The TEFL Academy
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The TEFL Academy is one of the major organizations offering teaching English as a foreign language courses online and in classrooms all around the world. We were the world’s first TEFL course provider to have received official recognition from government-regulated awarding bodies both in the US and the UK. The Level 3 and Level 5 versions of our TEFL course lead to accredited qualifications awa...
The TEFL Academy is one of the major organizations offering teaching English as a foreign language courses online and in classrooms all around the world. We were the world’s first TEFL course provider to have received official recognition from government-regulated awarding bodies both in the US and the UK. The Level 3 and Level 5 versions of our TEFL course lead to accredited qualifications awarded by Qualifi (a UK government-recognised awarding body) and are regulated by Ofqual (UK government department). The Level 3 and Level 5 versions of our TEFL course are also DEAC (U.S. Department of Education recognised) approved as meeting the criteria for Approved Quality Curriculum (AQC) status. AQC is a quality assurance scheme that guarantees our courses have been peer-reviewed and meet str...
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A Practical and Confidence-Building Step into ESL Teaching
December 18, 2025by: Farhan Saeed - PakistanProgram: Online Level 5 TEFL CourseEnrolling in the Online Level 5 TEFL Course with The TEFL Academy was a genuinely rewarding experience for me as an English teacher with an academic background but limited international ESL exposure. The course content is well-structured, clear, and highly practical, especially the modules on lesson planning, classroom management, grammar awareness, and teaching different learner levels. What I appreciated most was how theory was consistently linked to real classroom situations, which helped me build confidence as a future ESL teacher. The assignments were challenging yet fair, pushing me to think like a professional teacher rather than just a student. Tutor feedback was supportive and constructive, making the learning process even more effective. Overall, this course has strengthened my teaching skills, enhanced my CV, and prepared me well for global ESL opportunities.
A definite wake up call for my brain!! Enjoyed the challenges
December 18, 2025by: Sonia Emma Da Silva - South AfricaProgram: Online Level 3 TEFL CourseI really enjoyed the course. I loved the challenge, and it reminded me that you truly can teach an old dog new tricks. I am excited to see where Level 3 takes me. Thank you for a great experience. I highly recommend TEFL courses.
Best decision I've made.
December 18, 2025by: Lorraine Mditshwa - South AfricaProgram: Online Level 5 TEFL CourseFor some time I have been wanting to do TEFL training as I have interest in teaching. I looked at other training institutions and TTA came out as the best option for me. The presentation of their course was clear and detailed. The support they provide during the training and links to job opportunities once training is completed matched what I needed from a training institute.
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Jessica Morris
Interviewed in 2019
Jessica Morris is part of the Student Services Team at The TEFL Academy. She deals with everything from enrolling to certificates, and helps existing,...
Jessica Morris
Interviewed in 2019
What inspired you to travel abroad?
I love to travel and learn new things! I also love to help people further themselves in whatever way possible! Teaching is also something I really enjoy and hope to do in the future. Joining an organisation with a core value to helping others through teaching across the world was a no brainer!
Maria Lorena Morales
Interviewed in 2019
Maria Lorena Morales is originally from Argentina. She has been living in Ireland for the past 11 years. She loves to travel in her spare time, experi...
Maria Lorena Morales
Interviewed in 2019
What inspired you to travel abroad?
What inspired me the most was being able to help people achieve their dreams of travelling and teaching English in other countries around the world. Some people are in the middle of switching careers after many years and seeing them follow their dreams just as I did at some point in my life and take such a big step, is admiring and gratifying.
Rachel Dempsey
Interviewed in 2019
Rachel Dempsey is a native of Dublin, Ireland, who loves to travel and meet new people.
Rachel Dempsey
Interviewed in 2019
What inspired you to travel abroad?
I have worked in educational/travel industries for over two and a half years now. I love to work with people who are looking to broaden their horizons and experience new things. Our students will go out into the world and teach others the very valuable skill of the English language. It is great to be part of the process. It is great to assist people in reaching their goals of becoming a certified TEFL teacher.
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The TEFL Academy is one of the major organizations offering teaching English as a foreign language courses online and in classrooms all around the world. We were the world’s first TEFL course provider to have received official recognition from government-regulated awarding bodies both in the US and the UK. The Level 3 and Level 5 versions of our TEFL course lead to accredited qualifications awarded by Qualifi (a UK government-recognised awarding body) and are regulated by Ofqual (UK government department). The Level 3 and Level 5 versions of our TEFL course are also DEAC (U.S. Department of Education recognised) approved as meeting the criteria for Approved Quality Curriculum (AQC) status. AQC is a quality assurance scheme that guarantees our courses have been peer-reviewed and meet str...
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The TEFL Academy is one of the major organizations offering teaching English as a foreign language courses online and in classrooms all around the world. We were the world’s first TEFL course provider to have received official recognition from government-regulated awarding bodies both in the US and the UK. The Level 3 and Level 5 versions of our TEFL course lead to accredited qualifications awarded by Qualifi (a UK government-recognised awarding body) and are regulated by Ofqual (UK government department). The Level 3 and Level 5 versions of our TEFL course are also DEAC (U.S. Department of Education recognised) approved as meeting the criteria for Approved Quality Curriculum (AQC) status. AQC is a quality assurance scheme that guarantees our courses have been peer-reviewed and meet str...
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