Compare TEFL courses
Find the right TEFL course for your goals
Choosing the right qualification is the most important step in launching a global teaching career. Whether you want a fast, affordable entry point or the gold standard in Ofqual-regulated credentials, this guide breaks down every TEFL UK course so you can decide with confidence.
All courses include lifetime access to learning resources, a free Lesson Planning E-Book, and dedicated job placement support — from day one to your first classroom.
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Filter by what matters to you, or scroll through the full range below. Every card includes a direct purchase link — no extra steps.
Best value
120hr Professional TEFL
The fastest route to a fully accredited qualification. 13 in-depth modules covering grammar, lesson planning, classroom management, and teaching children — everything you need to start.
- Certified in as little as 3 weeks
- No experience or degree required
- Internationally recognised — teach in 100+ countries
- FCDO-legalisable certificate
- Access to exclusive TEFL jobs portal
Most popular
150hr Advanced TEFL
The most popular course in the TEFL UK range. Goes deeper into teaching methods, exam class preparation (IELTS), and advanced classroom techniques for a long-term career.
- Specialist IELTS & exam class training
- Advanced classroom methodology
- Recommended by 60,000+ graduates
- Internationally recognised certificate
- Free job placement support
Gold standard
168hr Level 5 TEFL
The definitive TEFL qualification. Ofqual-regulated and respected by the most prestigious employers worldwide. If your goal is a competitive market or a university role, this is your credential.
- Ofqual-regulated qualification (UK government)
- Recognised by top international schools
- Expert tutor-led delivery
- Equivalent status to CELTA for most employers
- FCDO-legalisable for all markets
Includes 20hr practice
140hr Combined TEFL
The 120hr Professional course plus 20 hours of live, assessed teaching practice with real ESL learners. The credential employers screen for first in competitive markets like Japan and South Korea.
- 20 verified teaching hours on your CV
- Live practice with real ESL learners
- Optional: teach Ukrainian refugees (Stand with Ukraine)
- FCDO-legalisable certificate
- Meets EPIK & JET programme requirements
Includes 20hr practice
170hr Combined TEFL
Blends the 150hr Advanced course with a 20-hour Teaching Practicum. Advanced theory plus practical classroom experience — the step up most serious teachers choose for competitive destinations.
- Advanced theory + 20hr live practice
- IELTS exam class specialisation included
- Stand with Ukraine optional practicum
- Strong choice for Japan, Korea, Europe
- FCDO-legalisable certificate
Most comprehensive
240hr Combined TEFL
Our most comprehensive programme — extensive online study combined with 20 hours of real teaching practice. The definitive roadmap for the dedicated professional.
- 240 hours of total training
- 20hr assessed live teaching practice
- Maximum employer appeal worldwide
- Covers all teaching specialisms
- FCDO-legalisable certificate
2 courses in 1
220hr Specialist TEFL
The most comprehensive online TEFL programme available. Includes 70 hours of Business English — a lucrative specialism where you can command significantly higher hourly rates.
- 70hr Business English specialism included
- Earn 2–3× more with corporate clients
- Covers every key teaching specialism
- Ideal for online and in-company teaching
- FCDO-legalisable certificate
Earn 2–3× more
70hr Business English
Unlock the most lucrative sector in English teaching. Designed by highly qualified Business English trainers with extensive corporate experience — a powerful CV upgrade.
- Teach corporate clients at premium rates
- Build your own online business teaching
- Developed by corporate teaching specialists
- Pairs with any existing TEFL qualification
Real classroom hours
20hr Teaching Practicum
Already qualified but need classroom hours on your CV? This flexible standalone practicum lets you gain assessed real-world teaching practice and add verifiable hours to your certificate.
- Practice with real ESL learners
- Employer-approved credential
- Adds to any existing TEFL qualification
- Flexible scheduling
Short course
20hr How to Teach Grammar
Take your grammar teaching from novice to confident pro. Checklists, techniques, and approaches for every age group — the short course that rounds out any qualification.
- Tackles the hardest skill in TEFL
- Techniques for all ages and levels
- Pairs with any core TEFL course
Short course
20hr Teaching English Online
The digital tools, interview processes, and platform-specific skills you need for a successful remote teaching career. Start earning from home with the right preparation.
- Platform-specific training (Preply, iTalki etc.)
- Digital classroom management skills
- Pairs with any core TEFL qualification
Micro-course
Early Childhood Education
How children learn and develop — and how to teach them effectively. A brief but essential overview for anyone teaching foundational English programmes to young learners.
- Internationally accepted qualification
- Learn how young learners acquire language
- Perfect add-on for Asia placements
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Quick comparison — core qualifications
Not sure which of the main qualifications fits your goals? This table shows the key differences at a glance.
| Course | Hours | Price | Teaching practice | Ofqual regulated | Best for | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 120hr Professional TEFL Best value | 120hrs | £99 | No | No | First-time teachers, fast start | Buy → |
| 140hr Combined TEFL + Practice | 140hrs | £199 | ✓ 20hrs live | No | Japan, Korea, competitive markets | Buy → |
| 150hr Advanced TEFL Most popular | 150hrs | £179 | No | No | Long-term career, IELTS teaching | Buy → |
| 168hr Level 5 TEFL Gold standard | 168hrs | £269 | No | ✓ Ofqual | Universities, international schools, UAE | Buy → |
| 170hr Combined TEFL + Practice | 170hrs | £279 | ✓ 20hrs live | No | Advanced theory + real experience | Buy → |
| 220hr Specialist TEFL | 220hrs | £229 | No | No | Business English, specialist roles | Buy → |
| 240hr Combined TEFL | 240hrs | £349 | ✓ 20hrs live | No | Maximum training & employer appeal | Buy → |
Which course is right for you?
Find your course by goal
Not sure where to start? Match your situation to the recommended starting point below.
I want to get certified fast
New to teaching and want to start within weeks — not months. Budget matters.
120hr Professional TEFL — £99I'm targeting Japan or South Korea
Competitive markets where schools and government programmes screen for classroom hours.
140hr Combined TEFL — £199I want the highest-ranked credential
Applying to international schools, universities, or competitive markets like the UAE.
168hr Level 5 TEFL — £269I want to earn more with Business English
Already qualified, or want a specialism that unlocks corporate teaching at higher rates.
70hr Business English — £89I want to teach online from home
Aiming for platforms like Preply or iTalki, or a remote teaching career.
120hr + 20hr Teaching Online — £139I want everything in one package
Maximum training, teaching practice, and specialist skills — the complete professional package.
240hr Combined TEFL — £349Included in every course
What you get as standard
Every TEFL UK course — regardless of level — includes these core benefits from day one.