Grab some pho, get your passport prepared, and get ready to start an adventure with the best TEFL courses in Vietnam! Vietnam has become *the* place to teach English in Asia. Great salaries, amazing food, adventures waiting to be had, and stories that need to be discovered. With a Government back scheme called the National Foreign Languages Project (that has the aim to have every student in Vietnam using English comfortably by 2020), Vietnam has a growing market for English teachers. You can take your TEFL course in Vietnam with the knowledge that there will be a job out there for you. Vietnam is one of the few countries increasing its numbers of native teachers, not reducing them.
Earning your TEFL in Vietnam will be a blur of sights, sounds, tastes...and skill-building, of course!
Vietnam makes it easy for you to become a teacher. Arrive with a tourist visa to study TEFL in Vietnam, and when Vietnam has captured your heart (and you get your first job!) you can easily change it to a business visa. Whether you fall in love with the magic of Hanoi, the buzz of Ho Chi Minh, the laidback lifestyle of Hoi An, or the beaches of DaNang, there are plenty of jobs throughout Vietnam—and you will have no regrets about earning your TEFL in Vietnam.
More good news? Completing your TEFL in Vietnam is affordable. With the great pay and cheap living, you will quickly justify having completed your TEFL in Vietnam. There are not many countries where you can complete your TEFL on Friday and start working on Monday. Once you start working you will be able to save up for that motorbike jaunt down the coast, and you won’t need to feel guilty about indulging in another bowl of pho. After completing your TEFL course in Vietnam, there will be worldwide opportunities, so you can see where the wind blows your ESL career.
Here are traveler favorites when it comes to TEFL programs in Vietnam:
- International TEFL Academy
- Teach Explore Asia
- Australia Vocational Skills
- ITTT
- Ninja Teacher Academy
- i-to-i
- TEFL Connect
The best programs for completing your TEFL in Vietnam this year
Editor’s note: This information on getting TEFL in Vietnam was accurate at the time of publishing. Please refer to each individual program for current data.
1. International TEFL Academy—9.5
“Our practicum experience was taught by the most amazing Vietnamese ladies who I am still in contact with even to this day. I cannot wait to go back to HCMC and visit them. I feel like I learned so much in this program and I am currently using those skills in my position in the Peace Corps.” —Read more International TEFL Academy reviews
- Where? Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh
- When? Year-round
- Why? ITA was the winner of the GoAbroad 2018 People’s Choice award for best international education organisation! You’ll find lessons based in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh, great local and international connections for jobs after you complete certification, and a lifetime support when you need to find a job. This company will be there for you at the start of your journey, and wherever you decide to take it after.
- More info about International TEFL Academy
2. Teach Explore Asia—9.47
“XploreAsia ... They totally ROCK!!! From the International Program Manager to the guys in the office to the TESOL instructor ... They are the epitome of happiness. They are there for you & want you to succeed.”—Read more Teach Explore Asia reviews
- Where? Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh
- When? Year-round
- Why? This company will not only give you a great grounding with your TEFL course in Vietnam, it will give you an unrivaled cultural education which is a perfect introduction to your new home. Practical training is a priority with detailed feedback to ensure you make the most of TEFL in Vietnam. The company will also place you in your first job and they will make sure the job and location will suit you.
- More info about Teach Explore Asia
3. Australia Vocational Skills—9.9
“Earning my TESOL through AVSE was certainly a great decision. Their staff and faculty are top notch and are able to thoroughly prepare you for a career teaching English as a second language. Their in-class curriculum, as well as real life teaching practice, are extremely valuable in preparing you to be a successful teacher.”— Read more Australia Vocational Skills reviews
- Where? Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh
- When? Year-round
- Why? One of the only Australian-accredited training schemes in Vietnam, your 2-4 weeks of intensive training is guaranteed to lead to a job, and with all the practical training provided, your career will start with a flying jump. Accommodation is provided, and the emphasis on socializing means you will have new found friends to help you with your journey and to constantly remind you that TEFL in Vietnam was the best choice.
- More info about Australia Vocational Skills
4. ITTT—8.33
“I wanted real life experience teaching before I stepped into my first classroom. The teaching practices helped me tremendously in getting comfortable talking in front of students.” —Read more ITTT reviews
- Where? Ho Chi Minh
- When? Year-round
- Why? Offering a combination of online and in-person training, ITTT ensures there is an opportunity to complete your TEFL in Vietnam that will meet your budget and time constraints. On-site training involves 120 hours in the classroom with four weeks of training, while their online version scales back to 60 hours. Remember: Time is money and money is pho.
- More info about ITTT
5. Ninja Teacher Academy—9.4
“I have had the best 4 weeks of my life, being in a classroom and learning to be the best TESOL teacher I can ever be. It’s so much fun to study as a team rather than online. This course has really helped me in so many ways.”—Read more Ninja Teacher Academy reviews
- Where? Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh
- When? Year-round
- Why? Ninja Teacher Academy’s goal is to make sure all its teachers will be fun, engaging, and effective in the classroom—and they do this through an exciting and thought-provoking course. NTA is a family, and during your course you will get to meet past students who you can ask questions and get advice from. At the end of the course they work with you to find a job that suits your needs and teaching style.
- More info about Ninja Teacher Academy
6. i-to-i TEFL—8.96
“I found that the lesson planning exercises were practical, I liked how I got feedback at the end of the testing.”—Read more i-to-i TEFL reviews
- Where? Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh
- When? Year-round
- Why? The world-leading TEFL course provider, i-to-i TEFL provides the option to complete the course with a mixture of online and classroom teaching. It also has a wide range of extra courses that can help you gain skills in a specialized area or develop your confidence further. All its tutors have considerable experience and there is a huge online resource library. It is also an English Government regulated qualification!
- More info about i-to-i TEFL Vietnam
7. TEFL Connect—be the first to review!
- Where? Ho Chi Minh
- When? Year-round
- Why? Based in the vibrant and buzzing district 1 in Ho Chi Minh, you will be assisted throughout your course, and your subsequent job. Use this great base as an introduction to the beauty of Vietnam. They also offer support to non-native English speakers looking for a job teaching English.
- More info about Vietnam TEFL Connect
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Deciding to earn your TEFL in Vietnam is a decision that will pay in dividends.
Vietnam is a great location to study your TEFL and to see where the qualification may take you. Vietnam’s TEFL courses are affordable and allow you to meet requirements for work visas throughout the world, all while delivering a huge pool of job opportunities to your doorstep. Vietnam is also a great stepping stone to exploring and discovering Southeast Asian culture, and with plenty of easy trips to take during your time off that won’t break the bank, your friends will become envious of your adventure.
Gain vital classroom experience through your TEFL course in Vietnam, and you will be ready for whatever the world of ESL throws at you. What are you waiting for? Become an expert in pho and start your TEFL adventure in Vietnam!
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