Do you want to travel to exotic locations and experience diverse cultures while earning money at the same time? Start an exciting new career as an ESL (English as a Second Language) teacher with TEFL Training College!

A international leader in online TEFL / TESOL education and learning, we provide globally-recognized and accredited TEFL / TESOL certification courses that are taught online via self-study.

Our English teacher training courses by distance learning are available to students across the U.S., Canada, the UK and around the world.

Studying online is an affordable and convenient way to achieve your TEFL / TESOL qualification to teach English abroad.

You do not have to attend class in person and do not have to start your course on any specific date - if you enrol today, you can start today! Our courses are assignment-based so you do not need to take any exams.

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"As an experienced teacher, I highly recommend this course to both novices and experienced teachers."
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Online TESOL/TEFL Courses:
- Accredited & internationally recognized TESOL qualifications

- Learn at your own pace with flexible schedules

- Our courses are known for their convenience, affordability and quality

Certificate in TESOL:
• Duration: 150 hours
• Aimed at persons who wish to gain an initial TEFL / TESOL qualification

Master Diploma in TESOL:
• Duration: 300 hours
• Designed for teachers who wish to achieve an advanced level qualification in TESOL theory and methodology

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2. International Career Institute, Online TEFL Diploma Course

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• International Career Institute (ICI) is a leading, accredited distance learning school for students in the U.S., UK, Australia & globally that offers an online TESOL (ICI Diploma) qualification course as well as courses in a wide range of other subjects and professions.

• Our online TEFL / TESOL English teacher training course will quickly provide you with the key skills you need to be a successful ESL teacher.

• ICI home study students come from the USA, Canada, Australia, UK, and elsewhere around the world. We have weekly intake dates, and you can enroll whenever you are ready.

• ICI online TESOL courses are recognised & accredited by the International Association of Private Career Colleges (IAPCC), and the International Accreditation and Recognition Council (IARC).

• ICI is a member of the College of Teachers which is the UK's professional educational institute for teachers.

• ICI Diploma & ICI Advanced Diploma qualifications in a wide range of careers.

ICI DIPLOMA TESOL / TEFL Certification course online:
- Average duration by home study: 24 weeks
- With weekly intake dates

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3. Boston Academy Of English

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The Boston Academy of English (BAE) offers a TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) Certificate to both native and non-native speakers of English from the US and around the world, through an experiential approach which is both academically rigorous and personally supportive. The program is available as a full-time (4 weeks) or a part-time (12 weeks) course.

Two trainers will teach your workshops and conduct your practice teaching observations. Our trainers have Master's degrees in Education or ESL, and extensive experience teaching English in diverse settings both in the US and abroad.

Our central downtown location enables you to enjoy Boston's old-world charm within steps from our school - the Boston Common and shopping district are just outside our door!

Our ACCET-accredited TEFL Certificate Program is designed to prepare participants for the exciting career of teaching English as a foreign or second language. Graduates go on to teach both in the United States and overseas. We offer Two Study Options - a four-week intensive program and a twelve-week Saturday program.

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4. Teaching House - Atlanta

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Situated in the heart of Midtown Atlanta, Teaching House Atlanta offers the CELTA (Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults) course throughout the summer season. Our 4-week CELTA program is administered by Cambridge University, one of the most prestigious universities in the world, and is the most internationally recognized TESOL training program in the world.

The CELTA course is a hands-on practical course based around real classroom teaching experience working with genuine English language learners. All sessions are practical in nature, with some foundation in theory, and demonstrate techniques that you can use immediately in the language lessons you teach.

We pride ourselves on the work we do to ensure our trainees successfully complete the CELTA course. Students work one-on-one with your teacher trainer to design your lesson and select activities to do with your class.

CELTA (Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults)

- Duration: 4 weeks

- Features 40 hours of classroom teaching, observing your colleagues, and evaluating students’ English skills.

- Accredited by the University of Cambridge and successful candidates are awarded certification from Cambridge.

- Highly regarded qualification by employers in the U.S. & abroad.

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5. Ontesol - Online ESL Teacher Training

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Ontesol offers accredited online TEFL / TESOL certificate and diploma courses to students in the U.S., Canada and all over the world. Ontesol was developed by Coventry House International in Toronto, the only school in North America that offers Trinity CertTESOL courses, to provide students with the flexibility of taking an internationally-recognized TESOL / TEFL course online.

Our innovative online teacher training courses provide students with the skills and knowledge needed to become ESL (English as a Second Language) teachers. Our mission is to provide teachers with the latest innovative approaches, techniques, strategies, and classroom procedures in order to foster their professional development.

We offer a 100-hour online TESOL Certificate, which is recognized by ACTDEC UK Level 1, and a 250-hour online TESOL Diploma, which is recognized by TESL Canada Professional Standard 2 and ACTDEC UK Level 3. Trainee teachers can also choose to complete a 20-hour Practicum (observation and on-site teaching practice) which can be completed anywhere in the world.

- 100-hour online TESOL certificate course

- 250-hour online TESOL diploma course

- 60-hour online TEYL Certificate (Teaching English to Young Learners)

- 20 hour practicum (English teaching practice) that can be completed at the student's location. This is optional but must be completed by students who want TESL Canada certification.

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6. StudyCELTA: CELTA Courses Miami, Florida

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StudyCELTA offers full-time Cambridge University teacher training courses at our training center in Miami, Florida, including the CELTA (Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults).

Our CELTA courses are available all year round and take 4 weeks to complete. Highly-regarded worldwide because of its high standards and rigorous assessments, the CELTA qualification is the most widely recognized TESL/TEFL certificate in the world.

The CELTA course provides an excellent introduction to the teaching of English as a foreign language and aims to lay a firm foundation on which a teacher can build as s/he gains experience. It is ideal for those with no experience at all or for those who have experience but want to earn a formal qualification.

Our CELTA tutors in Miami have years of experience in training teachers of English and have continued to innovate both in pre-service training and teacher development. We have a special commitment to working with teachers whose first language is not English, creating career opportunities for teachers from different backgrounds and working to improve the quality of language teaching provision in the state system.

- 4-week / 120 hours CELTA (Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults)

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7. LinguaEdge, LLC

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LinguaEdge, LLC based in Los Angeles, California, offers online language and TESOL teacher training solutions to learners all over the world. Whether you are looking to learn English or to get certified to teach ESL or EFL, our online courses are convenient, flexible and affordable. Study on your time, at your pace, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. All you need is an internet connection to get started.

Our Online TESOL Certificate Program blends theory with the nuts-and-bolts essentials of teaching English to learners around the world. Candidates will get an overview of TESOL and the theories that inform the field; learn effective teaching techniques; design engaging student-centered lesson plans; and practice effective classroom management strategies.

Online TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) Certificate Courses:

- Online Express TESOL Teaching Certificate Course (50 Hours)

- 100-Hour Online TESOL Teaching Certificate Course

- 150-Hour Online TESOL Teaching Certificate Course

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8. International TEFL Institute - ITEFLI

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• The International TEFL Institute (ITEFLI) provides internationally-accredited and globally-recognized certificate and master diploma programs in Teaching English Language as a Foreign Language (TEFL).

• Taught via online learning, our TEFL (TESOL) programs are available to students in the U.S., Canada and worldwide.

• We equip you with the teaching skills and certification required to get a professional well-paid job teaching English anywhere in the world.

• A TEFL qualification from ITEFLI will help you find TEFL jobs throughout the world. Our online TEFL certification programs are provided through up-to-date, technologically-advanced interactive training media which enhance and promote the learning experience.

• The main advantages of completing an online TEFL course are convenience and flexibility. You can study from any location you choose and you can start the program whenever you want.

• Learn at your own pace with up to 6 months to complete a course. You don't have to take any exams - qualification is earned through assignments you submit.

• ITEFLI is accredited by the International TEFL Accreditation Council (ITEFLAC) - an independent body that specialises in the accreditation of TEFL/TESOL course providers and institutions.

Student Review:
"The course itself is professionally produced and contains great information...thank you very much for the wonderful time I had. I'm equally impressed with the professional materials. I highly recommend this course to anyone."
- Francis

Online TEFL Certificate & Diploma Programs:

• TEFL Certificate - 120 hrs: An initial TEFL qualification.

• Master TEFL Diploma - 250 hrs: Increase your understanding of the principles & practice of English teaching.

• Short Certificate Course: Teaching Practice Certificate - 20 hours of in-class teaching experience

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9. TEFL Academy of Arizona, Scottsdale

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The TEFL Academy of Arizona in downtown Scottsdale offers Arizona's only in-class 120 hour Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) certificate course.

This focused and intensive TEFL course is available either as a full-time course during the week (4 weeks) or part-time at weekends (12 weeks). We aim to provide our students with the confidence and know-how to plan a lesson and teach English in ESL classrooms around the world.

All of our instructors are TEFL certified and exceed the highest levels of international TESOL /TEFL /ESL training standards. We also provide a Certificate in Teaching International Business English course and a TEFL certificate course for non-native speakers of English.

Our school is located in Scottsdale's vibrant entertainment district close to art galleries, restaurants, cultural venues, hotels, and lots of outdoor activities under the sunny Arizona sky. Students can enjoy wonderful weather and tourist attractions such as the Grand Canyon.

Teaching English Certificate Courses:

- TEFL Certificate Weekday Course for native speakers of English (4 weeks)
- TEFL Certificate Weekend Course for native speakers of English (12 Saturdays)
- TEFL Certificate Course for non-native speakers of English
- Certificate in Teaching International Business English

Courses include:
- Evaluated practice teaching in a real ESL classroom
- Observation of experienced ESL teachers in the classroom

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10. Oxford Seminars, Denver

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Get certified as an English language teacher in Colorado! Oxford Seminars provides an internationally-recognized TESOL / TESL / TEFL certification program in Denver and Boulder CO.

A combined in-class / online course, it comprises 6 days (60 hours) of on-site classes and a 40-hour online component.

Our comprehensive on-site classes are taught at the campus of Colorado Christian University (CCU) in Lakewood, just over 7 miles south-west of Denver. It is not affiliated with CCU.

Held over three weekends, this TESOL / TESL / TEFL Certification Course is the first step towards a career as an ESL teacher overseas. Participants must be 18 or over.

Our course has a limited class size, includes comprehensive teaching materials and concludes with an interactive teaching practicum.

We back our certificates with our Graduate Placement Service, which boasts partnerships in strong ESL markets across the globe.

We maintain the highest standards for all of our course instructors, employing only the most qualified teachers who have extensive teaching backgrounds with years of overseas ESL teaching experience.

Our courses are offered at more than 100 locations throughout the country.

Intensive 100-hour TESOL / TESL / TEFL Certificate Course:

- Combined in-class / online course. 6-day on-site classes are taught on college campuses, while a 40-hour online component must also be completed.

- The fundamentals of language acquisition, learning, and teaching are explored through case studies.

- Through a critical evaluation of grammar resources and lessons, teachers will hone their understanding of English grammar and how to teach it through stimulating and engaging lessons