TEFL Courses & Certification in Slovakia

My experience with the TEFL Institute of Ireland so far has been excellent. From enrollment and access to the course materials, to having a tutor available as well as scheduled check-ins, the support and overall offering have been fantastic and of an exceptionally high quality. I have also had a few queries, and the customer support from Lisa Flynn has been exemplary, helping to resolve my issues quickly so I could continue enjoying the course. If you are considering taking an online TEFL course, I cannot recommend the TEFL Institute of Ireland highly enough.

I’ve just completed the 10 hour virtual TEFL course and it was genuinely interactive from start to finish, plus really enjoyable. Michelle created such an easy, relaxed atmosphere and guided us as we worked in pairs to put together our own lesson plan. It was also lovely meeting so many great people over Zoom, and I’d absolutely recommend it to anyone considering a TEFL career. Michelle is a fantastic teacher and you will really have a great time on this course.

I did the 10 hour virtual TEFL course with Michelle Benson. It ran over two days and was really intense and interactive, and I honestly loved it. At first I was unsure how it would work through Skype, but it ended up going way beyond what I expected. I came away with new friends, a better understanding of the English language than I thought I had, plus loads of practical tips and pointers I can bring into my own classroom. I cannot recommend Michelle enough, you will not be bored for even a moment. I would absolutely do it again. Thanks for everything Michelle! :) Lisa

I ordered a Hard Copy certificate and it took longer than expected to get sent out. I could not get through to anyone on the phone or by email, which I am putting down to COVID Lockdown and the office being closed. As soon as I used the Chat, Kate was very helpful and told me the status of my order straight away. I have given 4 stars purely because contacting them by phone and email was so hard, but the chat feature is excellent, so try that first if you need help.

I’ve just finished the 10 Hour Advanced Certificate in TEFL Classroom Methodologies Course and I would absolutely recommend it to anyone thinking about signing up. Everything was clearly structured, well planned, and really straightforward to follow. I was a bit anxious at the beginning, but Kate had me, and everyone else on the course, feeling comfortable almost straight away. We started with a few warmers so we could get to know each other, and I honestly think that made it easier for everyone to relax and fully take part in every part of the course. Kate stayed professional throughout, but she also made sure it was enjoyable and never too heavy, so it didn’t feel like being overloaded with information you could not keep up with. I genuinely can’t rate this course highly enough for anyone interested, it is excellent and completely worth doing.

I genuinely cannot recommend the Level 5 Advanced Diploma enough. Everything is explained in a clear, bite sized format, so it is easy to take your time and work through it at whatever pace suits you. On top of that, you come away with loads of resources that you can keep for future lessons or use to dig deeper when you are studying and preparing. I would also suggest the 30 Hour Teaching English Online, the 30 Hour Teaching Young Learners, the 30 Hour Teaching Advanced Grammar, and the 10 Hour Advanced Certificate in TEFL Classroom Methodologies courses. In the Classroom Methodologies course, Michelle Benson is so kind and straightforward that you finish it feeling like you are genuinely ready to walk into a real classroom. Altogether, these courses have left me feeling fully prepared to teach English to actual students.

Hi everyone! Since July, I have completed my third TELF Institute course, which were the 180 hours, TELF for Teaching Business English and Teaching English for Exams. I honestly cannot recommend these TELF courses enough. I found them demanding, yet still really fun to work through. Everything is presented in a way that makes sense, and the quizzes and assessments help the content actually stick. Even though I already teach foreign languages, I have taken so much from these courses and now I feel properly prepared for what is next, because I am hoping to teach in Spain or South America. The TELF courses have given me a great deal. If you are thinking about doing one, just do it. You will not regret it! Thanks TELF Institute, Richard

I just finished the 10 hour advanced certificate in TEFL classroom methodologies course with Michelle benson and I honestly loved it. I came away with loads of useful information that I will definitely be putting into practice from now on. Michelle’s way of teaching made everything feel relaxed, and her enthusiasm for TEFL really rubbed off on me. Thanks so much for the course, I would happily recommend it to anyone who is interested.

I had a great time doing the 120 hour TEFL course. Everything is set up in a clear way, and each module breaks things down so it is easy to understand. I would definitely suggest it to anyone who is just getting started with a career in teaching English.

Everything in the course was presented clearly, and the layout made it simple to work through. I liked that it combined videos, audio recordings, and reading sections rather than relying on just one format. In each module, they also pointed to extra resources and suggested further reading if you wanted to go beyond the basics. All in all, I would recommend doing the 120 hour TEFL course with this company.

I’ve just enrolled on the Level 5 Diploma and, honestly, it feels thorough while still being nicely compact and clearly laid out. The course gives you lots of resources, plus links out to other sites, which really help build your understanding of the topic. You are given all the tools needed for the quizzes and assessments, and there is tutor guidance along with support on Discord if you get stuck. I also completed the 10hr Methodologies Course with Michelle Benson and found her so motivating. She showed us what delivering a lesson looks like, guided us through a foreign language class, and shared loads of practical advice from what she has seen firsthand. In the online session, each of us had a 5 minute slot to practise teaching, and she gave feedback after everyone had a go. I would absolutely suggest these TEFL courses to anyone considering teaching English to speakers of other languages.

I think the course is solid. The materials are useful, and the grading turnaround is quick. Unfortunately, the customer service is terrible. Most of the time the chat is not even staffed. I sent messages over a few days and never got a response. They have no shortage of cheerful marketing emails, but the moment you need help with an actual issue, the experience is totally different. In the end they do sort it out, just not anywhere near when you need it. Maybe I just caught them at a bad time.

I finished the 10 hour practical teaching course on Saturday the 22nd of September. It turned out to be a really enjoyable day, with plenty of interaction and a lively pace that kept everything moving. In my opinion, doing this before heading abroad is a must. Michelle is such a fantastic teacher and she keeps you totally engaged. One of the most useful parts was when she delivered a half hour session in another language, which really showed you what it feels like to be a complete beginner trying to learn english. It gives you a real understanding of your students and why empathy matters so much. From my very first questions about being a more mature tefl teacher going overseas, Kate has been lovely to deal with, and now I cannot wait for my cambodian adventure. The company comes across as genuinely professional and upfront, and I would happily recommend that anyone speak with Kate, Katie and Michelle if they are thinking about travelling and teaching abroad, or even here in Ireland.

I have just wrapped up the 10hr Teaching Virtual Course and honestly, I learned so much from it. The exercises were great, and I liked how everything was explained and discussed in a way that made us feel like students, but also like equals learning together. Michelle K. was lovely and incredibly supportive the entire time, I truly cannot picture going through it with anyone else guiding me. If you are thinking about doing this course, I would definitely suggest it, both to build your confidence with teaching and to take away useful information for once you are finished studying. I am genuinely delighted with it. Thank you!!

Really enjoyed this Grammar course. It is a solid refresher if you want to go back over the rules before you start teaching. It definitely helps build the confidence to deal with the tricky technical grammar questions you are likely to get while teaching.

I really enjoyed what the course covered, and I found the layout and all the resources genuinely useful. Being able to take it at my own pace was such a big deal for me, and honestly I still cannot believe how quickly I moved through it. Thank you to everyone who helped put this together, it definitely will not be the last course I purchase.

From the moment I began this demanding course right through to finishing it, I have felt proud to graduate from such a great institution. If you are truly ready to take a leap of faith and travel, then this is the place to be. Just to add, I am now living and working in Thailand, and it is because that strong qualification gave me the chance to open doors. For that, I will always be grateful.

I went for the 180hr TEFL course because I wanted the full experience and to really get everything I could from it. There was loads of genuinely helpful content, covering everything from grammar and lesson planning to classroom management. It was easy to follow, and everything was organised in a way that clearly had a lot of thought put into it. All in all it is definitely worth doing. The only intimidating part was beginning because it looked so big and overwhelming, but taking it one small step at a time each day means you will finish before you know it :)

I had such a great time on the 10 Hour Teaching practice course with Kate Popova! She knows her stuff and her teaching practice insights made the whole TEFL experience feel real, and it was genuinely so much fun. It was just two evenings, but everyone clicked straight away, which was honestly amazing! :) Seriously, if you are thinking about it, just sign up or contact TEFL and they will help you figure out what suits you best! :)

I recently started my TEFL course with the TEFL Institute of Ireland, and even though I’m still at the beginning, I’ve had a really positive experience so far. The course content is easy to navigate, and it is laid out clearly, which made getting started feel very manageable. I also really appreciate that the course is self‑paced, being able to work through the material in my own time has been a huge help. The online support team is super amazing, as they are so quick to help! Especially Lisa, who was incredibly helpful when I reached out with a question about the course. She responded quickly, explained everything clearly, and made the whole process very straightforward. Her professionalism and friendliness made a big difference in a moment when I needed help, and her help genuinely improved my experience as a new learner balancing other studies. It’s reassuring to know that the support team is so responsive and approachable. Overall, I’m enjoying the course so far, and I’m looking forward to continuing it! :)