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120 Hour Accredited Online TEFL Certification Course
International Open Academy

CPD UK, IAPCC & ICOES Accreditation | 120 CPD Points | FREE Retake Exam | FREE 1-month access to 300+ courses

Summary

Price
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£19 inc VAT (was £119)
Offer ends 15 May 2026
Study method
Online
Duration
120 hours · Self-paced
Access to content
60 days
Qualification
No formal qualification
CPD
120 CPD hours / points
Certificates
  • Proof of Completion - Free
Assessment details
  • TEFL / TESOL Exams (included in price)

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Overview

Become a Certified English Teacher and Teach Anywhere in the World

Get internationally qualified to teach English with this 120 Hour CPD-Accredited Online TEFL / TESOL Certification Course from International Open Academy, trusted by over 1 million learners worldwide.

This flexible, fully online TEFL/TESOL course is the fastest and most affordable way to earn your certificate and start teaching English, either online or abroad.

Whether you're looking to travel the world, work remotely, or tutor students in your own country, this certification is your passport to an exciting new career in education.

Course Highlights:

  • 120 hours of expert-designed TEFL/TESOL training
  • CPD-accredited and internationally recognized

  • 100% online with mobile and desktop access

  • Study at your own pace – 60 days access included

FREE BONUS PACK (1-month membership):
Access our full course library, including our Teaching Collection at no extra cost:

  • 150-Hour Advanced TEFL Certificate

  • Teaching English Online

  • Classroom Management

  • AI Resources for Teaching

  • Teaching Professional English

  • Teaching Young Learners

  • ELE – Spanish Language Teaching

Perfect for new and experienced teachers wanting to level up fast.

Career Opportunities After Certification:

  • Teach English online from home

  • Work in language schools or summer camps abroad

  • Tutor international students in your own country

  • Offer private lessons to individuals or businesses

  • Combine teaching with travel as a digital nomad or au pair

What You’ll Learn:

  • Core ESL teaching methods and lesson planning

  • Grammar and vocabulary instruction

  • Classroom management strategies

  • Student engagement techniques

  • Tools for teaching English online

Join thousands of successful teachers who started their journey with IOA. Enroll today and take the first step toward your TEFL career!

Certificates

Assessment details

TEFL / TESOL Exams

Included in course price

CPD

120 CPD hours / points
Accredited by The CPD Certification Service

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Description

Get your TEFL certification online and start teaching English at home, abroad, or online. This accredited 120-hour TEFL/TESOL course is ideal for anyone who wants to teach English to non-native speakers.

Learn essential TEFL and TESOL teaching methods, English grammar, lesson planning, and classroommanagement. The course also covers how to apply for TEFL jobs, succeed in interviews, and adapt to new cultures.

Assessments are built into each module with short multiple-choice exams andinstant results. There are no extra fees, and you can study at your own pace from any device.

Start your TEFL/TESOL career today with this flexible, fully online course. Perfect for teaching English while traveling or working remotely.

120 Hour TESOL/TEFL Course Syllabus

Module 1: Teaching and learning

  • Motivation
  • Understanding cultural backgrounds
  • The importance of first language
  • Getting started

Module 2: Linguistics

  • Phonology
  • Lexicology
  • Morphology
  • Syntax
  • Phonetics
  • Semantics

Module 3: Reading

  • Developing reading skills
  • Auditory and visual discrimination
  • Forming associations
  • Decoding
  • Reading for purpose

Module 4: Writing

  • Sentence structure
  • Grammar
  • Creating new knowledge
  • Informative and explanatory writing
  • Persuasive writing

Module 5: Speaking

  • Sounding out words
  • Reading out loud
  • Responding to questions
  • Presenting new ideas

Module 6: Listening

  • Decoding sounds
  • Repeating what you hear or transcribing
  • Paraphrasing what you hear
  • Conversational English
  • Using what you hear to present new ideas

Module 7: Pedagogy

  • Understanding motivation
  • Exposition
  • Know where you’re going
  • Constructive criticism
  • Modelling

Module 8: Lesson planning

  • Standards and objectives
  • Following a curriculum
  • Varying instruction
  • Teaching strategies
  • Meaningful assessments

Module 9: Classroom management

  • Setting expectations
  • Respect
  • Accountability
  • Choosing your battles
  • Unique strategies

Module 10: Getting a TEFL job

  • What do you need?
  • Building a resume
  • Possible TEFL destinations
  • Interview techniques: What are they looking for?
  • Preparing to join a different culture

Who is this course for?

This TEFL/TESOL certification course is ideal for:

  • Aspiring English teachers who want to teach abroad, online, or in their local communities

  • Travelers and digital nomads seeking flexible ways to earn while exploring the world

  • University students or recent graduates looking for rewarding working holidays or gap year experiences

  • Au pairs, nannies, and childminders who want to offer English teaching as an added service

  • Qualified teachers who want to refresh their skills or explore new teaching methods and lesson plans

  • Volunteers and NGO workers teaching English in under-resourced areas

  • Language enthusiasts interested in linguistics, grammar, and the mechanics of English

  • Anyone looking for a career change or remote job in online education

Whether you're starting from scratch or want to upgrade your teaching skills, this flexible and accredited course will equip you with the tools to succeed in the classroom or online.

Requirements

This TEFL/TESOL course is open to all, with no formal entry requirements.

Career path

  • Teach in language schools around the world

  • Work as an online English teacher for global platforms or set up your own tutoring business

  • Tutor international students or offer support to immigrants and refugees

  • Combine teaching with travel by working as an au pair, volunteer, or cultural exchange participant

  • Offer private one-on-one lessons tailored to students’ goals

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