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180 Hour TEFL

Our 180-hour TEFL course is designed for those who want to take their teaching qualifications further and develop the skills and confidence to pursue a wider range of English teaching opportunities worldwide. Combining comprehensive TEFL training with two specialist areas of study, this course offers a more extensive preparation for those looking to build a rewarding career in English language teaching.

Delivered fully online and at your own pace, the course builds on the essential knowledge and practical skills required to teach English effectively. You will develop a thorough understanding of teaching methodologies, lesson planning, grammar instruction, classroom management, assessment and the teaching of reading, writing, speaking, listening, pronunciation and vocabulary.

In addition to the core TEFL training, you will complete two specialist units: Teach English to Young Learners (TEYL) and Teach English Online (TEO). These additional qualifications will equip you with the knowledge and strategies to work with younger students, as well as the skills to deliver engaging and effective online English lessons.

Throughout the course, you will explore how to adapt your teaching approach to different age groups, learning needs and teaching environments. Whether your ambition is to teach in a traditional classroom, work with children, teach English online or combine different teaching opportunities, this qualification will help broaden your professional skill set.

By completing 180 hours of TEFL training, you demonstrate a strong commitment to professional development and a willingness to go beyond the standard requirements. You will finish with a more comprehensive teaching toolkit, greater confidence and the flexibility to explore opportunities across Asia, Europe, Latin America and the global online teaching market.

This course is ideal for those who are serious about pursuing a career in TEFL and want a comprehensive qualification that combines core teaching skills with specialist training in two increasingly popular areas of English language education.

Start your TEFL journey today—teach, travel, and earn!

£294.70

Save 70% with coupon code TEFL70 at checkout.

Who this course is for: anyone who wants the most complete TEFL training and the strongest CV, including teachers aiming for competitive schools or long term teaching careers.

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Course Units

Explore the world of Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL), including the growing demand for English language teachers, the challenges learners face when acquiring English and the principles behind effective language teaching. You will also be introduced to the major teaching methods and approaches that have shaped modern English language education.

Discover what makes an effective English language teacher and the skills, qualities and responsibilities involved in the profession. You will explore different teaching roles, develop an understanding of professional conduct and learn how to create a positive learning environment that encourages students to participate, progress and achieve their goals.

Understanding your students is essential to successful teaching. In this unit, you will explore the different reasons people learn English, the factors that influence language acquisition and the ways individuals approach learning. You will discover how to recognise learners’ needs, abilities and motivations and use this knowledge to create more engaging and effective lessons.

Develop your understanding of the English language and the pronunciation features that learners often find challenging. You will explore areas such as phonology, phonemic symbols, word stress, sentence stress, intonation and connected speech, while discovering practical techniques to help students improve their pronunciation, clarity and spoken communication.

Build your confidence in understanding and teaching English grammar. You will explore essential grammatical structures, how they are used in everyday communication and the most effective ways to present and practise them. You will also learn how to make grammar accessible through clear explanations, meaningful examples and engaging classroom activities.

Discover how to develop students’ vocabulary and improve their ability to communicate in English. You will explore practical techniques for introducing, explaining and practising new vocabulary, alongside the four essential language skills: reading, writing, listening and speaking. You will also learn how to integrate these skills into engaging lessons that reflect real-life communication.

Effective lessons begin with effective planning. In this unit, you will learn how to establish clear learning objectives, structure lessons and select appropriate teaching materials and activities. You will explore the different stages of a lesson, understand how to manage lesson time and develop the skills needed to create well-organised, purposeful lessons that meet your students’ learning needs..

Put your teaching knowledge into practice by exploring the essential techniques used in everyday English language classrooms. You will develop an understanding of giving clear instructions, presenting new language, checking student understanding, correcting errors and encouraging participation. You will also discover how to use effective questioning, feedback and classroom techniques to support student progress.

Learn how to establish and maintain a positive, productive and well-organised learning environment. This unit explores practical classroom management techniques, including setting expectations, managing student behaviour, organising group and pair work, maintaining student engagement and dealing with common classroom challenges. You will develop the confidence to manage different classroom situations effectively.
Understand how to assess students’ English language abilities, monitor their progress and identify areas for improvement. You will explore different forms of assessment, testing and evaluation, including placement, diagnostic, formative and summative assessment. You will also learn how to provide constructive feedback and use assessment results to inform your teaching and support continued learning.
Discover how games and interactive activities can make English lessons more enjoyable, motivating and effective. You will explore a variety of practical classroom activities designed to develop vocabulary, grammar, pronunciation and communication skills. You will also learn how to select and adapt activities for different ages, abilities and learning objectives, helping to create lessons in which students actively participate.
Explore the specialist skills required to teach English to children and young learners. You will develop an understanding of child development, learning characteristics and age-appropriate teaching approaches. You will also discover how to use stories, songs, games, visual resources and interactive activities to create engaging lessons that support children’s language development and build their confidence.

Discover the opportunities and practical requirements of teaching English online. You will explore the technology, platforms and digital resources used in online language education, alongside techniques for delivering engaging virtual lessons. You will also learn how to adapt teaching methods for online environments, manage virtual classrooms, maintain student interaction and develop effective online teaching practices.

Prepare to take the next step towards a career in TEFL. This unit explores the different employment opportunities available worldwide, including classroom teaching, online teaching and private tuition. You will learn how to search for suitable vacancies, prepare a professional TEFL CV, complete applications, prepare for interviews and understand what employers look for when recruiting English language teachers.

Why learners choose TEFL Graduate

Over 45,000 registered learners since 2016  |  Over 98% pass rate  |  Accepted by hundreds of employers worldwide

Teach English as a Foreign Language
4.7
Based on 30 reviews
Stormy Smith
3 weeks ago
Easy and comprehensive TEFL course
Veronica Nelson
3 weeks ago
I feel very confident that I can be successful as a teacher of a foreign language. I really liked the content and access of the course. This content was very thorough, well set up and easy to complete when committed to engaging all students.
Giulia Di Trapani
1 month ago
The course is very informative and provides an in-depth explanation of everything a teacher needs to become a successful EFL teacher. The tests are straightforward and closely reflect the material covered throughout the course. Some of the units can be a little wordy, but they are nevertheless helpful and contain a lot of useful information. I did not interact much with my tutor, but the feedback provided through grading was helpful, although it was occasionally delayed. Overall, the course was informative, thorough and a valuable learning experience.
Amanuel Getachew
2 months ago
Great experience with TEFL Graduate's 120-hour course. The units were well-structured and covered everything from classroom management and lesson planning to pronunciation and testing — practical, not just theory. Self-paced format made it easy to fit around my schedule, and I came away feeling genuinely prepared to teach, not just certified. Highly recommend to anyone starting out in TEFL.
lingua venture
2 months ago
I really enjoyed it
Kemberli Mayo
2 months ago
I enjoyed the course and it was interactive and easy to follow.
Kathleen Macdonald
2 months ago
This course was very informative and provided many different styles of presenting the information. Often, online course are just a lot reading with little engagement, this course was engaging and interactive.
SM Pillay
3 months ago
I had a wonderful experience completing the 120-Hour TEFL Certification course through TEFL Graduate. The course was well-structured, easy to follow, and provided a strong foundation in teaching English as a foreign language. I especially appreciated the practical examples, lesson planning guidance, and classroom management strategies, which helped me feel more confident in my ability to teach students from diverse backgrounds. The material was engaging and comprehensive, allowing me to study at my own pace while still feeling challenged. I also found the quizzes and assessments helpful in reinforcing what I learned throughout the course. Overall, I would highly recommend this program to anyone looking to begin a career in TEFL or expand their teaching qualifications. Thank you to the TEFL Graduate team for creating such an informative and enjoyable learning experience. I look forward to applying the knowledge and skills I've gained in my future teaching career.
kristi gorgadze
3 months ago
Dylan Johnson
3 months ago
This course was really great and I felt as if I learned how to be a better teacher whilst also compartmentalizing the vast complexities of the English language. The course was set up to where it was easy for me to review the necessary material that would be helpful in each quiz and assignment I took. The Check Your Understanding parts where very helpful as these were mini-reviewers that was great for me to retain the information that I learned throughout the course.
Vic Mott
4 months ago
This course was very comprehensive with clear expectations. Thank you very much for the opportunity to complete this course.
K'Finity Beauty
5 months ago
This course was better than I expected. The lessons were informative and easy to follow. I would recommend to anyone.
Leo P
5 months ago
The TEFL Graduate course was fun to learn. Even though it was a lot of material the presentation and software made it fun and entertaining. I also appreciate the quick response from the staff as I believe customer service is key. I recommend TEFL Graduate to anyone who wants an enjoyable learning experience that is easy to follow and who wants to learn a lot. I feel a lot more knowledgable since I've taken the course. Thank you!
Zain Munir
5 months ago
Very clear and informative course. I Would highly recommend Tefl graduate to anyone looking to teach abroad.
Jordan Szot
5 months ago
Anna Choi
6 months ago
This was a great class. I could complete it on my own time and I learned a lot! I especially love the suggested activities. Some of the videos were not necessary since they just repeated the classroom content. Also, I felt that Assignment #2's word limit didn't provide me with the adequate space to outline what my suggested activities would be so I was penalized for having incomplete answers. If I were to write more than a few sentences for my responses, I would have had a more complete answer.
Keisha Clark (Keyoshay)
6 months ago
This course was affordable, easy, quick, fast, thorough and prepares you for teaching abroad!
Amy Looc
6 months ago
Great experience. Thorough lessons that are easy to follow and engaging content.
Vivian Rose
7 months ago
I had a great experience with TEFL Graduate. The course was very informative and easy to follow, and I really appreciated being able to complete it at my own pace. It provided helpful knowledge and practical insights for teaching English, and I’m glad I chose this program.
Keisha Clark
7 months ago
This was a comprehensive very informative course. Thank you for the valuable information for my career journey. And very affordable, easy to follow.
Manny
7 months ago
I recently completed the 120-hour online TEFL course, and it was a valuable and well-structured experience. The modules were clear and covered important areas like lesson planning, and teaching methods. I also appreciated the flexibility of the online format, which allowed me to study at my own pace. The course assessments helped reinforce my understanding of the English language. Overall, I am satisfied with the course and feel more confident in my ability to teach English as a foreign language. Thank you!
Dr. Chalette Griffin
8 months ago
I learned a great deal from this course. At times, I felt overwhelmed by the amount of information; however, I understand it was necessary to ensure that potential TEFL teachers are prepared. Thank you.
Tamara Barrett
8 months ago
Great courses ❤️
Christie Cruise, PhD
8 months ago
Overall, I enjoyed the course. I believe it was thorough in the topics that were covered. I appreciated that a variety of learning techniques were included (e.g., visual, audio). I appreciated that there were quizzes along the way to assess learning. I would have liked to have had a practice exam before taking the final. A study guide for the final exam would also be helpful.
Kennith Steyl
8 months ago
The course was very well structured and detailed. A book at the end or a study guide will be very helpful seeing that a lot of information was shared during the course and a book covering everything, would be a very useful reference guide going forward.
Amie George
10 months ago
This course is very accessible. I liked that they included videos to show teaching methods in practice.
Ama
10 months ago
Highly recommend. Best part is that you can go at your own pace.
mari fofa
10 months ago
Such an amazing experience! My Tutor was always available and I had such a pleasant experience with this course. Highly recommend.
Andrew Blouin
10 months ago
This was an excellent, comprehensive course for preparation to teach english as a foreign language. The course was well researched and well organized and focused on both theoretical and practical aspects of ESL teaching. Overall I found this course of great applicable value.
Daniel Kim
10 months ago
fun and informative
Luis Perez
12 months ago
The course was an excellent and truly beneficial experience that deepened my understanding of teaching English effectively. The lessons were clear, engaging, and practical, making it easy to apply what I learned. I also appreciated how user-friendly and well-organized the online platform was! THANK YOU.
nikki
12 months ago
The material was presented in an enjoyable, multimedia format. There were ample opportunities to check your knowledge along the way to help you do well on the quizzes. I definitely would recommend.
Gerald Alex
1 year ago
Hello, am much greatful succeeding in this course wasn't easy, at first I thought I wasn't going to manage it. Through determination and hard work, I managed am much greatful because the course have equiped me with relevant skills as a TEFL teacher. Thanks to my tutor she was there and responded to me whenever I asked for directions. Generally the course have thought me a lot and am eager to travel abroad as I have the relevant skills. Thanks.
Robyn Goulder
1 year ago
I was really surprised at how extensive this course is. I loved it and found it easy to understand and loved the different ways they taught the different subjects. I highly recommend this course and look forward to doing more in the future. A+++

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need teaching experience?

No. All you need is fluency in English. The course takes you from the basics to being ready for your first class.

How long do I have to complete the course?

You get instant access after purchase and 6 months to complete it, studying at your own pace on any computer or device. Extensions are available if you need more time.

How is the course assessed?

Through online quizzes and assignments throughout the course. The pass mark is 70%.

When do I get my certificate?

Your digital certificate is available as soon as you pass. A printed hard copy can also be ordered.

More answers on our FAQ page.

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