TEFL Courses & Certification in Central America

While TEFL courses are available throughout Central America, the most popular locations to earn TEFL Certification in Central America are Costa Rica, Guatemala, and Nicaragua. 

Offering the most TEFL courses in the region, Costa Rica is considered by many to be the most advanced country in Central America. It is also home to the greatest number of available TEFL jobs, making it a top pick destination for TEFL teachers. As a hugely popular tourist destination, most Costa Ricans are eager to learn English, so English courses and TEFL jobs are widely available in the capital city of San Jose, as well as in more rural areas, which are perfect for those who enjoy the idea of TEFL courses with a side of surf and sand.

In contrast, Guatemala has a more volatile past, and as a result, fewer resources; but, this also means the demand for English teachers is great, making it an excellent choice for the intrepid teacher. Popular places for TEFL courses in Guatemala include picturesque Antigua, peaceful Lake Atitlan, Panajachel, and the capital, Guatemala City, where the majority of ESL teaching jobs can be found.

Nicaragua is still flying a little under the radar in terms of travel destinations, but it is precisely the lack of tourists that makes it a perfect place to get immersed in the local culture while completing your TEFL certification in Central America. Add to that the low cost of living and being its rank as the safest country in the region, and Nicaragua won’t remain a secret for long! The best places to get TEFL certified in Nicaragua include the capital Managua, Leon, Granada, and San Juan del Sur.