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TEFL Courses & Certification in Turkey

Bridging the continents of Europe and Asia is a country way more enticing than what’s on your Thanksgiving plate. Turkey is a stunning combination of religion, cuisine, and people. Surrounded by the Mediterranean Sea, the Aegean Sea, and the Black Sea, there are countless landscapes to see and enjoy. From energetic Istanbul to moon-like Cappadocia, the Ancient Greeks, Romans, and the oh-so-important Ottoman Empire have all left their mark. Earning TEFL certification in Turkey means chowing down on kebabs and meze while chatting it up with sociable Turks (most likely sipping on Turkish tea, or çay), and most importantly, embarking on a teaching journey where east meets west.

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Getting TEFL certified was the best decision of my life

by: Haley Simmons - United StatesProgram: Teach English Abroad with Your TEFL Certification from International TEFL Academy
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I went to Barcelona for my TEFL class in 2019 because I wanted to tour graduate schools to find the master's program of my dreams. I was nervous about traveling alone internationally for the first time and thought that it would be a waste to be in Spain for over a month with nothing to show for it when my trip came to an end. That's when I decided that getting TEFL certified would be a great way to spend my time in Barcelona between college visits; as a bonus, I could teach English on the side when my program starts. I didn't know what I was getting myself into. I nervously excited booked my flight and started my TEFL journey. When I arrived in Barcelona my TEFL advisors had already helped me set up housing with these two lovely girls who welcomed me and gave me tips about the city. One of the girls was even a graduate of ITA. She was so helpful and gave me advice on my coursework and even let me practice some of my skills with her. My TEFL instructors we wonderful people and even better teachers. I learned more in my one-month TEFL program than I did in most of my college courses. After my TEFL course ended I went back home to the States and continued working to save money for my master's program. I moved to Barcelona in 2020 during the middle of the pandemic and because of my TEFL certificate, I was able to teach English online to pay for my rent and other expenses for the next two years. During that time I met my partner who just so happened to also be a TEFL-certified English teacher. We bonded over our teaching experiences, traveling, and the fact that we both taught for the same online English tutoring platform. Currently, we live together and teach in Seoul, South Korea. Since moving here I have paid off half of my student debt from my Master's program and will have the other half paid for by the end of my contract. ITA has allowed me to meet wonderful people, graduate with a Master's, find the love of my life, live and teach in South Korea, and pay off all of my student debt. I will be forever grateful.

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Locations

Turkey provides a diverse and transcontinental TEFL experience. Boasting the great city of Istanbul, the only city in the world that spans two continents, the diversity does not stop anywhere in Turkey. You can witness Turkey’s unique charm in its sprawling metropolises, ancient ruins, and coastline beauties all the same.

Founded by the Greeks, Istanbul is a cultural and social metropolis full of historically interesting mosques, churches, palaces, and even bathhouses. TEFL students can visit the Blue Mosque and then hop on over to the Grand Bazaar to get a glimpse into Turkish culture (and practice bartering with vendors). Istanbul offers a skyline speckled with domes and minarets as well as endless ESL teaching opportunities in a crucial business center once you’ve completed your TEFL certification.

Turkey’s capital, Ankara, is highly underrated. Its intellectual and youthful vibe comes from the large number of university students and language schools within the city’s limits (cough, potential English teaching jobs!). TEFL students can explore the Museum of Anatolian Civilisations and Anıt Kabir, the grandiose, or the monumental tomb during free time, or frequent the poppin’ neighborhoods of Kavaklıdere and Kızılay dotted with hip, trendy restaurants and cafes. No matter what, don’t forget to try a döner kebab!

Along the Turquoise coast lies Antalya, a city of sun and surf within the Turkish Riviera. Maze-like streets guide visitors past historical buildings in the old quarter, Kaleiçi. The hill of Tünektepe gives TEFL students a fabulous panoramic view of the entire Mediterranean city, and Roman ruins and Ottoman houses aside high-rises and boutiques provide the city with an ancient, yet modern feel. The historical atmosphere is a perfect learning environment for those eager to teach English abroad, and the cliff-top views make it even better!

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