In the Black Friday and Cyber Monday aftermath, we thought this might be the best time to provide some money saving tips! If you are looking to pursue a career in TEFL, having some money saved aside is essential. Initially, you will have course fees, visa fees and flights to pay for (as well as…
From the NHS to China: Malcolm’s TEFL Story
Not all of us are looking for a long-term career or experience for the future – some of us already bring these with us. But, like most others, we are looking for something different, a change, a challenge. After working for many years for the National Health Service, that was the situation I was in.…
Student Interviews
A TEFL classroom course is a great way to get a feel for TEFL. All classroom courses are led by TEFL tutors who have years of experience in the industry. Over a weekend/weekday course, you will take part in fun, engaging activities that will help to give you a practical understanding of TEFL. We recently…
Where can you save the most teaching English?
A TEFL qualification is your ticket to new cultures, countries, and all kinds of exciting experiences. Most people hoping to teach English abroad are looking for a new adventure but is it also possible to save money on a teacher’s salary and enjoy a new country and way of life? You absolutely can! It’s easier…
Becoming An ESL Teacher
So, you’ve finished (or almost finished) your TEFL course and you’re wondering what you should do now? Well let’s assume that you took this course to teach English as a foreign language and let’s help you find a job! The need for ESL teachers is forever growing around the world and you are now the…
Interview with TEFL classroom course students
What’s it like to take a TEFL course with us? We can tell you all about being the most highly accredited provider of TEFL courses in the UK and explain what the course involves but who better to tell you than students actually taking the course? We love hearing about the experiences of our current students…
Why you should TEFL in China
According to a recent report by Euromonitor International, China is set to overtake France as the top tourist destination in the world by 2030. But it’s not just tourists who are flocking to China – it’s already the top destination for EFL teachers, attracting teachers with an abundance of work, rapidly growing TEFL market, and…
TEFL and English Proficiency Around the World
The 2018 edition of EF Education First’s English Proficiency Index has recently been published, providing valuable insight into English language ability around the world. The index analysed test results from 1.3 million EF SET (Standard English Test) takers and used the data to rank the English language skills of 88 countries and regions, tracking improvements, declines,…
TEFL in Cambodia: Daniel’s Story
So, I’ve been asked to write about my TEFL experience in Cambodia. I’ll begin by stating that there are no ‘usual’ TEFL candidates, or at least that’s what I’ve found. We come from incredibly varied backgrounds both professionally and personally. I’ve met TEFL teachers from over a dozen countries and we each have our life…
TEFL in Asia without a degree: Cambodia
We’re often asked: is a TEFL qualification all I need to teach English abroad? The honest answer to this depends on where you want to teach. You need a degree to teach in certain countries due to visa requirements, but don’t worry if you don’t have one – there are still opportunities out there for…
