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Learn to teach, from teachers
Train to teach English with The TEFL Org, founded in 2008 by experienced teachers.
From our founders to our dedicated tutors and experienced TEFL advisors, we understand exactly what you need from your TEFL training because we’ve done it all before. With a wealth of experience teaching across the globe, training teachers, and developing courses, you’ll be in safe hands with our team of experts.
Teach English as a foreign language with The TEFL Org. Get an internationally-recognised and accredited qualification
Teach English as a foreign language abroad and online with The TEFL Org.
With huge demand for English teachers across the globe there are a wide range of opportunities available once you’re a TEFL certified teacher. Work in public schools, language centres, summer schools and universities with students of all ages and abilities. Travel to countries such as Spain, Japan, and Italy, or stay right at home and teach English online.
All you need to get TEFL certified is fluency in English - no previous experience or qualifications required. Our courses will teach you everything you need to know to start teaching English for the first time.
With more accreditation than any other provider, our qualifications are recognised internationally. You’ll join a community of over 140,000 TEFL Org teachers and embark on a TEFL adventure of your very own.
But first, you need to get qualified. Our best-selling 120-hour Premier TEFL course and Ofqual-regulated Level 5 TEFL course offer flexible self-paced online study. All of our courses include the support of an experienced TEFL tutor, lifetime access to our exclusive Jobs Centre, and more!
Our best-selling 120-hour
Premier Online TEFL course
self-paced
dedicated tutor support
internationally recognised
+ more!
Teach English Abroad
like Joel, teaching in China
Teach English Online
like Yvonne, teaching with EF Teach Online
Get internationally recognised TEFL qualification with the most accredited course provider
As the most accredited TEFL teacher training provider in the world, TEFL Org qualifications are recognised worldwide.
Why does accreditation matter? It’s a process of external quality control, which gives you - and employers - assurance that the training we offer is of the highest standard. We hold accreditation from prestigious bodies in both the UK and USA.
In-person and online TEFL courses
We offer a range of courses to accommodate different schedules and budgets. Study entirely online with our self-paced courses or, optionally, combine online study with a practical classroom course.
Classroom courses are held in selected locations and are delivered by experienced TEFL tutors. Last year, we launched our virtual classroom TEFL course, which follows the same syllabus as our in-person courses - the only difference is that it’s delivered over Zoom. Whether you prefer to study in person or entirely online you will receive the same high level of training.
In-person and online TEFL courses
The TEFL Org story
Back in 2008, in the Highlands of Scotland, The TEFL Org was born.
After many years spent teaching English in Greece and France, our founders, Jennifer MacKenzie and Joe Hallwood, returned to the UK. They had the ambition to pass on all their knowledge and experience to help others to TEFL just like they had and benefit from the incredible opportunities it offers. From the beginning, providing the highest quality training, great customer service, and friendly support to new teachers at the start of their TEFL adventure has been at the core of what we do at The TEFL Org.
Over the last 13 years, The TEFL Org has grown rapidly to a team of over 40 staff and tutors passionate about all things TEFL! Along the way we’ve picked up awards, expanded worldwide, gained more accreditation than any other TEFL course provider, and trained over 140,000 teachers who’ve gone on to teach across the globe.
Employers worldwide want TEFL Org graduates
TEFL Org students get lifetime access to our TEFL Jobs Centre, which is updated daily with exciting positions in countries across the globe.
80% of our course graduates find a teaching job within just two months of looking for work. Our Jobs Centre, CV checking service, and access to advice from expert TEFL advisers are some of the ways we help support you on your TEFL journey.
Where will TEFL take you?
Browse JobsTEFL Org graduates are teaching English across the globe
There are more than 1.5 billion English language learners in the world. Language learners who need qualified teachers - like you!
We’ve been training TEFL teachers since 2008, and with over 140,000 trained to date you can find our teachers everywhere. In Vietnam, you’ll find Frances, who moved there in 2016 to start teaching and has never looked back.
Digital nomad David has been travelling the world since getting qualified in 2015. His travels have taken him all over, to countries such as Japan, Mexico, Colombia, and Belarus, and along the way he’s built a successful online teaching business.
TEFL also allows you to work from home. Last year, Yvonne lost her job due to the pandemic and decided to get TEFL certified to pursue a new career. She’s now teaching English online to Chinese children and loving her new job!
TEFL as a Career Change
Friday 27th January 4pm GMT / 11am EST
If you’d like to try something new and not sure where to start, TEFL can be a fantastic option. Whilst gaining plenty of transferable skills, you can step out of your comfort zone, experience different cultures and even learn a new language. Or make the move into a career in teaching you’ve always dreamed of!
Weekly Webinars
Tune in to our weekly webinars for tips and advice from a TEFL pro! You can watch previous webinars back over on YouTube.
Some of our recent webinar topics include:
TEFL CV and Resume Workshop
How to market yourself as a TEFL Teacher
Teaching Writing
Teaching in the UK
Exam Preparation