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TEFL qualifications
The world of TEFL has changed significantly since we first began teaching English. There is much greater demand from a greater number of students, those students are demanding courses which are more relevant to their needs and the variety of people that want or need to learn English is now much greater as well. English language teaching has become a competitive global industry - and this has brought about a need for standardised qualifications.
TEFL or TESOL?
Educational enterprises: Man in striped shirt - Image © Central Studios London Find out what the acronyms mean, and discover the variety of work for people who want to teach English language courses. How does English language teaching in the UK and other English speaking states compare with a similar job abroad?
TEFL certificates
Educational enterprises: Man in striped shirt - Image © Central Studios London Your first training to be an English language teacher will make a big difference to your opportunities in the long term. Choosing a good certificate course is the first step.
TEFL diplomas
Educational enterprises: Woman in grey top - Image © Central Studios London A diploma in TEFL is an advanced teaching qualification for teachers who have put their initial certificate level training into practice and committed themselves to a career in this field.
Masters degrees and other qualifications
Casual business man. Image © Tim Hall Academic courses such as Master of Arts and further professional qualifications in TEFL allow teachers to specialise in a particular area of expertise.
Teaching EFL to Young Learners
Educational enterprises: Two women - Image © Central Studios London The most dynamic area of TEFL is working with Young Learners. Find out about using a PGCE and specialist qualifications to teach EFL to children and teenagers.
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