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Program Overview

Our Online Level 5 TEFL Certificate (168 hours) is regulated by Ofqual (UK) and approved by the DEAC (US), so has official recognition from 2 government-recognized bodies! This makes all the difference when applying for jobs.

The online-only version of our course is the most flexible way to get TEFL qualified. Study in your own time with help and support from our dedicated tutor team.

Once you have successfully completed the course, you will be qualified to teach English abroad anywhere in the world. The online course consists of ten mandatory units. On average, students complete the course within 4-6 weeks.

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Program Highlights

Complete online your Level 5 TEFL, one of the world’s most recognized and highest regarded TEFL certificates!
Receive a Level 5 DEAC (US) and Ofqual (UK) regulated qualification.
Take a 168-Hour Online TEFL & Grammar Course in the comfort of your home.
Receive help with finding TEFL jobs abroad as well as tutor support from EFL professionals.
Step up your teaching career with a highly recognized TEFL qualification.

What's Included

Language Lessons
Course Materials
Textbooks / Reading Materials
TEFL Certification

Program Details

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Locations

  • Online

Available Terms / Availability

  • Years Offered
  • Year Round

Eligible Nationalities

  • All Nationalities

Education Levels & Language

  • Language
  • English
  • Education
  • Any/All Education Levels Accepted

Application Procedures

  • Online Application

Age Requirement

18+

Program Reviews

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4.6
1,322 reviews

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Program Administration
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Post-Program Engagement
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Patrick FinlayEngland · October 2026

Comprehensive, challenging, rewarding.

The TEFL Academy level 5 course was challenging and comprehensive, leaving me with a firm foundation in the approaches to teaching English as a foreign language. Assignment marking and feedback was quick and helpful, as were the staff who answered the few questions I had. I would recommend this course to aspiring TEFL teachers, just be prepared to with hard!

Response from provider

Thank you for your feedback, Patrick!

Robert JonesUnited States · October 2026

Great Intro to Teaching

I really liked the layout of the class and the help I got when I couldn't understand something. It was a great introduction to teaching English. I hope in the coming weeks to take the teaching online class and also the teaching kid's class. I expect to start my job search in the new year.

Response from provider

Robert, thank you for your review. We wish you the best with your job search in the new year.

Joseph CUnited States · October 2026

Good Quality Class

I decided to move to Europe, and I thought it might be useful to have a TEFL course as a possible way to make money but I didn't have time for a classroom course. This well-designed course fit my needs. There are lots of videos but you they all come with a transcript so you can easily review what was said. In fact, you don't need to watch the videos at all - you can just read the text. I thought the quizzes were more comprehension-based than fact-based. The assignements come with a template that lays out exaclty what you need to do. There was a lot of useful material, and I learned quite a bit. There's a section about learning the "phoenetic alphabet" that seemed ludicrous to me (I've taken several langauge classes as a student and nobody has every used this and for good reason) but it's just one section. The rest of the class was great and I highly reccomend it.

Response from provider

Thank you for your review, Joseph.

Joe CUnited States · October 2026

Great Content and Convenient

This class had excellent content. I learned a lot at my own pace and it was convenient. The units are well organized and almost everything seemed relevant (I'm not so sure about the phoenetic alpabet). But everything else was informative. Highly recommended!

Response from provider

Joe, thank you for choosing to take a course with TTA!

Gustavo RuizVenezuela · October 2026

Best decision on my career!

To be honest, this was the official touch my career needed in order to become a better teacher. I was taught different skills that I didn’t have before completing the course. Most teachers lack of structure but are full of creativity and this course manages to mix both aspects. Thank you very much!

Response from provider

Gustavo, thank you for the positive review.

Venicia BournesTrinidad & Tobago · October 2026

Challenging, yet extremely rewarding!!

This course was very challenging, however the TEFL Academy ensured my success. Through their detailed coursework, excellent tutors by far it is the best TEFL program. Now I am equipped and ready to explore the world. Teaching and developing young minds is my passion, and this course has now opened the door for me to make this journey. Learning from my students is a bonus.

Response from provider

Thanks for the great review!

Kpk Kavindi SandakiriniSri Lanka · October 2026

I learnt lot of theoretical and practical knowledge related to English Language Teaching

Completing the Level 5 TEFL Diploma was a rewarding experience. The course enhanced my teaching skills, strengthened my understanding of ESL methodologies, and equipped me with practical strategies to create engaging, effective, and learner-centred English lessons.

Response from provider

Thank you for choosing to take a course with TTA.

Zosha EllestonUnited Kingdom · October 2026

An amazing experience

This TEFL course was easy to follow, and the material was really interesting. I learned about how to explain grammar and run a classroom. The platform was smooth and stress-free. If you're thinking about doing it, just go for it!

Response from provider

Zosha, thank you for the great feedback!

Mohamed Nawas Fathima RiznaSri Lanka · October 2026

My experience with The TEFL Academy has been very good. I learned useful teaching methods and gained valuable knowledge about teaching English. The course has helped me prepare for my future career as an online English teacher.

I am happy with my experience at The TEFL Academy. The course was helpful and informative, and I appreciate the opportunity to develop my teaching skills. I would recommend TTA to anyone who wants to start a career in teaching English.

Response from provider

Thanks for the review and best of luck with your TEFL career.

Zo GilbertUnited Kingdom · October 2026

I have loved this course and the content has been really useful to help me get my dream job

I had some ESOL experience but this course has given me a brilliant insight into teaching English a second language. I am looking forward to using these new skills in future employment. I would highly recommend this course.

Response from provider

Thanks for the recommendation!

Shaazia HassimSouth Africa · October 2026

I had tge time of my life using my pdf tefl certificate to teach online abroad

A few shirts weeks afte tefel I begun to teach online abroad all the lessons that I learned to relevant to what we teach online and the assignments for relevant to things that we actually have to do as EFL tutors online all the lessons and TEFL with fun interactive relevant and easy to understand. Furthermore or the TEFL tutors were also easy to converse with and very helpful assignment feedback was thorough detailed and show those exactly where to go if we were wrong or we failed the assignments steps with given how to fix it instead of letting us figured out ourselves so good response time is amazing and all of the devil quizzes and little active activities during the course made it it's so incredible and fun. I will be the first two admit that when I was told to study TEFL I was incredibly afraid because I didn't know if I could do another qualification I just come out of a four-year degree I was overwhelmed and scared but I chose the title Academy and I am so grateful that I chose the different kind of need to do whatever through fast easy convenience and most incredibly helpful I didn't struggle at all with any of the content but I felt supported to throughout the process.

Response from provider

Thanks for the feedback!

Fabio SpampanatoEngland · October 2026

Great course

The course is truly useful and incredibly clear. The tutors and staff at the Tefl academy are also always so helpful and available. I think sometimes this can be overlooked but I must say, they were an integral part of my course

Response from provider

Thanks for the review, Fabio. It is great to hear that you found our support staff so helpful.

Esther OUnited Kingdom · October 2026

More than satisfied

I was able to complete the course much within the required time allocated of six months. The resources were clear and I liked that there were examples of classes to demonstrate how to do the work with a class. The lesson template and online resources were really helpful. I was able to complete the quizzes by going through the course material. I felt the course was good value and feedback was prompt and clear. I managed to complete most of the assessments without needing to resubmit and it was helpful to have online videos explaining what I needed to do. I was very much satisfied with the course.

Response from provider

Thanks for the review, and congratulations on completing your course.

Rohini TakharUnited Kingdom · October 2026

Life changing course

I did the level 5 course and the tutor support was the best ive ever experienced and ive done many courses. The course guides you to then support you in your assignments and yes its tough but you learn so much. I thoroughly enjoyed it and would highly recommend this to anyone.

Response from provider

Thanks for the recommendation! We love to hear how supported you felt throughout.

Zeralys CorreaUnited States · October 2026

Best Decision I've Ever Made!

My experience with The TEFL Academy has been incredibly rewarding! As someone with a background in education, I wanted to expand my teaching skills while opening doors to new opportunities abroad. The course was informative, flexible, and allowed me to learn at my own pace while balancing my full-time job and personal responsibilities. The assignments were challenging at times, but they helped me grow as an educator and gain a better understanding of teaching English to learners of different ages, backgrounds, and proficiency levels. Although I would have appreciated more assignment examples, the overall experience was fantastic! Completing my certification has given me more confidence in my abilities and made my dream of teaching abroad feel much more achievable. I am genuinely excited about what comes next, and I would absolutely recommend The TEFL Academy to anyone looking to grow professionally, travel, and experience new cultures. This has truly been one of the best decisions I've ever made!

Response from provider

Zeralys, thank you for the fantastic review! We are pleased to hear that you found the course rewarding as an experienced teacher, and we wish you the best in your future career in TEFL.

Zoe GilbertUnited Kingdom · October 2026

Excellent course, very clear how to complete assignments

I really enjoyed the course. The content was extremely in-depth and I would recommend this course to new teachers. It gives great opportunities and the tutors were very responsive to my needs during the course.

Response from provider

Zoe, we are glad to hear that you enjoyed the course and felt supported by our tutor support team.

Jessica DearbornUnited States · October 2026

Great Course

I enjoyed the coursework. I felt it was well worth my time. I did see a lot of editing mistakes in the material, which I think needs to be addressed as this is a course for teaching English. There also wasn’t any real guidance on job seeking. I feel like I have been thrown to the wolves, so to speak.

Response from provider

Jessica, thank you for leaving a review. Our Student Service team would be happy to offer you advice on job seeking. Please email them at [email protected].

Talenta MnisiSouth Africa · October 2026

My Experience as a Passionate and Dedicated English Educator

My teaching experience has been rewarding and has helped me develop strong skills in lesson planning, classroom management, curriculum delivery, and learner assessment. As a passionate multilingual educator with a PGCE and TEFL training, I enjoy creating engaging, inclusive, and learner-centred lessons that support learners with different abilities and learning needs. I strive to build positive relationships, encourage active participation, and help learners develop confidence in using English. Teaching has strengthened my communication, adaptability, and problem-solving skills while allowing me to contribute to learners' academic growth and personal development.

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Response from provider

Talenta, thank you for choosing to take a course with TTA!

Katie GroebeUnited States · October 2026

Ready

I took the Level 5 TEFL course in advance of travel plans so that I could get acclimated to teaching English as a 2nd language first. I completed the course in 2 months and found it to be enlightening and well organized. The reference material is generous and I look forward to applying what I learned soon.

Response from provider

Thank you, Katie. We wish you the best of luck with your travel and teaching plans!

Ali CemmedoEngland · October 2026

A Great Learning Experience

I really enjoyed completing my Level 5 TEFL course. The course was informative, well-structured, and gave me a much better understanding of teaching English as a foreign language. I learned a lot of useful skills and techniques that I can apply in a real classroom, and the course has helped me feel more confident about starting my teaching journey. Although some parts were challenging, I found the experience rewarding and appreciated the opportunity to develop my knowledge and skills. I would recommend this course to anyone looking to gain a TEFL qualification and begin a career in teaching English.

Response from provider

Thank you for the recommendation, Ali. We are delighted to hear that you finished the course feeling more confident.

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Get answers to all the most common questions about The TEFL Academy.

What is the Online Level 5 TEFL course, and what does it entail?

The Level 5 TEFL course is a 168-hour comprehensive online course that trains you to teach English as a foreign language covering various aspects of TEFL, including grammar, lesson planning, classroom management, and teaching skills.

What is Ofqual?

Ofqual is a non-ministerial government department that regulates qualifications, exams, and assessments in England. They ensure reliability, assess students' achievements, and provide information to students and teachers.

What is DEAC?

The Distance Education Accrediting Commission accredits distance education schools from secondary to doctoral levels, encompassing all aspects of distance learning, and is provided in the US and globally.

What is a level 5 qualification?

It is a regulated UK government-approved qualification demonstrating a recognized achievement, at the same level as the diploma of higher education (DipHE), a foundation degree, and the CELTA and Trinity CertTESOL qualifications.

How do I apply for the Online Level 5 TEFL Course?

First, determine whether the program matches your skills and preferences. Review the requirements and deadlines, and click “Apply Now” if you think the program is good for you.

Recognitions & Awards

Awards and accreditations earned by this provider

GoAbroad Top Rated Provider 2025 - TEFL Courses
GoAbroad Top Rated Provider 2024 - TEFL Courses
Top Rated Provider 2023 - TEFL Courses
Top Rated TEFL Certification Organization 2022
Top Rated Organization 2021 - TEFL Certification
People’s Choice 2021 Finalist
Top Rated TEFL Certification Organizations of 2020
AQC - Approved Quality Curriculum
Qualifi - UK Regulated Awarding Organisation
DEAC - Distance Education Accrediting Commission
Top Rated Program 2019 - TEFL

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