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Combined Level 5 TEFL Course (168hrs)

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The UK's leading level 5 TEFL course

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What’s included in the combined level 5 TEFL course?

20-hour Weekend Classroom TEFL Course in Edinburgh
148-hour Online TEFL & Grammar Course to further your TEFL training (6 months' access)
Free 30-Hour T op-up Course in Teaching Young Learners, Teaching Business English or Teaching Online & 1:1
198 hours of TEFL training
Level 5 Ofqual (UK government) regulated qualification
Tutor support from EFL professionals
Help with finding TEFL Jobs abroad on completion of the course

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Based in or near Edinburgh and ready for a new career? How does the idea of working in a different country while teaching English as a foreign language sound?

We’ve got all the information you need to get an exciting new career as a TEFL teacher started, with our TEFL course in Edinburgh at The TEFL Academy. With our Combined Level 5 TEFL Course (168 hours), you’ll gain an internationally known qualification. We’ve broken our course down into two parts: online and face-to-face. The classroom part is taught at the Jurys Inn Hotel in Edinburgh over a weekend by a supportive and experienced TEFL trainer, with the total training time being 20 hours. The online part of the course can be completed remotely, with the dedicated assistance of our team from afar.

At the TEFL course in Edinburgh, we’ll teach you important elements of TEFL such as how you can deliver, plan, and develop the content of a lesson. The exciting part is when you’re given the chance to get involved in teaching a class yourself. You’ll leave this weekend with a clear understanding of what TEFL is all about.

The next part, which is completely online, will take you 148 hours to complete. You can spread these hours out as you like over six months. Many of the students prefer to complete them within four to six weeks. What you will be taught online will be more theoretical, with a focus on elements such as grammar and vocabulary.

We are the world's only TEFL course provider that has received official recognition from government regulated awarding bodies both in the US and the U.K. Our course is regulated by Ofqual (UK government) and awarded by Qualifi, a UK government recognised awarding body. Our Level 5 TEFL Course is DEAC-approved as meeting the criteria for Approved Quality Curriculum (AQC) status. The DEAC is a U.S. Department of Education National Accreditor.

So, what do you get at the end of it? You will be granted a Level 5 TEFL Certificate (168 hours) at the end of your course. This is recognised by TEFL schools across the globe. What’s more, this certification is regulated by Ofqual (UK government) and also approved as the same level as the CELTA and Trinity CertTESOL qualifications. It’s all you need to start your TEFL job hunt on our TEFL Jobs Board. We also offer you the opportunity to specialise in your chosen field of teaching English. All enrolments on our level 5 course include a free top-up course in Teaching Young Learners, Teaching Business English or Teaching Online & 1:1. You will be provided with a unique discount code with your booking confirmation email which can be redeemed against your chosen course.

If this sounds like just the career change you’ve always dreamt of, then get started by depositing £50 to enrol in our TEFL course in Edinburgh. Deposits are only accepted for courses more than 2 weeks away, your online course will be available as soon as you have paid the balance in full.

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“The TEFL Academy is accredited by Qualifi, an Ofqual regulated awarding body.”

Weekend course units and timetable

Day 1 (9 a.m. - 7 p.m.)

Course Introduction
Warmers/Icebreakers
Classroom Management
Morning Break
Teaching Absolute Beginners
Foreign Language Lesson
Lesson Planning
Teaching Pronunciation
Break for Lunch
Teaching Vocabulary
Functions and Grammar in Context
Jobs & CVs
Afternoon Break
Teaching Practice Preparation
Teaching Practice

Day 2 (9 a.m. - 7 p.m.)

Teaching Grammar
Teaching Speaking
Morning Break
Teaching Reading
Teaching Writing
Teaching Listening
Break for Lunch
Teaching Practice Preparation
Teaching Practice
Afternoon Break
Feedback
Course Close

“The TEFL Academy is accredited by Qualifi, an Ofqual regulated awarding body.”

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Online Course (Instant access on enrolment)

The online course consists of ten mandatory units. All ten units are exam-assessed and for units 5, 7 and 10 there are also coursework-assessed assignments. You get 6-months access to the course, but some students complete their qualification within 4 - 6 weeks (when studied full time).

Online Course Unit Breakdown

Lesson Planning
Teaching English Vocabulary
Teaching Pronunciation
Understanding English Grammar
Teaching Receptive Skills: Listening and Reading
Teaching Productive Skills: Speaking and Writing
Teaching English Grammar
Principles of Teaching English as a Foreign Language
Materials and Aids for Teaching English/Classroom Management Strategies
Using Resources Effectively when Teaching English as a Foreign Language
Case Study, CV and Cover Letter, Job Sites and Resources

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Course options explained

With so much choice and such a vast amount of conflicting information available on the Internet it can be difficult for potential TEFL course students to make the correct choice. Employers offering the best opportunities with the most competitive packages are now asking for level 5 TEFL qualifications. Our course leads to a Level 5 TEFL Certificate (168 hours), which is regulated by Ofqual (UK government) and DEAC-Approved (US Department of Education National Accreditor).

A regulated level 5 qualification means that Ofqual (UK government), have approved the qualification to be at a recognised level of achievement. Our Level 5 TEFL Certificate (168hrs) is the same level as the following qualifications: a diploma of higher education (DipHE), a foundation degree and the CELTA and Trinity CertTESOL qualifications.

You will see many TEFL courses available that are at levels lower than level 5, although these may be accepted by some recruiters, students wishing to gain access to top employers with the best jobs and working conditions should complete a level 5 TEFL qualification.

All regulated level 5 courses are 150hrs+ in length. We have never seen a single employer ask for more than 168hrs of TEFL training.

Career opportunities

With 1.5 billion people wanting to learn English right now the career opportunities are endless! Once you have completed the course you will be qualified to teach English internationally including in the UK.

You will be qualified to teach:

Children
Young Adults
Adults

In a range of educational settings such as:

Schools
Universities/Colleges
Private English Language Schools
Business/Corporate English
Private One to One Tuition

“The TEFL Academy is accredited by Qualifi, an Ofqual regulated awarding body.”

Georgina Newcombe, TEFL Trainer

Georgina has taught English for over twelve years in the UK, as well as Italy, Mexico, Austria, and various locations around Poland.

The world of TEFL appealed largely due to her low boredom threshold; She enjoys the peripatetic nature of the work, as well as meeting new people on a regular basis. She’s a lifelong horror movie fan and loves a good ghost story. Her advice for prospective EFL teachers is not to panic about the grammar but tackle it piecemeal; research what you'll be teaching before each lesson, and over time it will all come together.

"My advice for prospective EFL teachers is not to panic about the grammar, but tackle it piecemeal."

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The TEFL Academy course is held at:

Jurys Inn Edinburgh Hotel
43 Jeffrey St
Edinburgh
Midlothian
EH1 1DH
United Kingdom

Tel: 01273 806 380
Email: edinburgh@theteflacademy.com

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TEFL Courses in other locations:
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TEFL Courses in Dundee

TEFL Course Information

Based in or near Edinburgh and ready for a new career? How does the idea of working in a different country while teaching English as a foreign language sound?

Course Breakdown

Weekend course units and timetable

Day 1 (9 a.m. - 7 p.m.)

Course Introduction
Warmers/Icebreakers
Classroom Management
Morning Break
Teaching Absolute Beginners
Foreign Language Lesson
Lesson Planning
Teaching Pronunciation
Break for Lunch
Teaching Vocabulary
Functions and Grammar in Context
Jobs & CVs
Afternoon Break
Teaching Practice Preparation
Teaching Practice

Day 2 (9 a.m. - 7 p.m.)

Teaching Grammar
Teaching Speaking
Morning Break
Teaching Reading
Teaching Writing
Teaching Listening
Break for Lunch
Teaching Practice Preparation
Teaching Practice
Afternoon Break
Feedback
Course Close

Online Course (Instant access on enrolment)

Online Course Unit Breakdown

Lesson Planning
Teaching English Vocabulary
Teaching Pronunciation
Understanding English Grammar
Teaching Receptive Skills: Listening and Reading
Teaching Productive Skills: Speaking and Writing
Teaching English Grammar
Principles of Teaching English as a Foreign Language
Materials and Aids for Teaching English/Classroom Management Strategies
Using Resources Effectively when Teaching English as a Foreign Language
Case Study, CV and Cover Letter, Job Sites and Resources

Options & Prospects

Course options explained

All regulated level 5 courses are 150hrs+ in length. We have never seen a single employer ask for more than 168hrs of TEFL training.

Career opportunities

You will be qualified to teach:

Children
Young Adults
Adults

In a range of educational settings such as:

Schools
Universities/Colleges
Private English Language Schools
Business/Corporate English
Private One to One Tuition

Tutor

Georgina Newcombe, TEFL Trainer

Georgina has taught English for over twelve years in the UK, as well as Italy, Mexico, Austria, and various locations around Poland.

"My advice for prospective EFL teachers is not to panic about the grammar, but tackle it piecemeal."

How to find us

The TEFL Academy course is held at:

Jurys Inn Edinburgh Hotel
43 Jeffrey St
Edinburgh
Midlothian
EH1 1DH
United Kingdom

Tel: 01273 806 380
Email: edinburgh@theteflacademy.com

Click here for a map

TEFL Courses in other locations:
TEFL Courses in Glasgow
TEFL Courses in Dundee

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Accreditation FAQ

Is the course accredited?

Our course is regulated by Ofqual (UK government department) and awarded by Qualifi, a UK government recognised awarding body. Our Level 5 TEFL Course is DEAC-approved as meeting the criteria for Approved Quality Curriculum (AQC) status. The DEAC is a U.S. Department of Education National Accreditor.

Who are Qualifi?

The TEFL Academy is fully accredited by Qualifi an Ofqual (The Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation, a UK government department) regulated awarding body. Qualifi have robust quality assurance systems and procedures in place which all course providers must successfully pass in order to be accredited under the scheme.

Potential TEFL course students should remember that their prospective employers are likely to be based outside the UK. This means that accreditation bodies based solely in the UK may not be recognised by employers abroad. This is why The TEFL Academy has chosen Qualifi, as they offer international accreditation for training course providers.

You can find out more about Qualifi on their website: https://qualifi.net

Who are Ofqual?

The Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (Ofqual) regulates qualifications, examinations and assessments in England and vocational qualifications in Northern Ireland.

Ofqual is a non-ministerial UK government department.

You can verify our qualification on the Ofqual Register of Regulated Qualifications here.

Ofqual recognise Awarding Organisations like Qualifi and regulate qualifications like ours. An Ofqual regulated TEFL qualification will be recognised worldwide and is highly respected by employers.

Who are the DEAC?

The Distance Education Accrediting Commission was founded in 1926 and is a U.S. Department of Education National Accreditor. DEAC's goal is to ensure a high standard of educational quality in the distance education institutions it approves by requiring compliance with its published standards, policies and procedures.

Our Level 5 TEFL Course is DEAC-approved as meeting the criteria for Approved Quality Curriculum (AQC) status.

You can find out more about the DEAC on their website: https://www.deac.org/

What is a level 5 qualification?

When you hear about “levels” this refers to the UK government’s framework for qualifications. This framework allows learners studying UK government regulated qualifications to understand where their qualification sits in comparison to other qualifications. A regulated level 5 qualification means that Ofqual (UK government), have approved the qualification to be at a recognised level of achievement. Our Level 5 TEFL Certificate (168hrs) is the same level as the following qualifications: a diploma of higher education (DipHE), a foundation degree and the CELTA and Trinity CertTESOL qualifications.

What does "regulated" mean?

A regulated qualification means that it is officially recognised by government and sits on the Ofqual Register of Regulated Qualifications. You can view our qualification on the Ofqual register here.

Why do other providers offer so many course options and different levels?

The simple answer is, we just don't know! Recruiters offering the best opportunities with the most competitive packages are now asking for level 5 TEFL qualifications. All regulated level 5 courses are 150hrs+ in length. We have never seen a single employer ask for more than 168hrs of TEFL training.

We know that navigating your way through the TEFL web of courses is very confusing. This is why we offer just one course, exactly what you need to get the best jobs around the world!

What benefits does studying a regulated qualification offer learners?

Choosing to study a regulated qualification is your guarantee of quality. Course providers offering regulated qualifications must comply with very tough quality assurance rules and procedures. This ensures that:

The staff delivering and assisting students are suitably qualified
The course provider has the resources to effectively deliver the qualification
The course itself effectively teaches and assesses the qualifications aims
The contents of the course have been written and designed by industry professionals and peer reviewed
The feedback and grades given to learners is fair, moderated and meets modern academic standards
Officially regulated by the UK government, therefore the qualification will be internationally recognised by schools, employers, foreign embassies and governments of most other countries.

How do I know if a qualification is regulated?

Any qualification that is officially recognised by the UK government will sit on the Ofqual Register of Regulated Qualifications. Make sure to ask your course provider to provide a link to the register for their qualification.

You can view our qualification on the Ofqual Register of Regulated Qualifications here.

What's the difference between TEFL and TESOL?

TEFL and TESOL are both acronyms for teaching English to non-native English speakers. Both acronyms can be used to describe qualifications which certify you to teach English as a foreign language. To a large extent, "TEFL" and "TESOL" are used interchangeably.

TEFL - Teaching English as a Foreign Language
TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages

Are cheap TEFL courses on daily deal websites like Groupon and Amazon too good to be true?

Offering a high quality TEFL course that provides students with qualified tutors and leads to a government regulated qualification doesn't come cheap! Course providers selling on daily deal websites must heavily discount their course fees and then split what they make 50/50 with the deal portal such as Groupon, Wowcher & Amazon.

With such small revenues it’s impossible for TEFL course providers selling on daily deal websites to:

Offer on-going support from experienced & qualified tutors
Have fair & moderated marking/grading systems
Develop and continually update quality course content & resources
Offer a course that leads to a government regulated qualification
Offer job support and on-going assistance after course completion

TEFL courses sold on daily deal websites are unregulated, unaccredited, lack academic credibility and will not be respected by employers.

Read our blog 'Are cheap TEFL courses too good to be true?'

Is a level 5 course always a level 5 course?

You may see cheap TEFL courses advertised online that claim to be a “level”, such as “Level 5 140-Hour TEFL Course” (often advertised on daily deal websites), unfortunately these courses are not the level they claim to be and are highly misleading.

The level of a course tells learners where the qualification sits on the UK’s Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF). If a course is not listed on the Register of Regulated Qualifications, then it is not really a level at all. You can find our qualification on the register here.

Make sure you ask any TEFL training provider that claims to be offering a “level” of TEFL course to provide a link to the Register of Regulated Qualifications. If they cannot provide this, then the qualification is not the level they claim it to be and will not be accepted by foreign embassies and employers.

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Marc

Q. How satisfied were you with the classroom element of the course?

A. Our teacher Georgina was an excellent teacher and made the whole classroom element an amazing experience
Q. How satisfied were you with your TEFL Tutor?

A. She is the best teacher I've ever had. Told us everything we needed to know, and created a great atmosphere in the classroom.

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Ben

Q. How satisfied were you with your TEFL Tutor?

A. Georgina was very friendly, I learnt a lot. She describes real life classroom situations she faced which was very helpful.

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Enya

Q. How satisfied were you with the TEFL Tutor?

A. Lindsay was extremely knowledgable and helpful throughout the course. She helped each of us individually and encouraged us all. I found her extremely approachable and engaging.

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Fiona

Q. How satisfied were you with the classroom element of the course?

A. There was nothing uncomfortable about the classroom experience. The learning experience was lively which helped to move it along and to make it enjoyable. The room itself was on the top floor of the building which helped to give us peace and quiet with no passing traffic or disturbances, That also helped because there were no distractions to concentration.
Q. How satisfied were you with the TEFL Tutor?

A. The classroom experience was a very pleasant one. Geraldine, the tutor was excellent in the way she managed the programme and her interaction with us the students.

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Agnes

Q. How satisfied were you with the classroom element of the course?

A. We got all the materials we needed. It was well structured and fun.
Q. How satisfied were you with the TEFL Tutor?

A. Georgina was really great. She knows what she is doing. She is fun and has a great personality. She is helpful and always ready to answer any question that pops up. I enjoyed every second of the weekend class.

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Tilia

Q. How satisfied you were with the classroom element of the course?

A. I gained a lot from the weekend and overall thought it covered what was expected and needed.
Q. How satisfied you were with your TEFL Tutor?

A. The trainer was great, and lovely!

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Megan Casson

Q. How satisfied were you with the classroom element of the course?

A. I thought the course was enjoyable and interesting. It was helpful to have the experience of teaching and ask questions to an experienced teacher. The teacher was excellent at teaching and gave us great feedback.
Q. How satisfied were you with your TEFL tutor?

A. Very knowledgeable about TEFl and experienced. Explained concepts well and great tips on how to teach and what to expect.

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Julie boyd

Q. How satisfied were you with the classroom element of the course?

A. I would rather the face to face element of the course was all hands on. The theory was covered in the online modules.
Q. How satisfied were you with your TEFL Tutor?

A. She taught us in the way we should teach, variety, clear, considered our needs.

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Alma Rodriguez

Q. How satisfied you were with the classroom element of the course?

A. Georgina was a fantastic teacher, she gave us very great and useful tips, advice and feedback after our teaching practices. Our group was very friendly and we quickly created a nice atmosphere but, it was the way we were taught and guided by Georgina what really helped to not only learn lots but to be motivated at all the times (even on Sunday morning with grammar lessons).
Q. How satisfied you were with your TEFL Tutor?

A. Because she was the main reason why the course was nice and easy, lessons were taught clearly and in detail for us to understand how does it feels when you are the one teaching. And, because she was incredibly genuine, friendly and professional at all the times, allowing us to express ourselves freely without being judged or putting pressure over us. -She is just brilliant!

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Marie Elizabeth Macgregor

Q. How satisfied you were with the classroom element of the course?

A. Scary after being out of education for so long but made feel welcome and encouraged in every aspect of the course
Q. How satisfied you were with your TEFL Tutor?

A. She was very friendly and instilled confidence as we progressed through the course making me feel at ease No answer was invalid but mistakes were corrected gently