful.
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Maria
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

300 hours TEFL course

After completing my 300 Hour Regulated Level 5 Advanced TEFL Diploma course I would like to express my appreciation to the whole TEFL team and the academic advisor who helped me so much in this 'learning journey'. Moreover, they were all more than available to help me when I encountered some technical problems. Communication was instant, and the team members with whom I exchanged emails were more than polite. I want to thank you all for everything from the bottom of my heart. Finally, I hope to have the opportunity to attend another program in the future.

4 people found this review helpful.
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Moina
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

TEFL Level 5 Diploma

I had a great learning experience. The entire course was engaging and informative but I have greatly enjoyed the lesson planning modules. The section about explaining grammar concepts to the students was also very useful. The assignments were rigorous and helped me reinforce all the concepts.

I learned a great deal about classroom management techniques as well, which are very useful when teaching young learners.

The academic team was very responsive and was always available to answer any questions.

Overall, I would say that it is a very useful course for anyone looking to become a language teacher.

If you did this all over again, what's one thing you would change?
I would manage my time better.
Pros
  • Great for busy professionals as you can study at your own pace.
  • Very clear instructions
  • Enagaging assigments
Cons
  • Teaching of grammar can be more intensive
  • Not much insights were provided for teaching one-on-one lessons on online platforms
9 people found this review helpful.
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Colum
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

TEFL Institute review

This is a very solid course, with plenty of material and resources. I have yet to begin teaching, but I do feel well prepared by all which the 180 hour course provided, including activities and games, advice on classroom management, advice on teaching styles and methods etc.

There are weekly zoom classes which one can join though there is no in-person element to the course which I purchases when it comes to the actual teaching.

I found the team at the TEFL Institute to be extremely friendly, helpful, and quick to respond. I spoke with Tracy in the chat on their website and had all my questions answered.

They have an option to have a phone call with an advisor, and I spoke with Sórcha O' Connell. She really helped me figure out what course would be best for my specific situation, as I was trying to find something that would give me qualifications to work abroad in Europe.

What would you improve about this program?
It is great to be able to complete the course online, but an in-person componenet would be very helpful in removing some of the nerves one might have before starting to teach. There are advantages either way, so this is not a criticicm, rather a reflection on what I feel I could still benefit from after completing this course
Pros
  • Can complete at home, online.
  • Lots of resources and materials
  • Very helpful staff
Cons
  • No in-person component
  • Some links need to be updated. Very few, but still important.
  • No feedback after completion of exams
6 people found this review helpful.
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Carrie-Ann
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

C.J Taylor

I had been years and years out of education being older however I found the course and it’s materials engaging and had a wide range of visuals and videos as well as an option to hear the content in an audio version. I loved the fact that I could do it in my own time with no pressure which gave me time to digest and reflect on the information I was learning.

Whenever I had any problems about anything I would email the academic team. They were quick to respond and very helpful and supportive. The only criticism I would have is that when I did the big assessments there was not very much feedback which I found quite disappointing after all the hard work it had taken me to complete them.

Overall though the experience was a very positive one and to anyone older going back to education I urge you to go for it as I feel that doing this course is not only achievable with a good mindset and a bit of hard work but also a great confidence booster. I feel elated after doing this course and I am finally able to move abroad. I am SO happy I went ahead and did this course.

8 people found this review helpful.
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MOPELOLA OLUBUKUNOLA
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

TEFL: Level 5 Diploma

All you need to know and learn as a TEFL teacher is provided in this course. I was on holiday in London when I decided to start the course. I requested a callback and spoke with someone who was helpful and guided my decision on the choice of the course. The course layout is easy to navigate and the quizzes help you refresh and serve as a progress measure. Coming from a non-teaching background, I found it to be a good platform.

The support is good. During my course period, my mom died, and I greatly appreciated Jenny O'Sullivan's prompt assistance with the course extension. I look forward to more support when needed.

8 people found this review helpful.
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Georgia
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Amazing experience!

I loved every moment of working through this course. The website and app worked perfectly, the content was wonderfully put together and the activities were very insightful. The whole academic team is amazing and marked my assessments faster than I expected every time! Their feedback was so good I only had to retake one assessment only once. I highly recommend taking advantage of this course, and I'm so excited to get working with the new opportunities it has provided me. Thank you for helping me further my career in teaching English!

9 people found this review helpful.

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