TEFL Certification in England

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.

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Throughout my time studying through TTA, I found it a great joy that the way the program is set up... There is no room to fail, with the help and support from technical, administrative and academic branches. It provides you with an amazing range of helpful guys and resource packs to help guide you through each. You can track your progress easily, and the course allows you to work at your own pace, which is especially useful if you're balancing other commitments and makes it easier on those who are young to explore, adventure and experience new things.The course content is clear and practical... not just academic waffle. It teaches you how to teach, not just the theory behind it. Grammar, lesson planning, classroom control, how to teach speaking and listening… all covered in a way that makes sense even if you're not a born teacher.If you’re thinking of getting TEFL certified, I’d definitely recommend The TEFL Academy. It’s a solid course, fairly priced, and gives you everything you need to get started teaching English—whether it’s online or in another country.So, I recently wrapped up my TEFL course with The TEFL Academy, and let me tell you — it wasn’t just a box-ticking exercise. It was actually a surprisingly solid and even enjoyable learning experience. I went in with zero teaching experience and a vague plan of maybe teaching English online or travelling abroad to teach, and now I feel genuinely prepared to step into a classroom and not completely panic. The certificate you get at the end is a Level 5 qualification, so it’s widely recognized and accepted by employers in lots of different countries.Signing up was easy, and I was able to start the course almost immediately. The course itself is broken into bite-sized modules, and the online platform is smooth nothing flashy, but clean and easy to navigate.