What is the TEFL suite of qualifications?

Our Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) qualifications are a suite of qualifications at Level 3, 4 and 5, designed to provide learners with a clear route to a successful career in Teaching English as a Foreign Language in a range of settings, including both teaching adults and children. They have been developed in partnership with the Teach & Travel Group Ltd, part of the Learn direct Group of companies. The

suite consists of:

  • an introduction to TEFL in the Level 3 Certificate, with an optional route with practical skills-based training
  • the Level 5 Certificate and Diploma in TEFL (equivalent to CELTA / Trinity Cert TESOL / foundation degree level)
  • a range of Award-sized qualifications at Level 3, 4 and 5 in different TEFL specialist areas

These qualifications are recognized and respected by employers across the world.

Who are the TEFL qualifications for?

Our TEFL qualifications provide an ideal route for learners who currently, or aspire to, work in Teaching English as a Foreign Language, either in a school or college or as freelance or private tutor, teaching face to face or online.

These qualifications are ideal as:

  • initial training for those whose current or desired job role requires them to develop skills, understanding, and knowledge of Teaching English as a Foreign Language
  • in-service training or refresher training for existing English language teachers about these Qualifications

Level 3 TEFL Certificate

Level 3 general introductory certificate in TEFL

Who is the TEFL Level 3 Certificate qualification for?

The Level 3 Certificate-sized qualification in TEFL is designed for candidates who are preparing to work as a teacher of English as a Foreign Language, or for those who are already working, or intend to enter, a role which involves supporting students who use English as an additional language in a variety of contexts. As an introduction to the world of TEFL, this qualification aims to equip candidates with the skills and knowledge to teach English language to adults and children.

This qualification is available as:

  • a classroom-based course with internally assessed assignments
  • an all-inclusive online TEFL course with external assessment provided by GA
  • a blended approach of the options above

Level 3 TEFL Subject Specialisms

TEFL subject specialisms at Level 3

Who are the TEFL subject specialist qualifications for?

These qualifications are designed for candidates who are working, or preparing to work, as teachers of English as a Foreign Language and aim to equip candidates with the skills and knowledge to teach English language learners in a variety of contexts, teaching adults and/or children. The qualifications may be undertaken as initial training for those whose current or desired job role requires them to develop skills, understanding, and knowledge of Teaching English as a Foreign Language, or as refresher training for more experienced practitioners. The titles of each qualification reflect the specialist context the qualification covers.

These qualifications are available as:

  • as classroom based courses with internally assessed assignments
  • with all-inclusive online TEFL course materials with external assessment provided by GA
  • as a blended approach of the options above

Level 4 TEFL Subject Specialisms

TEFL subject specialisms at Level 4

Who are the Level 4 TEFL subject specialist qualifications for?

These qualifications are designed for candidates who are working, or preparing to work, as teachers of English as a Foreign Language and aim to equip candidates with the skills and knowledge to start their own TEFL business and use digital marketing to build their business and individual TEFL brand. The qualifications may be undertaken by teachers of English as a Foreign Language who are new to the profession or have some level of experience and who are required to, or wish to, work as freelancers or build a TEFL business. The titles of each qualification reflect the specialist context the qualification covers.

These qualifications are available as:

  • classroom based courses with internally assessed assignments
  • all-inclusive online TEFL courses with external assessment provided by GA
  • a blended approach of the options above

Level 5 TEFL Certificate and Diploma

Level 5 CELTA-equivalent qualifications in TEFL

Who are the TEFL Certificate and Diploma qualifications for?

The Level 5 Certificate and Diploma qualifications in TEFL are designed for candidates who work, or who are preparing to work, as a teacher of English as a Foreign Language. These comprehensive qualifications are equivalent to CELTA and provide an excellent foundation for working in schools and other TEFL contexts worldwide. The qualifications may be undertaken by more experienced practitioners as continuing professional development.

These qualifications are available as:

  • classroom based courses with internally assessed assignments
  • all-inclusive online TEFL courses with external assessment provided by GA
  • a blended approach consisting of the options above

Level 5 TEFL Subject Specialisms

TEFL subject specialisms at Level 5

Who are the TEFL subject specialist qualifications for?

These qualifications are designed for candidates who are already qualified to Level 5 in Teaching English as a Foreign Language. The qualifications aim to equip candidates with the skills and knowledge to teach English language learners in a variety of specialist contexts, including teaching Business English, Teaching One to One and Online, Preparing Learners for Examinations, and CLIL. The qualifications may be undertaken by more experienced practitioners who wish to specialize in a particular area of TEFL. The titles of each qualification reflect the specialist context the qualification covers. \

These qualifications are available as:

  • classroom based courses with internally assessed assignments
  • all-inclusive online TEFL courses with external assessment provided by GA
  • a blended approach of the options above

About these qualifications:

LEVEL 5 AWARD IN TEACHING BUSINESS ENGLISH (TEFL) (I-TO-I)

Ref: 603/6246/7 Age: 18+ GLH: 60 TQT: 80 Method of assessment: Portfolio

OR Online External Assessment

LEVEL 5 AWARD IN TEACHING ENGLISH ONE-TO-ONE AND ONLINE (TEFL) (I-TO-I)

Ref: 603/6245/5 Age: 18+ GLH: 60 TQT: 80 Method of assessment: Portfolio

OR Online External Assessment

LEVEL 5 AWARD IN SUPPORTING LEARNERS TO PREPARE FOR AN ENGLISH

LANGUAGE EXAMINATION (TEFL) (I-TO-I)

Ref: 603/7570/X Age: 18+ GLH: 60 TQT: 80 Method of assessment: Portfolio

OR Online External Assessment

LEVEL 5 AWARD IN TEACHING OTHER SUBJECTS IN ENGLISH (CLIL) (I-TO-I)

Ref: 603/7479/2 Age: 18+ GLH: 60 TQT: 80 Method of assessment: Portfolio

OR Online External Assessment