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What to expect

You will find

  • Videos
  • Online lesson observations
  • Discussion forums
  • Reflective tasks
  • Quizzes
  • Further learning links

Learning input varies to include engaging with texts, analysing graphics and observing aspects of teaching practice. This is supplemented with a series of tasks, including reflection activities and contributions to a discussion forum.

The quizzes enable you to review what you have learned and highlight areas of focus that you need to work on. In addition, you can refer to the glossary tab to review key terms related to TEFL. A pass in the final quiz is required if you wish to be awarded a certificate of completion.

Module one: Introduction to Teaching English as Foreign Language

In this module we discuss advantages and disadvantages of popular teaching approaches and methods and look at common misconceptions of learning a language.

Module one contains the following unit

  1. Approaches and methods in TEFL

The 60 and 120 hour courses go into more detail on

  • Specific approaches and methods, such as
  • The Grammar Translation Method
  • The Direct Method
  • A reflective survey on language assumptions
  • Extra task option
  • Knowledge vs acquisition podcast

Module two: Learning about English language

In this module, we analyse grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, receptive and productive skills from a learner’s perspective, helping you to better anticipate common problems your learners will encounter, and plan effective solutions for your classes.

Module two contains the following units

  1. Learning about grammar
  2. Learning about vocabulary
  3. Learning about phonology
  4. Learning about receptive skills
  5. Learning about productive skills

The 60 and 120 hour courses go into more detail on

  • Connected speech

Module three: Preparing lessons

In this module we look at effective lesson planning through writing specific aims and choosing appropriate lesson staging, as well as evaluating and adapting materials, and sharing activities with peers.

Module three contains the following units

  1. Lesson planning
  2. Lesson staging
  3. Using materials
  4. Sharing activities

The 60 and 120 hour courses go into more detail on

  • Learner motivation
  • Task planning
  • Using course books
  • Communicative activities

Module four: Teaching techniques

In this module we cover key strategies for classroom management with specific reference to an online environment, how to present, elicit and concept check language, how to give effective instructions, how to monitor learners, check answers and correct errors, how to use drilling effectively, and how to assess learners.  

Module three contains the following units

  1. Online class management
  2. Eliciting and concept checking
  3. Giving and checking instructions
  4. Monitoring and checking answers
  5. Feedback and error correction
  6. Drilling
  7. Assessing learners

The 60 and 120 hour courses go into more detail on

  • In-person classroom management
  • Grammar lesson video example
  • Speaking lesson video example
  • Monitoring and checking examples from the classroom
  • Drilling specifics
  • Assessing learners – washback effect

Module five: Teaching language and skills

In this module we focus on the practical aspects of teaching grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, reading, listening, speaking and writing, and observe experienced teachers deliver lessons in-person and online. 

Module five contains the following units

  1. Teaching grammar
  2. Teaching vocabulary
  3. Teaching pronunciation 
  4. Teaching receptive skills
  5. Teaching productive skills

The 60 and 120 hour courses go into more detail on 

  • Grammar teaching in action, with video lesson observation
  • Planning what vocabulary to teach
  • Vocabulary teaching in action with longer video example and tips
  • Pronunciation teaching in action, with video example from the classroom
  • Receptive skills teaching in action, with video example from the classroom
  • Teaching speaking
  • Teaching writing and the writing process

Module six: Teaching in specific contexts

In this module we explore teaching young learners, teens and adults in academic and business contexts, as well as specific strategies for teaching online. 

Module six contains the following units

  1. Teaching one-to-one
  2. Teaching young learners
  3. Teaching teens and adults 
  4. Teaching online 

The 60 and 120 hour courses go into more detail on 

  • Teaching online (in-depth focus and advanced techniques)
  • Teaching young learners (implications, classroom management and myths about young learner teaching)
  • One-to-one teaching with young learners and associated myths
  • Researching common ESOL exams (Trinity and Cambridge)

Module seven: Teacher pathways

In this module we discuss options for continuing professional development and different directions you can take in your teaching career. 

Module seven contains the following unit

  1. CPD and qualifications

The 60 and 120 hour courses go into more detail on 

  • Reflective practice
  • DipTESOL and DELTA
  • Alternative careers in TESOL
  • TEFL terms

Extra unit: Motivation

The Motivation unit reflects on previous learning and looks at extrinsic and intrinsic motivation. It also covers Harmer's angel analogy and looks at how to keep learners motivated and the practical application of these ideas.

Extra module: Teaching online

The Teaching online module covers the benefits and challenges of teaching online with practical ways to overcome challenges. You will learn how to use and share online tools, keep young learners engaged and see examples of online teaching in action.

Accordion 1

What to expect

You will find

  • Videos
  • Online lesson observations
  • Discussion forums
  • Reflective tasks
  • Quizzes
  • Further learning links

Learning input varies to include engaging with texts, analysing graphics and observing aspects of teaching practice. This is supplemented with a series of tasks, including reflection activities and contributions to a discussion forum.

The quizzes enable you to review what you have learned and highlight areas of focus that you need to work on. In addition, you can refer to the glossary tab to review key terms related to TEFL. A pass in the final quiz is required if you wish to be awarded a certificate of completion.

Module one: Introduction to Teaching English as Foreign Language

In this module we discuss advantages and disadvantages of popular teaching approaches and methods and look at common misconceptions of learning a language.

Module one contains the following unit

  1. Approaches and methods in TEFL

The 60 and 120 hour courses go into more detail on

  • Specific approaches and methods, such as
  • The Grammar Translation Method
  • The Direct Method
  • A reflective survey on language assumptions
  • Extra task option
  • Knowledge vs acquisition podcast

Module two: Learning about English language

In this module, we analyse grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, receptive and productive skills from a learner’s perspective, helping you to better anticipate common problems your learners will encounter, and plan effective solutions for your classes.

Module two contains the following units

  1. Learning about grammar
  2. Learning about vocabulary
  3. Learning about phonology
  4. Learning about receptive skills
  5. Learning about productive skills

The 60 and 120 hour courses go into more detail on

  • Connected speech

Module three: Preparing lessons

In this module we look at effective lesson planning through writing specific aims and choosing appropriate lesson staging, as well as evaluating and adapting materials, and sharing activities with peers.

Module three contains the following units

  1. Lesson planning
  2. Lesson staging
  3. Using materials
  4. Sharing activities

The 60 and 120 hour courses go into more detail on

  • Learner motivation
  • Task planning
  • Using course books
  • Communicative activities

Module four: Teaching techniques

In this module we cover key strategies for classroom management with specific reference to an online environment, how to present, elicit and concept check language, how to give effective instructions, how to monitor learners, check answers and correct errors, how to use drilling effectively, and how to assess learners.  

Module three contains the following units

  1. Online class management
  2. Eliciting and concept checking
  3. Giving and checking instructions
  4. Monitoring and checking answers
  5. Feedback and error correction
  6. Drilling
  7. Assessing learners

The 60 and 120 hour courses go into more detail on

  • In-person classroom management
  • Grammar lesson video example
  • Speaking lesson video example
  • Monitoring and checking examples from the classroom
  • Drilling specifics
  • Assessing learners – washback effect

Module five: Teaching language and skills

In this module we focus on the practical aspects of teaching grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, reading, listening, speaking and writing, and observe experienced teachers deliver lessons in-person and online. 

Module five contains the following units

  1. Teaching grammar
  2. Teaching vocabulary
  3. Teaching pronunciation 
  4. Teaching receptive skills
  5. Teaching productive skills

The 60 and 120 hour courses go into more detail on 

  • Grammar teaching in action, with video lesson observation
  • Planning what vocabulary to teach
  • Vocabulary teaching in action with longer video example and tips
  • Pronunciation teaching in action, with video example from the classroom
  • Receptive skills teaching in action, with video example from the classroom
  • Teaching speaking
  • Teaching writing and the writing process

Module six: Teaching in specific contexts

In this module we explore teaching young learners, teens and adults in academic and business contexts, as well as specific strategies for teaching online. 

Module six contains the following units

  1. Teaching one-to-one
  2. Teaching young learners
  3. Teaching teens and adults 
  4. Teaching online 

The 60 and 120 hour courses go into more detail on 

  • Teaching online (in-depth focus and advanced techniques)
  • Teaching young learners (implications, classroom management and myths about young learner teaching)
  • One-to-one teaching with young learners and associated myths
  • Researching common ESOL exams (Trinity and Cambridge)

Module seven: Teacher pathways

In this module we discuss options for continuing professional development and different directions you can take in your teaching career. 

Module seven contains the following unit

  1. CPD and qualifications

The 60 and 120 hour courses go into more detail on 

  • Reflective practice
  • DipTESOL and DELTA
  • Alternative careers in TESOL
  • TEFL terms

Extra unit: Motivation

The Motivation unit reflects on previous learning and looks at extrinsic and intrinsic motivation. It also covers Harmer's angel analogy and looks at how to keep learners motivated and the practical application of these ideas.

Extra module: Teaching online

The Teaching online module covers the benefits and challenges of teaching online with practical ways to overcome challenges. You will learn how to use and share online tools, keep young learners engaged and see examples of online teaching in action.

Accordion 1

Is this course right for me? 

This course is for you if ...

Your goal is to open doors to respected employers offering higher salaries and benefits.

You want to experience teaching real learners.

You want feedback on your teaching and confidence in your ability to lead a classroom.

You want an accredited qualification.

You can dedicate the time required for the full duration of the course.

You want access to the English for Asia network.

This course might not be for you if ...

You don’t need an accredited qualification at a level appropriate for obtaining working visas, and benchmarked to national qualifications frameworks.

You don’t want to be observed teaching real students.

Your current schedule doesn’t allow you to be fully committed to the course.

Your language proficiency is below CEFR C1 (IELTS 7.0) – check out our CertPT or other TEFL course options if this applies to you.

Is this course right for me? 

This course is for you if ...

Your goal is to open doors to respected employers offering higher salaries and benefits.

You want to experience teaching real learners.

You want feedback on your teaching and confidence in your ability to lead a classroom.

You want an accredited qualification.

You can dedicate the time required for the full duration of the course.

You want access to the English for Asia network.

This course might not be for you if ...

You don’t need an accredited qualification at a level appropriate for obtaining working visas, and benchmarked to national qualifications frameworks.

You don’t want to be observed teaching real students.

Your current schedule doesn’t allow you to be fully committed to the course.

Your language proficiency is below CEFR C1 (IELTS 7.0) – check out our CertPT or other TEFL course options if this applies to you.

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"The course taught me a lot that I had forgotten and also how to conduct my classes, communicate with my students and make sure that they are getting their money’s worth in my classes." 

~ Sunny J, 2021 40 Hour TEFL Course graduate

"The course taught me a lot that I had forgotten and also how to conduct my classes, communicate with my students and make sure that they are getting their money’s worth in my classes." 

~ Sunny J, 2021 40 Hour TEFL Course graduate

Compare our courses

40-hour TEFL

60-hour TEFL

60-hour TEFL

HK$1,800 / US$230

HK$2,400 / US$305

HK$3,600 / US$460

New to English teaching

Looking for a practical initial introduction to the key concepts in TESOL 

New to English New to English teaching

Some teaching experience

Looking for a more in-depth introduction to key concepts in TESOL

New to English teaching

Some English teaching experience

Looking for a recognised 120-hour TEFL certificate for visa or work purposes

Teach English in-person or online

Teach English in-person or online

Teach English in-person or online, with an in-depth focus on teaching both adult learners and young learners

Typically, 1-2 months to complete based on around 5-10 hours of study per week.

Typically, 2-4 months to complete based on around 5-10 hours of study per week.

Typically, 3-6 months to complete based on around 5-10 hours of study per week.

Access for 3 months

Access for 6 months

Access for one year

A complete introduction to teaching English

43 trainer videos

3 complete lessons (145 minutes of authentic lesson footage)

9 video extracts from authentic lessons demonstrating teaching skills

Everything in the 40-hour course plus

More detailed coverage in each module including extra material and resources focusing on a range of teaching skills and the practical application of teaching theory

Additional unit on Motivation with more opportunities to reflect on your learning and teaching experiences

 Extra tasks and interactive content including an additional 13 discussion board activities

5 complete lessons (250 minutes of authentic lesson footage) 

14 video extracts from authentic lessons demonstrating teaching skills

Everything in the 60-hour course plus

Additional content on teaching young learners interwoven into all practical modules

Additional units on young learners, assessment, and exams

More in-depth content of teaching skills in each unit, additional analysis and opportunities for reflection

Further examples of practical application of theory through podcasts and trainer-led presentations on all aspects of teaching from giving instructions to communicating with parents

Additional activities and discussion tasks

349 minutes of real-lesson footage

21 video extracts from real lessons demonstrating teaching skills

Free bonus module on Teaching in Specific Contexts

Recommended for teachers with C1 proficiency or above.

 

Minimum B1/B2 proficiency to benefit from course content. 

Recommended for teachers with C1 proficiency or above.

 

Minimum B1/B2 proficiency to benefit from course content.

Recommended for teachers with C1 proficiency or above.

 

Minimum B1/B2 proficiency to benefit from course content.

Get to know our teachers

Appreciates a good bottle of wine

Kevin Clare

Course Director, DipTESOL Trainer

Enjoys learning Mandarin

Clare Voke

Director of Teacher Training

An ancestor of his signed the Death Warrant of Charles I

Sean Martin

CertTESOL Trainer, DipTESOL Trainer

Alwas enjoys a challenge

Jenny Fung

CertTESOL Trainer

Kevin Clare, Appreciates a good bottle of wine

Since 2009, Kevin has been involved in teaching English in a range of different settings, teaching adults, teenagers and notably young learners in Australia, Daqing, Guangzhou and Hong Kong. He has worked in language centres as a Director of Studies and in various roles in international schools. At English for Asia, Kevin directs courses and conducts online training for teachers in Hong Kong and around the world.

CELTA, PGCE, BA

Clare Voke, Enjoys learning mandarin

Since 2009, Kevin has been involved in teaching English in a range of different settings, teaching adults, teenagers and notably young learners in Australia, Daqing, Guangzhou and Hong Kong. He has worked in language centres as a Director of Studies and in various roles in international schools. At English for Asia, Kevin directs courses and conducts online training for teachers in Hong Kong and around the world.

Director of Teacher Training

Sean Martin, An ancestor of his signed the Death Warrant of Charles I

Since 2009, Kevin has been involved in teaching English in a range of different settings, teaching adults, teenagers and notably young learners in Australia, Daqing, Guangzhou and Hong Kong. He has worked in language centres as a Director of Studies and in various roles in international schools. At English for Asia, Kevin directs courses and conducts online training for teachers in Hong Kong and around the world.

CertTESOL Trainer, DipTESOL Trainer

Jenny Fung, Alwas enjoys a challenge

Since 2009, Kevin has been involved in teaching English in a range of different settings, teaching adults, teenagers and notably young learners in Australia, Daqing, Guangzhou and Hong Kong. He has worked in language centres as a Director of Studies and in various roles in international schools. At English for Asia, Kevin directs courses and conducts online training for teachers in Hong Kong and around the world.

CertTESOL Trainer

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