Why TEFL / TESOL Course

At the very onset it should be made clear that there are no significant difference between TEFL and TESOL certification. The difference lies only in the acronyms and its expansion. The aim of the certifications are same – to enable native English Language speakers to teach English in Non-English speaking countries. So we see that the objectives are the same but as a term ‘TESOL’ is more common in United States and large colleges in Britain and ‘TEFL’ is common in United Kingdom.

You must be wondering what exactly is TEFL or Test of English as Foreign Language?

TESOL or Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages is an international certification that qualifies one to take up an English teaching job anywhere in the world. The TESOL certificate is globally acclaimed and is accepted over a whole range of institutions and organizations.

There are various types of TESOL certifications that is prepared keeping in mind the needs and budgets of different people.

An international certification like TESOL actually catapults you into the big league of English language teachers. A degree and a native level English proficiency is all that you need to teach English abroad but a TEFL/TESOL certification will definitely bring in greater incentives. Moreover it is a wonderful opportunity to mix learning with leisure. Majority of the TESOL courses are administered at various onsite locations which provide an ample opportunity to travel around and also engage in a noble profession like teaching. However if you do not find the time to travel to beautiful places it is better you opt for an online course. There are various types of online TEFL courses like Foundation, Expert, and Advanced, Specialized courses for business and for children/young learners. These courses are affordable and can be completed within a reasonable timeframe. These online courses are a real boon for the busy people who find it difficult to travel to other part of the world to do the course.

The main advantage of TEFL/TESOL courses is that it can be done by anyone. He can be a fresh graduate, an executive who is looking for a career switch or maybe a couple who is just moving abroad. There can also be someone who has just retired or someone who is looking forward to do something meaningful in his free time. As for eligibility is concerned, the English teacher must have good command over the English language including English communication. Obviously this does not mean that an ESL teacher needs to be an authority on grammatical terminology. The TESOL course is a four week intensive course and needs whole hearted attention and dedication. The TESOL course is a boon for people who harbor to travel around the world while teaching English.

A TESOL certificate is good enough to acquire a decent English teaching job at an international location where the ESL jobs are in great demand. Usually a good bachelor’s degree and a TEFL certification will be the key to land up with an ESL job in any part of the globe. However an internationally recognized certificate such as the TEFL does keep you in good stead for a more lucrative offer later on. But you must be wondering why schools in Asia and Europe always opt for English language teachers who have a TESOL or TEFL certification. This is very simple. The possession of such a certificate makes a candidate reliable and eligible for an English teaching job in places like Japan, Taiwan, China, South Korea, Western and Eastern Europe. Europe usually favors candidates with graduate level academic qualifications or those experienced in teaching Business English or teaching English to young learners. September is the key recruiting months with the annual contracts lasting from October to June. Schools are always on the hunt for the TEFL teachers mainly due to the fact that quality is ensured. A TEFL certification is thus a benchmark for quality English teaching.

Special Thailand Project – Phuket

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Special Chiang Mai Project

An International TEFL Certification; a guaranteed short-term ESL Teaching Job in an invigorating setting of a Thai school; a vacation that is filled with riveting cultural experiences – the Special TEFL Thailand Project conducted by American TESOL Institute in Chiang Mai promises to unleash your spree to explore the thrills of Thailand and the world of TEFL teaching. read more

Special Thai-Korean Project

An International TEFL Course in Thailand followed by a guaranteed ESL teaching job in South Korea. A unique opportunity to visit Thailand and South Korea, two hottest tourist’s destinations in Asia while getting an internationally recognized TESOL certification followed by one year guaranteed best English teaching job in Korea. read more

Special Summer Camp Project

The American TESOL Institute’s Special Online TESOL Course project is the perfect program for you. It gives you the opportunity to earn an International Teaching qualification from home and then teach, earn and travel for a just one month in Thailand. American TESOL Institute is one of the most respected online TESOL course providers therefore you can earn a TEFL qualification which will enable you to teach English abroad, anywhere in the world.  read more