For those wishing to take a TEFL (teaching English as a Foreign Language) certificate, the options are seemingly countless. The internet is full of names of schools around the globe offering TEFL certificate courses for those who want to teach English overseas.
While the range of option may cause the decision-making process to appear daunting, a clear understanding of how TEFL is taught around the world, your individual needs, and exactly what each school offers its students will go a long way toward making the selection process work to your benefit.
Firstly, your course should be accredited – not simply “recognized” — by a third body. Such courses are valid world-wide, and stand you in good stead for being considered for hiring. The best courses offer 120 study hours, at least six observed practice teaching sessions, and contain a solid grammar component.
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