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Our latest TEFL Jobs, Internships and other opportunities worldwide

Teach German in Uzbekistan

500 German teachers wanted for public schools across Uzbekistan.

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Teach English in Japan

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Teach English in Colombia

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Teach English in China

Gain TEFL Experience in Shanghai, China's Showcase City.

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Teach English in Peru

TEFL internship in Lima, Arequipa & vibrant Miraflores.

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Teach English in Uzbekistan

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Everything you need in one place: an internationally accepted qualification, thousands of TEFL jobs worldwide and structured Internships abroad

TEFL Courses

Internationally accredited, Ofqual-regulated TEFL courses. Certify in as little as 3 weeks and start teaching in 100+ countries.

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TEFL Jobs

Access 1,000s of the best TEFL jobs worldwide, with 1-on-1 support from our award-winning placement team and 80+ hiring partners.

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Internships

Structured TEFL internships abroad with training, in-country support and a clear path from qualification to your first classroom.

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Compare our three most popular online TEFL courses. Every course is self-paced, accredited, recognised worldwide and comes with lifetime access and 100 ready-to-use ESL lesson plans.

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Online TEFL course comparison: 120 hour, 150 hour and 168 hour Level 5 courses, prices in GBP
Course feature	120 Hour Professional TEFL Course £99 Start teaching	150 Hour Advanced TEFL Course £179 Get started	Best valueOfqual regulated 168 Hour Level 5 TEFL Course £269 Was £299 Get Level 5
Study online, self-paced	✓Included	✓Included	✓Included
100 ready-to-use ESL lesson plans	✓Included	✓Included	✓Included
Fully accredited, UKRLP approved	✓Included	✓Included	✓Included
Recognised worldwide	✓Included	✓Included	✓Included
Lifetime access to course content and materials	✓Included	✓Included	✓Included
Extended lesson planning content	–Not included	✓Included	✓Included
Ofqual-regulated qualification	–Not included	–Not included	✓Included
20 hour Teach Grammar course (worth £45)	–Not included	–Not included	✓Included

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Every country sets its own rules on degrees, passports, age and certification — and most people find out the hard way. Answer six questions and we’ll show you which of our 45 destinations are open to you right now, and exactly what’s blocking the ones that aren’t.

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Why TEFL UK

More than a certificate, your career launchpad

Unrivalled accreditation, the largest global hiring network, and 1-on-1 job support that actually gets you hired.

60,000+Teachers trained
5,000+Hired through us
80+Hiring partners
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Unmatched accreditation

The only UK provider offering an Ofqual-regulated TEFL qualification alongside UKRLP and international accreditation. FCDO-stampable for visas worldwide.

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Unrivalled employment network

Direct partnerships with EF, Berlitz, Wall Street English, EPIK and government programmes in Colombia, Peru, Uzbekistan and Saudi Arabia. 1-on-1 placement support included.

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Built by teachers, for teachers

Written by working TEFL trainers. 100 ready-to-use lesson plans, lifetime access and multi-award-winning content, at your own pace.

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Why get TEFL certified?

Ever dreamed of travelling the world while making a real difference? TEFL UK graduate Emma is here to show you how, from choosing a course to life in the classroom.

What is TEFL, and why get certified? (with TEFL UK graduate Emma) — **What is TEFL, and why get certified?**Emma explains TEFL, the benefits of certification and the skills you'll gain.

Swap the 9-to-5: travel while you work (with TEFL UK graduate Emma) — **Swap the 9-to-5: travel while you work**How a TEFL qualification gives you a career that moves with you.

Teaching online or abroad: which is right for you? (with TEFL UK graduate Emma) — **Teaching online or abroad: which is right for you?**Choosing your path, and the support and benefits waiting for you.

How to find a job after your TEFL course (with TEFL UK graduate Emma) — **How to find a job after your TEFL course**How our placement team helps you find your first teaching job.

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How it works

From TEFL course to classroom in three steps

Getting started with TEFL is easy, and we'll help you every step of the way.

Choose your TEFL course
Pick an accredited online course, from the 120-hour TEFL to the Ofqual-regulated Level 5.
Get certified online
Study at your own pace on any device. Many people finish the 120-hour course in three to four weeks.
Find your teaching job
Browse thousands of TEFL jobs worldwide, with support from our placement team.

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Why TEFL UK?

Why over 60,000 students choose TEFL UK

Accredited and recognised worldwide
Accredited courses, an Ofqual-regulated Level 5 awarded by TQUK, and certificates that can be legalised by the FCDO for your work visa.
Job support when you finish
Our placement team helps you find paid jobs and internships abroad, with partner schools from Japan to Peru.
60,000 graduates and counting
We've trained teachers now working from Bangkok to Bogotá and from Seoul to Santiago.
Study online, anywhere
A clear, easy-to-use online campus with tutor-led videos and interactive quizzes. Learn at your own pace.
Written by teachers, for teachers
We're a team of trainers who love to teach, and we've written our courses to help you do the same.
Clear, fair prices
Courses from £99, with Pay in 3 available at checkout, and accredited certificates included.

"I just want to tell you about my TEFL experience: it was absolutely fantastic. Not just how to teach English but how to manage your classroom, game ideas, how to engage with children, how to manage behaviour. Every little detail was thought about."

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Helen talks about her TEFL UK course and teaching in China

The TEFL in you

The benefits of teaching English abroad

TEFL is a story that begins with you. Teach, learn, inspire and explore the world.

Make a difference

See your students succeed and change lives for the better.

Cultural immersion

Become part of the community in the country where you teach.

No two days the same

New lessons, new ideas and new students every day.

The a-ha moment

Nothing beats seeing a lesson click for a student.

See the world

Explore new countries while getting paid and meeting new people.

Personal growth

Learn from your students and build new skills and confidence.

In-demand skills

English teachers are needed worldwide, from Asia to Latin America and online.

Build your CV

Show employers you've lived, worked and taught abroad.

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Study on your terms, from any device

The TEFL UK learning platform works on laptop, tablet and mobile. Tutor-led video presentations and interactive quizzes make our courses engaging, and you can pick up where you left off, wherever you are.

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FAQs

Online TEFL courses: your questions answered

Are online TEFL courses recognised?

Yes. Once you complete one of our courses, you can use your certificate to apply for teaching jobs around the world, and schools can check it through our online certificate verification portal. Our certificates can also be legalised by the FCDO if you need them for a work visa.

Which online TEFL course is the best?

It depends on your goals. The 120-hour Professional TEFL is the most popular starting point for new teachers. The 150-hour Advanced TEFL adds modules for teaching large classes and exam classes, and the 168-hour Level 5 TEFL is Ofqual-regulated, for the strongest applications and better-paid roles. You can also add specialist courses, such as Business English, and a live teaching practicum.

Which TEFL online courses are accredited?

All of our TEFL courses are accredited, so you can use your certificate to start teaching abroad or online. Our 168-hour Level 5 Certificate in TEFL is awarded by TQUK and regulated by Ofqual.

Where can I teach with my TEFL qualification?

TEFL jobs are available in over 100 countries, across Asia, Europe, Latin America and the Middle East, as well as online. Some countries, such as India and Argentina, don't require a degree. If your visa needs it, your certificate can be legalised by the FCDO.

What is TEFL?

TEFL stands for Teaching English as a Foreign Language. You may also see the terms TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages), ELT (English Language Teaching) and ESL (English as a Second Language), which are used in much the same way.

Do you also offer TEFL jobs and internships?

Yes. TEFL UK is a one-stop shop: you can get certified, get job placement support once you've finished your training, and apply for paid jobs and internships in countries such as Japan, Uzbekistan, Peru, Costa Rica and India.

Do I need any previous qualifications to take one of your courses?

No. You don't need a degree or a teaching qualification to take a TEFL course. Having a degree will widen your choice of jobs, as some countries need one for a work visa.

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Award-winning TEFL courses you can trust

Best TEFL Online Courses Provider 2024

Best EFL Teacher Training Provider, UK 2022

Certificates accepted for work visas

Many countries ask for your TEFL certificate to be legalised for a work visa. All TEFL UK certificates, including the Ofqual-regulated Level 5, can be legalised by the UK's Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), so you can be confident they'll be accepted abroad.

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