Get TEFL Certified for Thailand: Accredited 120 Hour Course

No. Schools in Thailand expect English only instruction in the classroom, and many actively prefer it so students get full immersion. This TEFL course trains you to teach using gestures, visuals, modeling, and simple instructions, so you can manage a class with no Thai at all. Learning a few basic phrases will still help with daily life, local colleagues, and settling in, and many teachers pick up conversational Thai once they arrive.

You need to be 18 or over and have a good level of written and spoken English. A degree is not required to enroll or to earn the certificate. Keep in mind that most schools in Thailand, and the work permit process, usually expect a bachelor's degree for full time teaching roles. If you do not hold a degree yet, you can still certify now and use the qualification later, online, or in other countries with different entry rules.

Most people complete the course in 2 to 6 weeks. It is fully self paced with 24/7 online access, so you can move faster if you study full time or spread it out around work, college, or travel plans. There are no fixed class times to attend. Many students finish before they fly, while others complete it after arriving in Thailand, alongside the job search. Your digital certificate is issued as soon as you pass the final module.

Yes. The certificate is not tied to Thailand. The 120 hour standard is the benchmark many employers use across Asia, Latin America, and Europe, and it is also widely accepted by online teaching platforms. Each country sets its own visa and degree rules, so check those for your target destination. If you plan to move between markets or apply to international schools later, the Level 5 TEFL Diploma is a useful upgrade to consider.

Yes. Every graduate receives lifetime job assistance, including help with your resume, guidance on applying to schools and agencies in Thailand, and advice on interviews and contracts. We also explain the Non-Immigrant B visa and work permit steps so you know what paperwork to prepare. This course does not include a guaranteed placement, but the support stays available for as long as you need it, in Thailand and beyond.