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Date: 21 Sep - 22 Sep
Location: Los Angeles, Courtyard Los Angeles Westside
Availability: Fully booked
Price:$820
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Date: 07 Dec - 08 Dec
Location: Los Angeles, Courtyard Los Angeles Westside
Availability: Filling Up
Price:$820
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Combined Level 5 TEFL Course (168hrs)

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What our combined level 5 TEFL course includes:

20-hour Weekend Classroom TEFL Course in Los Angeles
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 DEAC (U.S. Department of Education recognized body) approved qualification
Tutor support from EFL professionals
Help with finding TEFL Jobs abroad on completion of the course

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*Book 2 places at the same time and get $80 off - offer is only valid on the combined course, not the online-only option.

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If great pay and an opportunity to live in another country sounds appealing, then consider teaching English as a foreign language!

At The TEFL Academy in Los Angeles, we offer a Combined Level 5 TEFL Course (168 hours). The first part of the course only requires one weekend of your time. In 20 hours, you will be taught all the ins and outs of teaching English as a foreign language from our highly qualified TEFL professionals at the Courtyard Los Angeles Westside. The rest of the TEFL course can be completed online, where our team of experts can help guide you in any way necessary.

In the classroom course in Los Angeles, you will learn how to put together a complete lesson plan as well as how to teach it to your students. Having the opportunity to teach will help you prepare for teaching English as a foreign language.

You can decide how long you would like to spend studying the required 148 hours. You might need six months or you might need six weeks—most of our students complete the course within four to six weeks. When taking the online course, you will learn how to teach vocabulary and grammar lessons.

Once you have been given your grades, you can show off your certificate proudly! The qualification is an internationally recognized Level 5 TEFL certificate (168 hours) which is DEAC-approved as meeting the criteria for Approved Quality Curriculum (AQC) status. The DEAC is a U.S. Department of Education National Accreditor. Our course is regulated by Ofqual (UK government department) and awarded by Qualifi, a UK government recognized awarding body. Once you have received your grade, visit our TEFL Jobs Board, where you can begin your search for teaching English as a foreign language abroad immediately. We also offer you the opportunity to specialize in your chosen field of teaching English. All enrollments 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 making a good living and seeing the world sounds exciting, then don’t hesitate, enroll today! For an $80 deposit, you can claim a spot on one of our TEFL courses in Los Angeles. 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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“Our course has been approved by the DEAC, a U.S. Department of Education recognized 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

“Our course has been approved by the DEAC, a U.S. Department of Education recognized awarding body.”

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Online Course (Instant access on enrollment)

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.

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

“Our course has been approved by the DEAC, a U.S. Department of Education recognized awarding body.”

Angie White, TEFL Trainer

Yuri (Angie) White currently serves as the Assistant Director of Studies at EC Language Centre; Los Angeles. As the ADOS, she has implemented a reflective observation model which promotes professional development and reflective teaching.

In addition, Angie mentors teachers in areas of lesson planning, materials development and how to teach writing. Prior to her current role, Angie spent 9 years in South Korea as an English teacher, curriculum developer, and teacher trainer focusing on methods for teaching writing. Angie loves being a TEFL trainer because she remembers what it was like taking the first step towards a career in EFL. She enjoys teaching EFL methodology and sharing her experiences teaching overseas with her students. Angie has presented at numerous conferences and delivered many workshops and presentations focusing on writing and various EFL topics.

"I love being a TEFL trainer because I remember what it was like taking the first step towards a career in EFL"

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The TEFL Academy course is held at:

Courtyard Marriott Los Angeles Westside,
California 90230
6333 Bristol Parkway Culver City
California
90230
USA

Tel: +1 347 434 9694
Email: losangeles@theteflacademy.com

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TEFL Course Information

If great pay and an opportunity to live in another country sounds appealing, then consider teaching English as a foreign language!

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 enrollment)

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

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.

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

Angie White, TEFL Trainer

Yuri (Angie) White currently serves as the Assistant Director of Studies at EC Language Centre; Los Angeles. As the ADOS, she has implemented a reflective observation model which promotes professional development and reflective teaching.

"I love being a TEFL trainer because I remember what it was like taking the first step towards a career in EFL"

How to find us

The TEFL Academy course is held at:

Courtyard Marriott Los Angeles Westside,
California 90230
6333 Bristol Parkway Culver City
California
90230
USA

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Email: losangeles@theteflacademy.com

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TEFL Courses in other locations:
TEFL Courses in San Diego
TEFL Courses in San Francisco

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Accreditation FAQ

Is the course accredited?

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. Our course is regulated by Ofqual (UK government department) and awarded by Qualifi, a UK government recognised awarding body.

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/

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 USA. This means that accreditation bodies based solely in the USA may not be recognized 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 recognize Awarding Organisations like Qualifi and regulate qualifications like ours. An Ofqual regulated TEFL qualification will be recognized worldwide and is highly respected by employers.

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 recognized 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 recognized 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 recognized 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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Crystal

Q. How satisfied were you with your TEFL Tutor?

A. The course instructor was very knowledgeable and did a great job with teaching the information.

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Ian

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

A. It was an extremely informative session that was led by a very experienced, knowledgeable and friendly instructor in Angie White. Every element of the course was extremely practical and useful and gave me priceless insight into how to properly plan my teaching lessons. The activities also reminded me to be mindful and conscientious of the experience that students may feel while learning a foreign language.
Q. How satisfied were you with the TEFL Tutor?

A. Angie White is an impeccable tutor and instructor. Her methodologies effortlessly demonstrated how to be a successful instructor. She was friendly, patient, understanding and extremely communicative. At no point did I feel overwhelmed by the material.

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Steven Tinsley

Q. On a scale of 1-10, 1 being extremely un-satisfied and 10 being extremely satisfied, please rate how satisfied you were with the classroom element of the course?

A. 9 Allison was an amazing teacher and she did a great job answering questions and helping us become more confident in our teaching skills/technique.
Q. On a scale of 1-10, 1 being extremely un-satisfied and 10 being extremely satisfied, please rate how satisfied you were with your TEFL Tutor

A. 10 She was a lot of help and was able to answer all my questions and concerns.

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Raymond Chang

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

A. Angie White was an AMAZING instructor and so helpful. Everything made sense, everything was reinforced creatively and her insight and experience brought a lot! Awesome time!
Q. How satisfied were you with your TEFL tutor?

A. She was just amazing. 9+ years of experiences teaching EFL. She gave great examples, great interaction, and super helpful. Very positive attitude and encouraging. She really allows you to empathise with the struggle of a student learning a foreign language.

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Ashwathi Shivkumar

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

A. The course material was great. I thought it was spaced out pretty well over the 2 days. The class setup was conducive.
Q. How satisfied were you with your TEFL tutor?

A. Allison, the instructor was great. I felt safe and comfortable in her class. It was a good learning experience.

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Agnes Masters

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

A. The teacher made everything very interesting. he had a lot to cover in a short space of time, but I feel that he achieved that. He worked at exactly the right pace i think. There was a lot of info to take in but he did this in an interesting & also fun way. His activities reinforced our learning, ensuring that we understood everything. When we made mistakes, he focused on positives when giving feedback so motivating us & making us feel positive & not despondent. he is clearly an excellent teacher & also has a great personality which makes me want to listen to him more. I had no idea what to expect & attended with an open mind but came away feeling that there was till a lot to learn but totally satisfied that i had been given a good grounding.
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A. This could have potentially been a very tedious & boring course but Dan's teaching methods his humour & personality made the whole 2 days enjoyable & surprisingly the time passed quickly.

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Anna Jakab

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

A. The course was very well structured. The teacher managed to create a friendly atmosphere, and we covered many topics. Everyone could participate, and we were involved in many different activities. Although the course was demanding at certain stages, on the whole, it was entertaining, too. The teacher's style and time management were excellent.
Q. How satisfied you were with your TEFL Tutor?

A. He built up the activities very wisely, using many different types of tasks. He could gently involve everyone in discussions. He is very experienced and knowledgeable, too. His feedback after the presentations and personal comments were helpful and encouraging.

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Danielle Rae

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

A. Although it was a lot of information in 2 days the information was invaluable. I was able to understand how the students feel learning a second language and that will help me when actually teaching a class and doing lesson plans. Also the teacher, John, was very helpful and explained things clearly.
Q. How satisfied were you with your TEFL Tutor?

A. Was very helpful, friendly, and informative. He answered questions with his experience which really put it into perspective on how to deal with different types of students

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