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May 13, 2025by: Lauren Appolis - South AfricaProgram: Combined Level 5 TEFL Course Abroad

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My experience in completing a TEFL qualification with The TEFL academy was wonderful. I learned far more than I anticipated I would when I started, and I feel thoroughly equipped to teach ESL. I would highly recommend this course to anyone looking to pursue this field, as the course is structured well, content is weighty but informative. The assignment tasks are brilliantly setup in a manner that allows you to engage with the course content and consolidate and apply your new knowledge. This isn't just a random fly-by course but a legitimate qualification and I am so glad I chose the TEFL academy.

Enriching course!

May 13, 2025by: Lauren Appolis - South AfricaProgram: Combined Level 5 TEFL Course Abroad

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My experience in completing a TEFL qualification with The TEFL academy was wonderful. I learned far more than I anticipated I would when I started, and I feel thoroughly equipped to teach ESL. I would highly recommend this course to anyone looking to pursue this field, as the course is structured well, content is weighty but informative. The assignment tasks are brilliantly setup in a manner that allows you to engage with the course content and consolidate and apply your new knowledge. This isn't just a random fly-by course but a legitimate qualification and I am so glad I chose the TEFL academy.

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I signed up to completed the course but n November last year. I completed the course by May 2025. It was very user friendly and the content was very useful. The tutors gave helpful feedback, and I was able to secure a job just before I completed my course

A Guide to TEFL Courses in England

Best Cities

London. As the capital city of England and the largest city in Europe, London offers the most TEFL programs in the country. It’s an excellent location to take TEFL courses in England, because once certified, teachers will also find the greatest amount of job opportunities. In London, teachers will benefit from all of the advantages of living in a big city - a great public transportation system, theatres, museums, cultural events, and beautiful parks and gardens.

Cambridge. Cambridge is a another great spot to earn a TEFL certificate because it’s home to Cambridge University, where the CELTA (Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults) course originated. CELTA is one of the most well known and respected English teaching certifications, so taking a course in Cambridge allows students to be in a prominent town known for its reputable English.

Manchester. Located in Northwest England, Manchester has the third largest economy in the United Kingdom and is one the UK’s most visited cities by foreign visitors. It’s size increases certified teachers’ chances of finding a job, and there are a number of TEFL certification programs to choose from in Manchester.

Course Types

There are a variety of TEFL courses in England to choose from. Program participants can take classes online, in a classroom, or a combination of both. The most common program structure consists of 120 hours of coursework over four weeks. There are also options to take less intensive, basic 20 hour courses or more extensive 140 hour courses. Teachers may decide to take an advanced course after receiving their TEFL certification, which helps them to further their knowledge, be better prepared to teach, and focus on specific specializations.

TEFL courses in England are intensive and include hands-on teacher practicing and observation. After TEFL courses, teachers typically must take a certification exam and pass to become officially TEFL certified. To take part in a TEFL course in England, and TESOL programs abroad in general, participants usually must be native English speakers and have a bachelor's degree and/or previous teaching experience.

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Unfortunately, the job market for US citizens in England isn’t very promising. Schools are more likely to hire teachers from the UK because they don’t require a visa to work in England. Additionally, British teachers are in higher demand because schools want teachers to have an extensive knowledge and background of British English as opposed to American English. American teachers who do manage to get a job in England, however, will learn that English teachers are in high demand as many foreigners travel to England to improve and practice the language.

When participating in a TEFL certificate program abroad, program fees usually include accommodation, which often consists of apartments shared with other program participants. Some programs also offer homestays. TEFL programs may offer housing assistance, providing participants with resources to help them find accommodation either while or after becoming TEFL certified. Accommodation for ESL teachers may be available in a room in a private residence, an apartment, or a flat in England.

Those who choose to complete TEFL courses in England will realize that it’s a great place to become certified, as it is a native speaking country with plenty of highly trained and qualified instructors.