"The Accredited Distance Learning TEFL Course For The Independent Traveller"

Would it be fair to say that you want to take the distance learning TEFL course that lets you choose between the best TEFL jobs, AND teaches you how to add real value to the lives of your students?

When searching for a distance learning TEFL course, you really want to make the right decision. You want to make sure your investment of time and money is worth it.

Get The Best Possible Start To Your English Teaching Career

A TESOL course is an investment of your time and money so you probably want to make sure that your investment is a good one. 

This is why choosing the right course for you is so important.  The old saying of “Buy cheap, but twice” most definitely applies here.

Without doubt, there is no replacement for observed teaching practice on real language students to prepare you for the teaching environment.

Traditionally, the only way you could gain this real life experience was by attending a 4 week course, typically accredited by either Cambridge/RSA or Trinity College. 

These courses are a great introduction to the TEFL world, but not always convenient or accessible.

You may not be able to take 4 weeks off from work or family commitments, or you may simply prefer to work at your own pace, in your own time. 

So, what are your options?

You could take a short online or weekend TEFL course.  However, there are two reasons we would advise against this. 

Firstly, although the short time it takes to complete this type of course (usually around 20 hours) may seem appealing, the fact is that you cannot possible cover what you need to know with a short online or weekend TEFL course. 

Secondly, reputable employers around the world require teachers to have passed a TESOL course that was at least 100 hours in length. 

Even employers in countries where you previously did not require certification are asking for 100 hour + certificates in exchange for better working conditions.  South Korea is a good example of this. 

If you do choose to take a short TEFL course you will have less choice in TEFL job opportunities and have less power when negotiating good working conditions.

To be frank, any school that hires you following a short TEFL course would probably have hired you with no certificate at all. 

You may have picked up some good tips during the weekend or online TEFL course, but the qualification you receive has no real value.

Since it's beginnings in 1993, INTESOL has proudly been a pioneer in flexible TESOL training. 

INTESOL was the first TESOL training provider to offers it’s students the fantastic opportunity to combine supported distance learning with one week of observed and assessed teaching practice. 

Since those early days INTESOL has grown to offer teaching practice at a number of English language schools in the UK and abroad. 

* Teaching practice is optional and not a prerequisite to gaining your accredited TESOL certificate.

Why Study With INTESOL?

1. INTESOL is proud to bring you qualifications that have been accredited as being at NQF Levels 4 & 5 by OCNW, a National Awarding Body, which is recognised worldwide!  This means that your qualification is respected by employers worldwide giving you the best opportunities and working conditions.
2. INTESOL gives you the option to achieve 6 hours of observed and assessed teaching practice, as per British Council guidelines.  Teaching practice on real language students builds your confidence in the classroom.
3. INTESOL is a global company with branches in the UK, Spain, Greece, Turkey, Italy, Singapore, Peru, Costa Rica and South Africa.  You have access to a wide network of associated language schools and recruitment contacts when finding a TEFL job.
4. The 15 years of solid history and continued growth of INTESOL as a training provider means that your certificate will always hold its value.
5. INTESOL gives you the opportunity to gain advanced qualifications in English for specific purposes, English for young learners and a Diploma level qualification for students wishing to access high level jobs within the TEFL industry (i.e. Director of Studies in a language school).
6. Employers proactively seek to employ INTESOL graduates every month.
7. You can study from anywhere in the world.

You Could Have The TEFL Qualification That Schools Actively Seek

Every month Language School Directors from all over the world purchase our online/distance learning TEFL courses for their staff. A fact that makes us proud.

We're proud because it means that when you're an INTESOL graduate, you have a prestigious qualification that schools don't just recognise, they actually seek it out.

As a course provider, we're only as good as the teachers we've trained. We're very lucky to have some fantastic teachers out there, to whom we owe our reputation.

"You Get Access To A Network Of TEFL Employers Worldwide That Hire INTESOL TEFL Course Graduates Every Month"

As an INTESOL student you could have access to numerous connections we've built with reputable TEFL schools worldwide. Schools that hire INTESOL graduates every month. If you join our mailing list you'll receive job offers as and when they hit our inbox.

We want you to have the best learning materials and support. That's why we've gained accreditation with not just one, but TWO of the UK's most prestigious accreditation bodies....

Accredited Teacher Status

As the leading provider of quality TEFL/TESOL courses across the world INTESOL is proud to bring you qualifications that have been accredited as being at NQF Levels 4 & 5 by OCNW, a National Awarding Body, which is recognised worldwide!

The Awarding Body for your TESOL qualification is of paramount importance, consider it carefully.

OCNW is a unique organisation, enjoying the status of a National Awarding Body (NAB), approved by the Qualifications and Curriculum Authority (QCA) and an Authorised Validating Agency (AVA), licensed by the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA).

The INTESOL Certificate in TESOL is accredited as being at NQF Level 4 by OCNW, a National Awarding Body, making the INTESOL Cert TESOL equivalent to the CELTA and Trinity TESOL when including 6 hours of observed and assessed teaching practice.

Quality Assurance Accreditation

We're also accredited as a Course Provider with the Open and Distance Learning Quality Council. The ODLQC is there to ensure that you receive outstanding service as a student. Our full accreditation status was gained after a painstaking process and is reviewed annually.

What Our Students Have To Say

You may be thinking: "This is all great. I've found a recognised TEFL course that schools actively seek, AND I can study at home. But what about real classroom experience?".

The fact is you don't need to take teaching practice to learn how to teach English, but it will certainly increase your confidence TEN FOLD, at least.

If you do want to gain practical experience with REAL STUDENTS we've got the perfect solution, but more about that later.....

Are You Eligible For This Distance Learning TEFL Course?

If you want to have your pick of the most sought after TEFL jobs you'd do well to gain your TESOL qualification with a reputable training provider, known for producing skilled teachers.

It helps when you apply for jobs.

To ensure that enrolled students are able to complete the TESOL course successfully, all potential students are asked to apply for entry.

In order to apply you must:

• Have a good academic background with at least 2 'A' Levels (equivalent to a High School Diploma (US) or Higher National Diploma (UK) )
• In lieu of the above qualifications, you should have at least 5 years of work experience in any industry OR previous TEFL teaching experience.
• No previous teaching experience is required.

How Does The Course Work

The online TEFL course consists of 10 modules, with each module being illustrated by practical methods and strategies for use in the ESOL/EFL classroom. At the end of each module you will have a set of tasks to complete and email to your personal tutor.

This simple way for you to submit your assignments means you can study from anywhere in the World!.

With each returned module you will receive an assessment sheet, which allows your trainer to comment on your progress, giving friendly advice and guidance for future modules.

INTESOL uses a carefully structured approach to learning and will help you every step of the way. If you feel you are in difficulties with any aspect of the course you are able to contact us by email, phone, fax or letter.

Courses are available on CD-ROM (PC and Mac Compatible) or paper copy. We offer massive discounts for students that study online rather than by correspondence. We like trees!

How Long Does It Take To Finish The Online Distance Learning TEFL Course?

The online TEFL course will take you approximately 150 hours to finish, although it may be less depending on the speed at which you learn. The number of weeks it will take you to complete really depends on your commitments.

As a general guideline most students complete the course within 3 months.

There are NO TIME LIMITS, so you can take as long as you need.

It's possible that you'll finish the course in as little as 4 weeks if you have the time to dedicate and really set your mind to it.

If you're in a hurry, for example due to an overseas deadline, inform your tutor who will be happy to work with you to achieve your goal.

There are no set start dates or completion dates and the course never expires.

Will You Help Me Get A Job?

INTESOL has connections with hundreds of language schools worldwide. From small independent schools to large chains.

If you contact us when you have graduated from your Cert. TESOL course, it's very likely that we will be able to help you find a job.

However, it's common knowledge in the industry that the best TEFL jobs go to those with the independence to find their own employment. Schools would much rather hire a teacher that has shown this kind of initiative.

Don't worry if the thought of finding your own TEFL job makes you feel a little nervous right now. You're not alone!

Rest assured that by the time you've finished your INTESOL course you'll have all the confidence and knowledge you need.

Of course, you do have the option to take a TEFL course that offers some kind of placement service. But be prepared for these jobs to have less favourable working conditions. Typically less pay and/or more hours.

INTESOL's contacts include language schools in:

Spain, Prague, Mexico, South Africa, Honduras, Peru, Costa Rica, Serbia, Turkey, Italy, UK, China, South Korea, Russia, Indonesia, Singapore, Uganda, Thailand, Nepal plus many more...

TEFL and TESOL - What's It All About?

At this point you may be wondering: "What's the difference between TEFL and TESOL?"

The short answer: There is no difference! For all intents and purposes they are used to mean the same thing.

The long answer:

Course Syllabus

Unit 1: Study Skills
(not assessed) - how best to organise your study time.

Pre Module Grammar
Self-assessed tasks with answers provided to help with Unit 2 The Study of English.

Unit 2: The Study of English
Module 1 - grammar-tasks on the understanding of grammar, tense & structure - to be completed with the use of a grammar book.
Module 2 - phonetics - tasks relating to the phonetic alphabet(given), stress & intonation.
Module 3 - lexis - tasks relating to the presentation of vocabulary, compound words, word stems, language appropriacy & frequency.

Unit 3: The Teaching and Learning of ESOL
Module 1 - basic principles - answers from your own experience, the course materials & handbook on
  1) the blocks which may prevent learning
  2) motivation
  3) communicative competence.
Module 2 - reading and listening - tasks based on exploitation of authentic materials i.e. magazines, newspapers, radio broadcasts etc.
Module 3 - speaking and writing - tasks based as above but with a more productive bias - getting your students to produce language
Module 4 - visual aids - study of all the audio-visual aids available. Production of your own flashcards and aids to be used with a simple flannelgraph.
Module 5 - error - looking at authentic student errors, classifying them, using a correction code, producing remedial exercises and improving your own practice.

Unit 4: Lesson Planning
Module 1 - classroom management - task relating to student teacher relationships and how to achieve genuine communication inside and outside the classroom.
Module 2 - lesson stages and plans - putting all the above into a lesson; timing; warm-up; input; practice and production stages of your lessons.

Award of Certificate

Upon successful completion of this online distance learning TEFL course you will receive:

• INTESOL Certificate in TESOL
• OCNW Level 4 Certificate in TESOL CELTA and Trinity TESOL equivalent when including 6 hours of observed and assessed teaching practice
• OCNW Course Transcript
  OCNW Credit transcript

(click image for enlarged version of the OCNW Certificate)

The INTESOL Certificate in TESOL is accredited by the OCNW as being at Level 4 of the NQF (National Qualifications Framework).

The INTESOL Diploma in TESOL is graded as follows:

• A1 - Distinction
• A2 - Excellent
• B1 - Very Good
• B2 - Good
• C - Pass

You'll also be entitled to use the letters 'Cert. TESOL' after your name.

Observed and Assessed Teaching Practice (optional addition)

One of the great reasons for you to study your online TEFL course with INTESOL is that you have access to SEVEN accredited language schools in:

UK Locations: London, and Great Yarmouth
International Locations: Barcelona, Spain; San Jose, Costa Rica; Cusco, Peru; New York, USA

At each school you can take one solid week (two weeks at international locations) of observed teaching practice. A total of 40 hours, with 6 hours of teaching practice being observed and assessed.

During your one week teaching practice programme you will gain experience teaching English to real students, in a real language school setting.

Over the week long programme:

• You'll observe experienced teachers teaching, learning techniques from longstanding professionals.
• You'll have plenty of opportunity to practise lesson planning, which in time will become second nature.
• And most importantly, you'll be observed teaching real students and receive positive feedback and support from your personal mentor.

Upon successful completion of the teaching programme you will receive:

• A graded certificate showing your final grade for the teaching practice element of the course. This is in addition to your graded Certificate in TESOL.
• A performance report for you to show future employers.
• Personal experience of teaching which you can draw upon during TEFL job interviews. This will increase your confidence in job interview, and it will show.
• An additional professional job reference from your teaching practice centre.

Why INTESOL Teaching Practice IS Better

Unlike many onsite courses, such as CELTA and Trinity, we do NOT believe in throwing you in at the deep end. The most important part of being an effective ESOL teacher is being a confident ESOL teacher.

We believe that building confidence in the classroom is a step-by-step process that needs to be taken slowly, or at least at the individual pace of each unique student.

With an onsite course you WILL be thrown in at the deep end. As the name suggests, the nature of an intensive 4 week TESOL course is, well, intensive! In order to fit everything into such a tight timescale you will find yourself being thrown into the classroom to teach real students as early as day two of your course.

This begs the question of how effective you can be when you have barely even scratched the surface of learning how to teach. The answer to that question? Not very effective! And that is why large numbers of students taking a 4 week intensive onsite TESOL course will fail.

But YOU don't need to be part of those numbers.

With INTESOL your teaching practice is taken only after you have learned and absorbed ALL of the theory behind good ESOL teaching practice. In your own time, at your own pace.

When you think about it, it makes perfect sense. How can you make the most of your practice time without learning methods of how to teach first!?

When you turn up to the first day of your teaching practice programme, you will already know about lesson planning and classroom management. You will be fully prepared.

The INTESOL teaching practice programme is a one-to-one course, which means during the course of your week our focus is on YOU, and you alone. During the course of the week you will be assigned a personal mentor, or mentors, who will be responsible for your progress.

Your first experience of teaching will be taking a short portion of a lesson, typically just a ten minute activity.

We want you to feel good about yourself after that first lesson. Experience has shown us that giving you a short activity to prepare for your first lesson increases your chances of being and feeling a success.

Once your first lesson is out of the way, it's plain sailing from there on.

After your first ten minute lesson you'll build up to taking more and more control of each lesson; your confidence building more and more each time. And remember, you will always have your mentor by your side in case you should need help or guidance.

There's no better way to prepare yourself for the classroom than with practice on real language students. You'll gain confidence in the classroom, AND more credibility with employers. When it comes to interviews you'll be able to talk from experience, something every language school Director will be looking for. You'll also be able to hand them a report on your teaching performance.

Teaching practice is great value at £220 per week, but if you pay a deposit towards your teaching practice programme when ordering your online TEFL course you'll pay only £200.

Don't worry if you're not sure where or when you'd like to take your teaching practice, just claim your discount now and let us know the details later.

Click here to download British Council guidelines for accreditation of TESOL qualifications

NEW! Teaching Practice Internship

As a quality TEFL/TESOL Course Provider we understand the importance of Teaching Practice. We also understand the importance to both you, as a teacher, and to potential employers, of a graded Teaching Practice Certificate which proves your ability within the classroom.

We provide a Teaching Practice at several centres throughout the UK plus one in Peru, one in Costa Rica, one in Spain, and one in South Africa.

However we realise that not all of our trainees can afford the time or money to get to these centres. We do not want any of our trainees to be disadvantaged so we have developed the Teaching Practice Internship.

This is suitable for INTESOL trainees who are already employed in a school where EFL/ESOL is on the curriculum or for those who have not yet started on this career path. Those who are not already teaching will be allowed to find a language school, local to them, willing to take part in this programme.

The INTESOL Teaching Practice Internship fee is £220 or £200 if booked at the same time as booking the Certificate in TESOL or Certificate in TESOL PLUS course as an online or postal course. The school will be paid a nominal sum by INTESOL on completion of your practice.

If you are already employed in a school you will need to give us the name of the contact person for your assessments so that we can explain the forms and the process.

If you are not already employed as a teacher you do not need to inform us of your chosen school until you are nearing completion of the online course. We will then ask for contact details so that we can explain the forms and the process.

Your chosen school must have a qualified, experienced EFL/ESOL teacher on the staff who is willing and allowed (by the school) to assess your teaching.

The Teaching Practice Internship can take place at times to suit yourself and to suit the school. It may be part-time or full-time, it is a very flexible way to take a practice. Whatever shape your practice takes you will need to observe lessons for at least 10-15 teaching hours; assist a trained teacher for at least 10-15 hours; prepare lessons and teach at least 10 hours. 6 hours of this time will be graded and assessed and will help to determine the grade which will be recorded on your Teaching Practice Certificate.

Before your practice begins INTESOL will email you observation forms and lesson plan templates which you will need to email to INTESOL at the end of the practice.

How Much Does The Online Distance Learning TEFL Course cost?

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Teaching Practice Fee

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Accommodation starts at £85 per week. for more information about accommodation see here.
A deposit of £120 is required at the time of booking your teaching practice, but if you book at the same time as your Cert TESOL or Cert TESOL PLUS you will pay only £100. A £20 discount. The remaining balance is then due to your centre upon arrival.

"In Less That One Month You'll Earn Back The Cost Of Your TEFL Course"

What Is Included In The INTESOL Cert TESOL Course Fee?

• Certificate in TESOL issued by our accreditation body, OCNW, as being at NQF level 4
  CELTA and Trinity TESOL equivalent when including 6 hours of observed and assessed teaching practice.
• Evidence of your hard work and achievement with the INTESOL Certificate in TESOL (with grade)
• OCNW Course Transcript
• OCNW Credit Transcript
• Your coursework will be externally moderated by OCNW (all coursework should be moderated by the accreditation body of your course provider)
• OCNW accreditation and moderation fees (worth £40)
• Course Textbook - The Practice Of English Language Teaching by Jeremy Harmer.
• Access to INTESOL Online Student Discussion Forum
• Proven techniques that will make you a confident, well-resourced TEFL teacher
• Thorough preparation for ANY teaching environment
• Teaching resource pack for your first few lessons (lots of lessons and activities)
• Easy to follow course material
• A guide to help you brush up on your English grammar
• A personal reference for every job you apply for
• Security of gaining a qualification from an established, well known TEFL course provider
• First to know when we get new jobs from TEFL employers
• No extra fees to pay for assessment
• Free delivery

FREE BONUS #1: Games & Lessons CDROM Starter Pack

INTESOL is giving away a games and lessons starter pack with every Cert TESOL and Cert TESOL Plus enrolment.

This CDROM* is packed with over 30 hours of games and comprehensive lesson plans** to get you started on the right foot.

* The CDROM is both PC and Mac compatible
** You won't find the teaching material on this CDROM anywhere else on the 'Net. It's totally unique. The plans and games have been written exclusivelyfor INTESOL by expert TEFL teachers.

FREE BONUS #2: CV/Resume Template That WILL Get You Noticed

The template includes:

• Specifically targeted categories for TEFL job applications. Each section of the CV/Resume is laid out according to what employers are looking for. It's pre-formatted for you. So you just need to fill in the blanks!
• A pre-written description of your TEFL qualification and accreditation to make sure you impress employers with your achievements.
• Advice on how to present your experience and desires so that a TEFL employer can relate to you, even if you've never taught before.
• PLUS, other hints and tips...

Iron Clad Lifetime Money Back Job Guarantee

We're so sure that you will find employment as a TEFL teacher with this online TEFLcourse that we offer you a lifetime money back guarantee if you can't.

Yes, that's a RISK FREE, LIFETIME job guarantee

It's Time To Get Started

Having read this far you've obviously got the motivation to make this happen, and getting started couldn't be simpler:

1. Click 'Enrol Now' to enrol and pay for the Cert TESOL course.
2. Your materials will be despatched within 48 hours and will be with you within 7 days. (times may differ for overseas delivery)
3. When your course pack arrives you'll find everything will be easily laid out for you. You'll have everything you need to get started, including contact details for your tutor and our student support number at Head Office.
4. You'll work through your first module and return your assignment to your personal tutor. They'll get back to you with constructive feedback and guidance that will help you develop your skills.
5. Once you've successfully completed all 10 modules you'll be a fully qualified, confident English Teacher. You'll receive your graded Certificate in TESOL from INTESOL and your Level 4 Certificate in TESOL from our accreditation body, the OCNW. And don't forget, you're now able to use the letters 'Cert. TESOL' after your name. A proud moment!
6. Next, you just have to choose where you want to go!

We look forward to welcoming you to our long list of graduates and helping you succeed.

Warm regards,

Leigh Hunt
Admissions Manager, INTESOL Graduate and Seasoned TEFLer

Ready for change?

Yes! I'm Ready To Become An Accredited English Language Teacher!

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p.p.s. Don't forget you can choose from SEVEN UK and international teaching practice centres and get a discount if you enrol together with the online TEFL course - the 'Level 4 Certificate in TESOL'

p.p.p.s. Got a question? Feel free to contact us

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