What is tefl?

Quite simply put tefl stands for teaching English as a foreign language. Tefl is what is termed as the industry standard certification for teaching English to speakers of other languages.

Why should I get myself tefl certified?

Have you ever wanted to change your career? Have you ever had an urge just to pick up and go travel the world? Are you interested in helping people? Would you like to immerse yourself in other cultures and learn new languages whilst broadening your horizons?

These are just a few reasons why you should be thinking about getting yourself tefl certified! Not only will tefl open the gates of international travel and adventure to you, it will also put you in a very strong position when applying for English teaching jobs abroad.

What do employers think about T.E.F.L

If you’re serious about becoming a globe trotting English teacher, then tefl is a must for you! Employers all over the world recognize tefl! And they expect their prospective employees to posses it!  T.E.F.L is probably the most recognized ESL teaching certification in the world today and one of the most respected.

How long does a T.E.F.L course normally take to complete?

Normally a T.E.F.L course will take about four weeks to complete. Though times tend to vary  dependent upon whom your course provider is.

Why does it only take 4 weeks to complete?

T.E.F.L is a very intensive course and you’ll end up having a fair amount of homework to do.

What kind of T.E.F.L courses can I do?

There are many types of courses available, from short taster courses to classroom based courses. There are  even online courses for people who are unable to attend the day courses.

Is it easy to find a teaching job after I finish my course?

Firstly let me assure you that there is currently a huge demand for T.E.F.L qualified teachers all around the world. This is the case now and has been the case for many many years. English language schools and institutions are literally crying out loud for English teachers to teach their students and they simply can’t get enough! So it’s a teachers market out there!

Where can I find an English teaching position?

Check out our sister site for this… http://esljobs4teachers.com This is a 100% free resource for T.E.F.L jobs!

On a final note:

It is intended that this site will provide you with sufficient information in order for you to make an informed decision and select the T.E.F.L course that’s right for you.

Thank you and good luck in your new T.E.F.L teaching career