TEFL Courses & Certification in Alberta, Canada

So...what are the need-to-know facts about TEFL courses in Alberta?

Course Structure and Format. TEFL courses in Alberta can be classroom based, fully online, or a little bit of both! Be sure to consider the hours that you are in the classroom prior to choosing a course as some job positions require TEFL certification with a classroom based component in order to be hired. Plus, the practical hands-on teaching experience and feedback from your instructor and peers are valuable to have before leading a classroom of your own. 

Length of courses. On a time crunch? TEFL certification classes in Alberta can be completed in as little as 4 weeks! On the other hand, if you have time to spare, courses that take place over the span of a few months are also available. 

Job placement assistance. Many TEFL programs in Alberta set you up for success not only with course instruction but with job placement assistance post program. No matter your TEFL career goals, make sure to consider the additional benefits that your TEFL program may offer. Having a little extra guidance and help in your job search could mean you are teaching and getting paid sooner!

Life during TEFL courses in Alberta caters to those who love the outdoors. With endless lakes, a multitude of national parks, the impressive Rockies at your doorstep, AND the most sunshine-filled days of any Canadian province, you’ll have no problem adventuring on the weekends! Alberta also celebrates the arts, music, and culture year-round at multiple festivals. You can get your study and your party on while completing your TEFL course in Alberta!

In all your excitement to tackle your TEFL course, don’t forget to also be budget smart! Alberta’s cost of living is low for Canada, relatively speaking. You can grab a drink along with dinner for about $20.00. A one-bedroom apartment for your stay will typically range from $900 to $1,200 a month. However, you may wish to seek out roommates (and new friends!) for your stay or even try to room with some others that will be in your TEFL course. Check out all of your options for a new pad in Alberta on the GoAbroad Accommodations Abroad page and get help with funds from friends and family through FundMyTravel.

Ready to complete your TEFL abroad in Alberta? Taking the first step to get certified abroad will equip you with a toolkit of beneficial skills and better prepare you for your classroom debut! By taking that step out of your comfort zone to try something new (something many of your students will be doing) you will learn how to be flexible in new settings and adapt to new spaces, both qualities that are valuable for the TEFL field. Likewise, by completing your TEFL abroad, you’ll have the opportunity to network with new international contacts that could help you reach your TEFL career goals. 

Alberta is sprawling. Consider venturing to various points of interest by renting a car or hopping on a long-distance bus. If you’re looking for an extra unique activity and photos that will be an impressive addition to your ‘gram, head over to Drumheller and the Canadian Badlands to see one of the largest collections of dinosaur fossils! When you’ve finished your day’s exploration, get a head start and some extra practice with your language teaching and help out at a local language exchange. —Read more about TEFL certification in Canada!