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Level 5 Certificate in TEFL(RQF)

Ofqual Regulated/Recognised National Qualification/Tutor Support/Video training

Summary

Price
£169 inc VAT
Or £56.33/mo. for 3 months...
Study method
Online
Course format What's this?
Video
Duration
168 hours · Self-paced
Qualification
Level 5 Certificate in Teaching English as a Foreign Language (RQF)
Regulated qualification What's this?
Additional info
  • Exam(s) / assessment(s) is included in price
  • Tutor is available to students

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Overview

The OFQUAL Regulated Certificate in TEFL is at LEVEL 5 and is a flexible alternative to CELTA or Trinity College London Cert TESOL courses but enables you to study at your own pace and at times which suit you.

This course is regulated by Ofqual (The Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation) this means that the UK government has approved the qualification, considering it equivalent to the following: a diploma of higher education (DipHE), a foundation degree, 2 years at university and the CELTA and Trinity CertTESOL qualifications.

Benefits:

168 hour UK government accredited online training

Tutor Presentations (Videos)

Personal tutor support via Skype and WhatsApp

Internationally recognized certificate

Downloadable TEFL course book

Letter of reference

Friendly job hunting advice

70+ page Grammar Book

Flexible study schedule

Lesson planning Book

Qualification

Level 5 Certificate in Teaching English as a Foreign Language (RQF)

Regulated by Ofqual

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Description

The 168 hour Focus Awards Level 5 Certificate in Teaching English as a Foreign Language (RQF) for those who wish to teach English to those who speak other languages. The qualification aims to develop knowledge and skills in a specialist area of teaching, allowing learners to teach English as a foreign language.

What will you learn?

? Teach the four key areas of language acquisition: reading, speaking, writing, pronunciation

? Plan and deliver effective lessons that meet student and class learning objectives

? Understand the nuances of teaching English to non-native speakers

? Grasp English grammar terminology and know how to teach it to students of all levels

? Manage classroom and student behaviour effectively in school and business settings

? Find and create effective learning materials, text-based and digital to target language use

? Plan and deliver fun and engaging lessons to young learners

? Grow in confidence as a new teacher to be able to enter your first class either online or abroad

? Search and find the best jobs, online and abroad with the top pick of the jobs

Content

1.Principles of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages

2.Understanding English Grammar

3. Teaching English Grammar

4.Teaching English Vocabulary

5.Teaching Productive Skills

6. Teaching Receptive Skills

7. Materials and Aids for Teaching English Teaching

8.Pronunciation of English

9. Lesson Planning for Teaching English

10.Teaching English to Young Learners

11.Using Resources Effectively When Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages

Procedure

You are assigned a personal tutor as soon as you enrol, who will give you help and guidance through the course as well as mark your assignments and give you personal feedback.

Qualification

This Course leads to an OFQUAL Regulated Focus Awards Level 5 Certificate in TEFL for successful learners.

Qualification Number 603/4150/6 on the OFQUAL Register

Who is this course for?

The qualifications have been made available to all without any artificial barriers that deny the access and progression.

Requirements

You just need to be over 18 and be fluent in English

Career path

English Language Teacher

Teaching Assistant

Teaching Adults

Teaching Young Learners

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Dalia asked:

how many assessments are there? are they essays? how long is the course/

Answer:

There are 11 unit and each unit has between 2 to 5 tasks. Some tasks are lesson plans to be designed and the other are open-ended questions.

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Noreen asked:

How will the teaching practise part be assessed? Through a physical or online classroom? Are there options?

Answer:

Online classroom

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Noreen asked:

can the syllabus be previewed beforehand?

Answer:

1.Principles of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages 2.Understanding English Grammar 3. Teaching English Grammar 4.Teaching English Vocabulary 5.Teaching Productive Skills 6. Teaching Receptive Skills 7. Materials and Aids for Teaching EnglishTeaching 8.Pronunciation of English 9. Lesson Planning for Teaching English 10.Teaching English to Young Learners 11.Using Resources Effectively When Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages

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shahin asked:

how much teaching practice do you need to pass the course

Answer:

5 hours

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Issa KIYINGI asked:

Hey? Can the certificate be equivalent to the Standalone qualification, to add a subject taught to the prior ones? Can one apply for an MA.TESOL/QTLs?

Answer:

Hello Isaa, this course is regulated at level 5 and can cover the first 2 years of bachelor degree. You can not apply for QTLS.

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Catherine asked:

What format does the exam take as I have melt downs with most exams

Answer:

There is no exam, you just complete some assignments.

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Dalia asked:

how long does it take to complete the course?

Answer:

It is a self-paced course and you have one year to complete it but most students complete it within 2 to 3 weeks.

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Jayne asked:

Can this be paid in instalments?

Answer:

Yes it can be paid in 3 installments

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Ilana asked:

Will I receive a course book ?

Answer:

Yes a full learning package including PDFs, PPTs, training clips and assignments.

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Ilana asked:

How long do I have to complete the course and can I do it from Italy? Thank you

Answer:

Dear liana, the course is self-paced and you can do it in 3 weeks. Yes you can enroll for the course if you are from Italy.

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Gina asked:

Do you need a degree in order to take the course

Answer:

No, you only need to be over 18 years old and be fluent in English

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Noreen asked:

Will I be able to apply for an MA/QTS in Teaching English as a Foreign Language upon completion ?

Answer:

Yes you will be able to transfer the credits

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BERNA asked:

Is it 29 credits? Is the certificate a hard copy or hard copy&pdf together? Is the TQUK certification fee included in the price? Thanks

Answer:

No 36 credits. PDF and hard copy together. It is regulated by Focus Awards.

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Noreen asked:

On the British Council website, accepted accredited courses should entail at least 6 hours of assessed teaching practise, whereas you say you offer 5?

Answer:

Our course includes 6 hours of teaching practice

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Noreen asked:

Although this course is online and self paced, it does not specify how long students have to complete e.g ; 6 months, 1 year?

Answer:

One year

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Pavandeep Kaur asked:

Could you please confirm if this course is classed as a trade certificate?

Answer:

Yes

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Teresa asked:

On successful completion is a TEFL certificate issued that states the level, regulating body and hours?

Answer:

Yes, the the level, Awarding Body, number of hours, and units completed are mentioned. The certificate bears Ofqual and CEA logo that shows it is regulated by Ofqual.

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Sean asked:

do you have the option to retake the exam if you don't succeed the first time round?

Answer:

Yes. The tutor will help you to complete all the assignments successfully

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Kinga asked:

Hello , i see that the cost of the course is £12, and the certificate around £300. Are there any other payments required or is this the whole cost ?

Answer:

Hi Kinga, There will be no other costs.

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Ian asked:

Does this courses provide a digital certificate before someone would decide whether they wanted to pay for the physical copy of the certificate?

Answer:

Yes, you got it.

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Fredrick asked:

How can I purchase this Course

Answer:

Dear Fredrick, There is add to car button, you can click on it and purchase the course.

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Fredrick Jailos asked:

How can Someone from another country buy this course for me

Answer:

Hello Fredrick, They can fill out the buyer's form and use your details as student.

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Julia Petherick asked:

If there are no live sessions, does your tutor just mark your work and contact you via e mail with feedback?

Answer:

Yes via email or on the learning platform

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Julia Petherick asked:

1) Is there any peer teaching or is it just one to one with a tutor. 2) Do I have to buy any books to support this course for the research part?

Answer:

This option is without live sessions so there is no live sessions with a tutor. If you are interested in live sessions option, please contact us.

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Sophie asked:

Will this level 5 course be sufficient to provide online tutor lessons for students overseas?

Answer:

Hello Sophie, You can teach in the UK and abroad online and face to face to both young learners and adults with Level 5 TEFL qualification.

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Ayoub asked:

How I study this course is it self paced or in a classroom ?? Because I don’t live I in europe I can study only online And how much full price ?

Answer:

The course is self-paced and it is fully online. The fee is 160£.

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maddie asked:

Hi, how long do you take to mark and return assignments/coursework?

Answer:

Hi Maddie, your assignments will be marked at most in 48 hours. You can finish your course in 6 weeks or less depending on how much time you spend daily.

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Thomas asked:

Are the two years of prior teaching experience necessary?

Answer:

There is no prerequisite for this and it is designed for those who are new to teaching.

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SOPHIA asked:

does this These courses are well-suited for teaching in both Japan and Spain and meet the standards for international teaching?

Answer:

This course is Ofqual regulated so it recognised both in the UK and internationally.

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Kinga asked:

Is the certification cost paid at the end of the course or at the beginning? Many thanks.

Answer:

After completing the course.

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Kinga asked:

Can you please explain the cost of the assesments? It is stated that the exam and assessments are not included in the price. Thank you

Answer:

Hi, A fee of 308 GBP should be paid for certification.

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Younes asked:

Do you send hard copy certificates for this course?

Answer:

Certificates are issued digitally and they can be verified on the website by the QR code.

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Viktoriia asked:

So I can buy course for £12 and then I will pay £308 to get the certificate, rand that is all, right?

Answer:

Yes, that's right.

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Viktoriia asked:

How much do I need to pay for exams and assessments, as I have read that they are not included in price?

Answer:

308£

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Viktoriia asked:

Hi, I am interested in this course, can you tell me more about the price, and any additional fees that I will need to pay?

Answer:

Hello Viktoriia, There will be 308£ payment later for certification. Kind Regards

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Joy asked:

Can this qualification be used alongside the Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training in order to gain QTLS

Answer:

Hello Joy, Thank you for your interest in WCL courses. Level 5 Dip in Education and Training makes eligible for the QTLS but not Level 5 TEFL. Level 5 TEFL is appropriate if you are going to teach English in the UK and abroad.

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Fredrick Jailos asked:

I am from Africa do I have the opportunity to purchase this course and how can I purchase it please.

Answer:

Hello, This course is available to international learners as well so you cab purchase the course on the reed website . Please let us know if you face any problem.

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Fredrick Jailos asked:

How can I purchase this course

Answer:

Hello Fredrick, You can purchase the course on the course page.

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Lainey asked:

Can you do this online course from another country??

Answer:

Hello Lainey, Yes, you can do this course if you are abroad.

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Alyona asked:

Will we have online lessons or we have to do this course by ourselves?

Answer:

Both options are available

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Reegan asked:

Can international students apply for the installment payment plan (2 payments, 1 month)?

Answer:

Installments with Reed are only for UK residents.

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Katherine asked:

What is the deadline for completing the course? It's online/self paced, however, do I have to finish the course in 1 year to pass?

Answer:

Hello Katherine, It is self-paced paced and you have one year to complete the course.

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Georgia Gaida asked:

Is the final examination online?

Answer:

It is fully online and there is no final exam. You just need to do the assignments for each unit.

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Georgia Gaida asked:

Is this course suitable for teaching English in Kindergarten and Primary School or does it focus primary on English for adults?

Answer:

It is suitable both for teaching adults and kids

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Julia Petherick asked:

Is the teaching practise a live session with real life students and your tutor present? If not how do you observe and assess the teaching practice?

Answer:

It can be this option as well as you recording your teaching and send it to us

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Julia Petherick asked:

If I am in receipt of jobseekers allowance or universal credit do I have to pay for the course?

Answer:

Hello Julia, Unfortunately we don't accept funded learners.

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Julia asked:

You say the teaching practise is assessed by an online classroom do you provide tbis online classroom with live students. How does this work?

Answer:

Hello Julia, Yes will provide you with the students.

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Julia Petherick asked:

You say that on this course you can volunteer in a school to do the teaching practice. Do you come out to the school to observe my 5 hours practice?

Answer:

You can send us the recorded video

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Julia Petherick asked:

Is it worth taking this course if you are not currently a teacher and so therefore have no live classes to observe?

Answer:

It is worth taking as you will need it when you are going to start teaching

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Julia Petherick asked:

You said you don't provide "live" classes. If so how can you assess the teaching practice element which you said is 5 hours of teaching?

Answer:

You can do voluntary teaching at a school

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Julia Petherick asked:

are you observed teaching by your tutor in an online class. How many students are there and is it a "live" class?

Answer:

We don't provide you with live classes.

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Julia Petherick asked:

You say there is 6 hours of teaching practice. How is this achieved and do you have to pay extra for this. Do you have a proper class with students

Answer:

There is no extra fee. Someone in your school who is qualified can observe you or if there is no one we can do the observations for you and you should send us a video if you teaching.

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Julia Petherick asked:

Do I have to buy any books or are the ones provided sufficient for research and the theory element.

Answer:

No need to buy any book

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Julia Petherick asked:

F How many lessons are you assessed on and is it done via zoom with real live students? Does only your tutor assess you for the practice element.

Answer:

There are 11 units and you will be assessed on each unit. It is a distance learning course and if you need live sessions you should pay extra fee.

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Julia Petherick asked:

. Are you studying individually one to one and assessed by the tutor or are you in groups with other students Do you use zoom for practice.

Answer:

Hi Julia, This course is individually but you can pay extra for zoom sessions after enrolling.

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Sara asked:

With this qualification can I teach inschools i.e primary, secondary? Will I have teacher status? Can I use this certificate to complete a FL degree

Answer:

Dear Sara, You can teach in Primary and Secondary schools with this qualification but if you are going to apply for QTLS you have to enroll for Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training. You can study this Level 5 Diploma with us. Kind Regards

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amanda asked:

Hi.. Is this à regognised qualification?Thankyou

Answer:

Hello Amanda, This is a regulated qualification by Ofqual so it is recognised. Kind regards

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Ugochi asked:

How much can I pay every month until I complete the course?

Answer:

Hello Ugochi, You can pay in 3 months, each month 53£

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Jenny asked:

Is this course suitable for non native English speakers? I live in the UK since 2006, my level is C1+. Do you consider this level as fluent English?

Answer:

Hello Jenny, You can enroll for this course and you meet entry requirements.

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Prisca asked:

Are there some learning materials to be purchased?

Answer:

Hi Prisca. No, PDFs, PPTs, video clips and assessment are all included in the price.

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Will you send the course book abroad? Is there any additional fee for postage?

Answer:

You can download them in your account after purchasing the course.

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Ilana asked:

Can I buy this course from Italy

Answer:

Yes, you can.

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Gina asked:

Do I have to undertake teaching practice or is the course essay based

Answer:

The course is essay based

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Noreen asked:

What is the length of each (8 video) presentations?

Answer:

Between 45 min to 90 min, each topic is different.

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Noreen asked:

How many tutor presentation videos will there be?

Answer:

8 presentations

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May asked:

Is there any additional fee?

Answer:

No

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Noreen asked:

With the CELTA course, the tutor will actually show you ‘how’ to teach in a physical setting. Being online how do you compensate?

Answer:

There some video clips

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Noreen Akhtar asked:

Does this course entail any teaching practise?

Answer:

Yes

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Westminster College London

Westminster College London's role is to help each teacher come into confident possession of his/her innate talents, improve the skills needed for success in Teaching English as a Foreign Language, and establish values that will allow him/her to act with thoughtfulness. 
Westminster College London (WCL) was established in 2017 and provided TEFL courses just in the UK. WCL expanded the TEFL courses in Europe, Middle East, Asia, America, and Africa and now has more than 40 centers across the globe. Students can benefit from the online TEFL and classroom based courses which are unique in design.
WCL is a Focus Awards approved centre entitled to offer its Ofqual Regulated Qualifications which are internationally recognised. WCL non-regulated courses are accredited by the CPD Group, accreditation with the CPD Group provides an assurance that we have satisfied a set of academic, ethical and operational standards.

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