Level 5
Industry Standard
Core Program
120-Hour TEFL Certificate
The industry-standard 120-hour TEFL qualification required by the majority of schools worldwide. Meets the minimum requirement for teaching jobs across Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and all major online platforms.
120Study Hours
6â10 weeksTypical Duration
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- â 120-hour Level 5 certificate
- â Personal tutor support
- â Lifetime certificate access
- â Job placement support
- â Internationally accredited
What You'll Learn
By the end of this course you will be able to:
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Achieve the 120-hour standard required by most employers worldwideâ
Master core teaching methodologies: CLT, TBLT, Direct Methodâ
Plan comprehensive, standards-aligned lesson sequencesâ
Teach all four language skills to learners at every levelâ
Navigate real classroom challenges with professional confidenceâ
Earn an internationally accredited Level 5 TEFL CertificateWho Is This Course For?
Anyone wanting to teach English at language schools, online platforms, or private tutoring globally.
Course Curriculum
7 modules • 120 total hours • Self-paced
1
Language Teaching Methodology
15hrs
CLT, Task-Based Learning, the Lexical Approach, and more.
2
English Language Systems
20hrs
Grammar in depth, phonology, vocabulary systems, and pragmatics.
3
Lesson Planning & Sequencing
20hrs
Multi-lesson planning, curriculum mapping, adapting materials.
4
Teaching the Four Skills
20hrs
Integrated skills instruction with practical techniques for every level.
5
Classroom Management & Dynamics
15hrs
Seating, motivation, mixed-ability groups, and online classrooms.
6
Assessment, Testing & Feedback
15hrs
Designing tests, continuous assessment, and meaningful error correction.
7
Professional Practice
15hrs
Job hunting, CV writing, lesson observations, and reflective practice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 120 hours enough to teach anywhere in the world?
The 120-hour TEFL Certificate meets requirements for the vast majority of employers. Some premium international schools require 180+ hours or a degree, but this certificate opens doors across Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and all online platforms.
Is this course accredited?
Yes. The American TEFL Institute 120-Hour Certificate is fully accredited and internationally recognised, meeting hiring standards of major language school chains worldwide.
Can I teach English online with this certificate?
Absolutely. The 120-hour certificate is accepted by all major online teaching platforms including VIPKid, Italki, Cambly, EF English First Online, and more.
What is the difference between TEFL and TESOL?
TEFL and TESOL are largely interchangeable terms. Our certification covers both contexts and is internationally recognised as either a TEFL or TESOL qualification.
Course Includes
- đš 120 hours of expert-written content
- đ Assignments with tutor feedback
- đŠâđĢ Personal tutor assignment
- đ Level 5 digital certificate
- đŧ Job board & placement support
- đą Access on mobile, tablet & desktop
- â Lifetime access to course materials
Accreditation
This course is fully accredited and internationally recognised. Your certificate is accepted by language schools, international schools, and online teaching platforms in 80+ countries.
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