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International TEFL Academy
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Do you want to get paid to live & teach English in Turkey? International TEFL Academy (ITA) has made teaching English abroad and online a reality for more than 40,000 people like you. Click on the link to learn about ITA's award-winning online TEFL courses and classes in 20+ additional locations wo
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Want to access higher-paid TEFL jobs abroad or online? Our 300-Hour Level 5 TEFL Advanced Diploma is designed to give you the skills, flexibility, and recognised qualification to stand out. This Ofqual-regulated course (CELTA-equivalent) combines a 180-hour core TEFL certification with two 60-hour
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Take advantage of our Super Sale! Choose from a selection of accredited online TEFL courses, with prices starting from ₺562. Our 60-hour, 120-hour, 180-hour, and level 5 online TEFL and TESOL courses will prepare you for teaching abroad in a classroom setup and teaching online from the comfort of yo
Via Lingua International LLC
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Via Lingua Istanbul provides an intensive, interactive program to gain certification as a Teacher of English as a Foreign Language (TEFL). Our TEFL Florence Course is one of the most comprehensive and up-to-date in the world today. Including 130 hours of expert tuition with 10 hours of assessed teac
Birebir Yabancı Dil
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Birebir Yabancı Dil, a trusted language school in İzmir, is proud to launch Turkish lessons with a team of qualified, certified teachers. Our programs are designed for learners of all levels, from beginners to advanced, and focus on practical communication skills to help students feel confident
A Guide to TEFL Courses in Turkey
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!
TEFL Programs in Turkey
Turkey provides future English teachers with the invaluable opportunity to receive in-person classroom instruction within an internationally diverse context. From beaches and mountains to lakes and oceans, Turkey gives aspiring TEFL teachers an ideal teach-and-travel combination.
While some TEFL certification programs in Turkey require a bachelor’s degree, others only ask for a high school diploma. More importantly, no need to study Turkish because most TEFL programs in Turkey include survival Turkish lessons, which will be super necessary; beginner Turkish skills will help your wanderlustin’ and teachin’ spirit. Adventures outside the classroom will enhance your abilities as an ESL teacher and introduce you to the culture of your future students.
Completing approximately 120 to 140 hours of TEFL certification courses in Turkey in four weeks will gear you up with tips, tricks, and techniques needed in any ESL classroom. Trust us, it won’t be 100 percent sitting-and-listening classes (whew!). You’ll be able to learn through observation of professional English teachers before being placed in the proverbial hot seat. Your TEFL courses in Turkey will give you a chance to test out your teaching skills in actual teaching sessions with real ESL students.
English is regarded as an important language skill to gain in Turkey; it’s the language of business, diplomacy, and education. Turks are exposed to English from a young age, but exposure to native speakers is essential to mastering any foreign language, so even your daily interaction with your future students will be beneficial. Turkey has ESL teaching jobs in several educational environments, including private, public, and international schools. You can most definitely find opportunities to teach English to adult students though too. Lots of TEFL jobs in Turkey will even include help with the visa process. Once you’ve earned TEFL certification in Turkey, your program provider will likely help you find an ESL teaching job in Turkey too (score!).
Costs & Affordability
The average price tag of TEFL courses in Turkey run about $1,600 for tuition; generally, accommodation and transportation costs will not be included. The costs of TEFL programs in Turkey may seem high, but the payoff will most definitely be greater: you’ll be ready to teach English anywhere in the world! Worth it? Heck yes.
The cost of TEFL certification in Turkey shouldn’t deter you from a country with a low cost of living. An average meal can cost about $5 (15 Turkish Lira) and water is about $0.30 (less than 1 Turkish Lira). Once TEFL certified, ESL teachers can expect to live comfortably in Turkey, as salaries are usually above $1,000 per month. With affordable rent and a low cost of living, Turkey is a solid place to start your TEFL career.
Extra funds in your bank account are super useful before setting off on an English-teaching journey anywhere in the world though, so check out websites like Fund My Travel which will allow you to fundraise for your TEFL program in Turkey by sharing what you’re doing with everyone you know.
Accommodations & Visas
Depending on your TEFL program in Turkey, you’ll likely be set up with a private or shared room in an apartment in a neighborhood within walking distance of your certification classes. The cost, however, will usually not be included in your program fees. But, it is helpful to receive accommodation assistance in a foreign country, especially if you’d like to take that extra step toward immersion and live in a homestay. Some TEFL programs in Turkey will allow you to live with a host family, which is a great choice; you’ll get the insider perspective on local cuisine, mealtime traditions, and quirky Turkish sayings. If you’d like to seek out your own accommodation, you totally can, too!
Foreigners need to obtain a visa before entering Turkey. But the awesome part about the visa process (Wait, what?! There’s an awesome part?): it’s online #winning.#winning. You’ll get your visa sent straight to your e-mail! The tourist visa allows you to enter Turkey multiple times within a six month period, though one single visit cannot exceed 90 days. UK and U.S. citizens will have to pay about $60 while Australian citizens will need to pay about $100.
Benefits & Challenges
When it comes to TEFL certification in Turkey, it’s not about instant gratification; you’ll have to work for that ESL teacher life. Turkey’s pros outweigh its cons, giving TEFL students enough cultural gratification to get through the four-week, intensive TEFL training.
Blend of Continental Cultures. The Turkish lifestyle is drinking çay, eating baklava, and conversing about Turkey’s long history. Turkish heritage runs deep, just like their past. Seated at the crossroads of East and West, Turkey has been an important center for Greeks, Romans, and Ottomans. That mix of empires has paved the way for some epic cultural exchanges.
Kebabs on Kebabs on Kebabs. Turkey is famous for it’s cultural mix of Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisine (not turkey, silly goose!). Think vegetables in olive oil, yoghurt, grilled kebabs, seafood, fresh salads, and stuffed grape leaves. YUM!
TEFL Program Costs. With program fees that seem to be a bit on the expensive side, Turkey may not be your top choice for TEFL certification abroad. Lots of TEFL options across the world hold a hefty price tag, but not all of them can proudly provide future teachers with a comfortable salary. Turkey’s got that stay-within-your-budget vibe going for its English teachers.
Low Cost of Livin’. Attracting tourists and future ESL teachers alike, Turkey maintains a low cost of living. Investing in a TEFL certification in Turkey could eventually lead to a high standard of living; think in-class for 20 to 25 hours a week and outside of class Turkish adventures in your free time.
Earn TEFL certification in Turkey to expand your concept of cross-cultural exchange. Just make sure you start with the food!
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July 28, 2026by: Veronica S. - United StatesProgram: World's Only: 300-Hour Level 5 TEFL Diploma Courses
Premier TEFL offers a solid 300-hr course and the lessons are very educational—I went from knowing hardly anything about teaching language to feeling like I could actually organize English lessons someday. And I did indeed land a job while I was still working on my TEFL certificate to teach Spanish, because some of the principles of teaching English generalize to teaching other languages. One thing that really makes this TEFL program stand out is the amount of support you get. Anytime you have questions or doubts, you can e-mail the staff and they are very responsive. The tutors, Anya and Laura, are available once a week for a live Zoom session, but you can e-mail them anytime and they will answer all your questions, and if they don't have an answer, they will direct you to another staff member who does. The support staff, like Olivia and Lisa, are also very helpful for your course needs and even check in to see how you're doing. Overall, I was very pleased with the value of this course and I would recommend it to anyone who is interested in learning how to teach English.
Kick off a new professional journey
May 06, 2026by: Chloe DunneProgram: World's Only: 300-Hour Level 5 TEFL Diploma Courses
I was so excited to kick off a new professional journey. Taking the Level 5 TELF Certificate ended up being a really great experience for me, because I could learn a lot of new things at my own pace. Over the 6 months I had to complete it, I received brilliant support from other peers on Discord, along with tutor support from Laura and Rachel. I would recommend this to everyone!
The course is definitely challenging
March 09, 2026by: Ciara QuinnProgram: World's Only: 300-Hour Level 5 TEFL Diploma Courses
I have just started the 300 hour Level 5 Advanced TEFL Diploma and it has already been a really rewarding experience. Signing up was straightforward thanks to Tracy, who helped everything run smoothly, especially when there were payment problems and I nearly missed out on the discount. The course is definitely challenging, but so far the whole process has felt easy to manage.
Keeps me inspired and makes the whole experience fun
March 02, 2026by: Ava FitzgeraldProgram: World's Only: 300-Hour Level 5 TEFL Diploma Courses
Even before I signed up for the 300hr course, right from that first contact, everyone on the TEFL team has been nothing but encouraging and helpful. I am working through the 180hr course at the moment and the level of content and quality is really impressive. Whenever I need it, the tutors respond quickly with genuinely useful, individual feedback, and they set such a great example, which keeps me inspired and makes the whole experience fun. Thanks so much to you all!
Excited to get out there and begin teaching.
February 24, 2026by: Adam MooreProgram: World's Only: 300-Hour Level 5 TEFL Diploma Courses
I have only just finished the Level 5 180 hour course along with the 120 hour course. I have genuinely loved taking part in it. There was so much useful information in there, and I learned a lot the whole way through. The weekly Zoom meeting made a big difference for me because it gave me a chance to ask questions and get support whenever I needed it. I have had such a great experience with the course, and now I am so excited to get out there and begin teaching.
There was a great mix across the modules
January 27, 2026by: Ciara FarrellProgram: World's Only: 300-Hour Level 5 TEFL Diploma Courses
I’ve just finished the Level 5 TEFL Diploma and I genuinely loved every part of it. There was a great mix across the modules, and everything was explained in a really straightforward way. The quizzes made it easy to go back over what I’d learned, and the assessments were marked to a high standard, which really shows how good the course is. Support was exceptional throughout, with friendly staff who were always quick to reply and couldn’t have been more helpful whenever I had a question. Thanks so much to the whole team, and a special thank you to Rachel for all the support.
Stepped in with brilliant guidance
January 08, 2026by: Paul WalshProgram: World's Only: 300-Hour Level 5 TEFL Diploma Courses
I had been browsing online courses for ages and just could not pin down which one was the right fit for what I needed. Then Killian Bukulin stepped in with brilliant guidance and help through the chat feature, emails, and even direct phone calls, and that finally made my choice clear. Now I am so excited to begin my 300-Hour Level 5 Advanced TEFL Diploma Course!
The entire journey was enjoyable, educational, and truly rewarding.
October 13, 2025by: Rachel EvansProgram: World's Only: 300-Hour Level 5 TEFL Diploma Courses
I decided to enroll in the TEFL program, and it turned out to be one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. After completing the rigorous yet incredibly useful online course, I gained valuable hands-on experience working with both teens and adults at different English proficiency levels.The experience helped me learn how to connect with various age groups, develop my own teaching style, and build confidence in leading lessons. It also confirmed my passion for teaching and inspired me to continue pursuing it as a career. I’m so thankful to have discovered Premier TEFL—the entire journey was enjoyable, educational, and truly rewarding. I never imagined earning my TEFL certification could be this much fun!
The entire learning experience smooth and rewarding.
September 09, 2025by: James WilsonProgram: World's Only: 300-Hour Level 5 TEFL Diploma Courses
This was an excellent study program, packed with useful information and well-structured materials for each course. I appreciated the team’s professionalism and their quick responses to everything, including assessment grading. It made the entire learning experience smooth and rewarding.
Excellent choice for training and certification
July 22, 2025by: Kev BodProgram: World's Only: 300-Hour Level 5 TEFL Diploma Courses
The prompt, professional, and courteous assistance and feedback make this an excellent choice for training and certification. The high standards upheld in training, assessment evaluations, and certification deserve an A+/5-star rating. Jenny, Michelle, Jacob, and the whole team are fantastic. Highly recommended!
Thank you so much, Kev, for your fantastic feedback on the 300 Hour Level 5 TEFL Diploma Course. We’re delighted to hear that you had such a positive experience with our team and training standards. Your kind words about the prompt, professional, and supportive assistance mean a great deal to us — Jenny, Michelle, Jacob, and the rest of the team will be thrilled to hear your praise. We take great pride in delivering high-quality training and rigorous assessments, so it’s wonderful to know that this stood out to you. Thank you for the A+ and 5-star recommendation! We truly appreciate it and wish you every success on your TEFL journey.
Great value for money!
June 26, 2025by: DilyanaProgram: World's Only: 300-Hour Level 5 TEFL Diploma Courses
Timely service, with highly experienced tutors, engaging and interesting materials, and real skills gained. The Premier TEFL team provides great support every step of the way. Definitely great value for money!
Hi Dilyana, Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We’re delighted to hear that you found the 300 Hour Diploma such great value for money. It’s wonderful to know that you enjoyed the engaging materials, learned real, practical skills, and felt supported throughout your journey. We’re especially pleased that our tutors and team were able to provide timely and helpful guidance. Thank you again for your recommendation, and we wish you every success as you continue your TEFL career!
Definitely worth investing in.
June 10, 2025by: DarioProgram: World's Only: 300-Hour Level 5 TEFL Diploma Courses
Everything about this program and its courses is incredibly user-friendly. The entire Premier TEFL program is easy to navigate, with well-organized modules, quizzes, and tests that effectively reflect the material taught throughout the course. I especially appreciate how it allows you to progress at your own pace and on your own schedule. All these factors make for a process and experience that are definitely worth investing in.
Hi Dario, Thank you so much for your excellent review! We’re thrilled to hear that you found the 300-Hour Level 5 TEFL Diploma user-friendly and easy to navigate. It’s great to know that the well-organised modules, quizzes, and assessments helped reinforce your learning throughout the course. We’re especially glad the flexible, self-paced structure worked well for your schedule. Your kind words and recommendation mean a lot to us. We’re delighted you found the programme worth the investment! Wishing you continued success on your TEFL journey.
I’m feeling more positive and confident.
May 20, 2025by: L ClairelProgram: World's Only: 300-Hour Level 5 TEFL Diploma Courses
I am really enjoying my Premier TEFL Level 5 Diploma Course! The course is comprehensive, in-depth, and easy to follow. Each module is structured step-by-step, starting with language grammar and reliable teaching methodology. The course activities reinforce learning, and the assessments can be attempted in multiple sittings, which encourages me to research and explore specific topics without feeling rushed. The course also includes valuable lessons on lesson planning and classroom engagement strategies, which are particularly useful. As the course progresses, I’m feeling more positive and confident. Instead of feeling apprehensive, I now can’t wait to begin my teaching career. I highly recommend Premier TEFL to anyone considering a career in teaching English as a foreign language.
My instructor was incredibly helpful
May 11, 2025by: Tori FordiProgram: World's Only: 300-Hour Level 5 TEFL Diploma Courses
I learned SO much during my TEFL Level 5 course. I'm currently in two graduate programs, and the information I gained from the course was not only helpful but also referenced in my teaching courses. This really solidified the quality of PremierTEFL. If you haven't done work in a while, they send check-in emails to make sure everything is going well, which I really appreciated. The practicum was invaluable—it gave me hands-on experience in creating and implementing a lesson plan. My instructor was incredibly helpful, offering advice and tips that made preparing to TEFL in another country much easier. A HUGE thank you to the Premier TEFL team for offering such fantastic courses. I’m excited to complete my other ones!
I really enjoyed the links and extra articles.
March 18, 2024by: SaraProgram: World's Only: 300-Hour Level 5 TEFL Diploma Courses
In general, I enjoyed taking this course. It gives us a good background to teach lessons. I really enjoyed the links and extra articles. The Job Coaching Seminar is very good as well, we had the opportunity to ask questions and the links shared during the meeting are helpful.
I have learned many new things to help me to be a better teacher.
March 07, 2024by: GarethProgram: World's Only: 300-Hour Level 5 TEFL Diploma Courses
Excellent courses. I have learned many new things to help me to be a better teacher. As soon as I posted my certificate of completion digitally on an online platform I teach on, I have been busier teaching more online classes.
I would like to do another as it is always good to gain new techniques.
March 03, 2024by: JuliaProgram: World's Only: 300-Hour Level 5 TEFL Diploma Courses
Overall the course was very good, I would like to do another as it is always good to gain new techniques. I have a lot of people that speak English well but want to improve speaking, I find this very challenging and would like to do a course that focuses on higher level English development, which was the main reason I chose the course.
An insightful learning experience
March 02, 2024by: ShanianProgram: World's Only: 300-Hour Level 5 TEFL Diploma Courses
Premier TEFL provided me with an insightful learning experience, it offered a range of materials and provided excellent service/communication.
I learned that it's never too late to learn something new, to grow, and make a difference.
March 01, 2024by: RamaniProgram: World's Only: 300-Hour Level 5 TEFL Diploma Courses
Mostly, I learned how much teaching, culture and community go hand-in-hand, which is something I appreciate. I learned that it's never too late to learn something new, to grow, and make a difference. I can truly make a profession out of this and I'm confident I'll do it well! when thinking about TEFL, Premier TEFL is an apt choice.
Learned a lot from this specific course!
February 25, 2024by: JohnProgram: World's Only: 300-Hour Level 5 TEFL Diploma Courses
Learned a lot from this specific course! If I work with adults, I’ll make sure to use what I learned here! Thank you.
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