There are lots of companies around the world offering TEFL courses but with so much choice it can be hard to know which course to take and which company to book with.
To help, we have put together a guide to top rated reputable international companies offering accredited TEFL certification courses.
How to Choose the Right TEFL Course/Company
It can be difficult to know which TEFL course to take and it is very important you research all before booking. Firstly, you need to decide whether you want to study online, or take a classroom course. Some companies offer online courses, others classroom, and some worldwide companies offer both.
Some companies all offer paid internships or a guaranteed job on completion of a course. Most reputable companies offer lifetime assistance/support which can be of great benefit when embarking on a new adventure teaching overseas.
The TEFL companies we have listed below have been in the industry for years and offer reputable accredited courses. These companies are highly recommended if you are thinking about getting TEFL qualified and teaching English overseas for the first time.
Click on the company logo or name for more information. Please note prices can be subject to change due to course updates/special offers.
Best TEFL Companies Offering Classroom / Online Courses Worldwide
International TEFL & TESOL Training
- Company Founded: 1993
- Courses Available: Online + Classroom
International TEFL & TESOL Training (ITTT) offer internationally accredited TEFL courses including online, in-class and combined TEFL courses which are internationally accredited. Over 100,000 people have trained with ITTT and you can choose from classroom courses in over 30 worldwide locations.
ITTT offer highly rated online certifications or you can book a classroom course in Argentina, Australia, China, Cambodia, Colombia, Costa Rica, Czech Republic, Ecuador, Egypt, England, UK, France, Germany, Greece, Guatemala, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Nepal, Peru, Philippines, Russia, Singapore, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Thailand, USA & Vietnam.
Premier TEFL
- Company Founded: 1993
- Courses Available: Online + Classroom
Premier TEFL offer a wide range of fully accredited online courses which have been written by real teaching professionals to meet international TEFL standards. Expansive, educational and extremely engaging, Premier TEFL courses provide you with all the training you need to confidently teach English abroad. They ensure your lifelong certification makes you stand out in the global job market and qualifies you for the most rewarding, highly paid TEFL jobs out there.
Asia
SEE TEFL
- Company Founded: 2007
- Courses Available: Classroom
Get qualified to teach English by taking a TEFL course in beautiful Thailand with SEE TEFL. They have trained over 1000 teachers at their training centre in beautiful Chiang Mai in northern Thailand. SEE TEFL also offer paid internships and job placements on completion of a course.
Central America
Costa Rica TEFL
Keen to earn your TEFL certification in paradise! Get certified to teach English abroad with a 160 hour internationally accredited TESOL/TEFL certificate in beautiful Costa Rica.
Costa Rica TEFL has highly qualified, enthusiastic instructors who have taught English in Costa Rica and around the globe. They GUARANTEE that once you have completed a course you will be fully prepared to teach ELL successfully in any classroom environment.
How Did We Choose the Companies on Our List:
- Reputation
- Staff and interaction
- Feedback we have recieved on our website and from social media pages
- Number of students trained
- Cost and affordability
- Choice of courses
- Reviews
Location, Cost & Requirements
The companies we have listed offer courses with prices in GBP & USD. Most TEFL companies are based in the UK / USA but there are some in other worldwide locations too.
Don't worry if you aren't from the UK or USA as most nationalities are eligible to buy a course no matter where you live. For most courses you also do not need to be a native English speaker but you will need a good understading of the English language.
Recommend a TEFL Company
If you would like to recommend a company who is not listed here and you think should be please get in touch. Or if you have ever taken an online TEFL course and would you like to review a course/company or share your experience contact us today!
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