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The Level 5 Certificate in Teaching English as a Foreign Language (RQF), mainly recognised as TEFL, is a UK OFQUAL accredited 100% online qualification designed for learners who wish to teach English to non-native speakers. The qualification aims to develop knowledge and skills in a specialist teaching area, allowing learners to teach English as a foreign language, providing an excellent foundation for working in schools and other TEFL contexts. This TEFL course will assist you in your area of specialism, providing you with in-depth training on language teaching methodologies, classroom management techniques, and assessment strategies. With a focus on practical application and real-world experience, you will be well-equipped to excel in English language teaching through this Level 5 TEFL qualification. Begin your journey into the realm of language education and acquire the expertise required to excel in teaching English to non-native speakers.
Our Level 5 TEFL qualification offers a comprehensive pathway for individuals currently working in, or aspiring to enter, the field of Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL). This qualification is suitable for those aiming to teach in schools, colleges or as freelance or private tutors, whether in-person or online. This qualification can either serve as an ideal foundation for individuals whose current or intended roles require them to develop knowledge, understanding and skills in TEFL, or be taken as in-service training or a professional refresher for experienced English language teachers seeking to enhance their proficiency.
This Level 5 Certificate in TEFL is designed to be completed online at the pace that suits you best. It can take as little as 8 weeks or up to 12 months, depending on your previous experience and dedication to the course. You have a great opportunity to fast-track your completion earlier at the pace and time of your choice. This OFQUAL regulated Level 5 qualification is delivered through our virtual learning environment (VLE).
All units within this course are internally assessed by our qualified assessors and externally verified by the awarding organisation. The assessment takes the form of written assignments and a practical element of observations of teaching practice, detailed guidance for which will be provided by the tutor once you are enrolled on our VLE. Practical requirements of this course include completing a minimum of 6 hours of teaching practice through at least 6 observations (one hour each). For details, please read our blog on ‘Practical Requirements for Level 5 Certificate in Teaching English as a Foreign Language’.
Successful completion of this 100% accredited online course enables learners to progress onto the
Awarding Body: Focus Awards
Qualification Number: 603/4150/6
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Learners should meet the following requirements:
You are required to complete a minimum of 6 hours of teaching practice in a real work setting. This constitutes the submission of 6 observations of one hour each.
You will be assessed via a portfolio of evidence containing written assignments for each unit and 6 teaching observations, which demonstrate the achievement of all learning outcomes and assessment criteria associated with each unit. Most of the tasks would be attempted through essay-style written accounts and reflections on your own teaching practices. Some of the tasks would require the submission of relevant work products such as lesson plans, schemes of work, teaching and learning resources, ILPs, etc.the theories and methodologies underpinning language teaching
You will be able to:
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All prices include course fees, awarding body dues, OfQual approved certification, postage of certificate & VAT. The final certification you get is the same,
regardless of your route. There are no strict deadlines for submitting individual coursework, allowing you room and flexibility to pace your studies; the only deadline
is the overall course duration based on the option you selected above.
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All prices include course fee, awarding body charges, OfQual approved certification, postage of certificate. The final certification you get is exactly the
same, regardless of what route you pick. There are no strict deadlines for submission of individual coursework, allowing you room and flexibility to pace your
studies; the only deadline is the overall course duration based on the option that you have selected above.
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You can have instant access to the course; once you enrol on the course, you can start studying immediately.
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Our courses are designed to provide a dedicated online tutor support to learners throughout the course for ongoing assistance.
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Flexible payment plans to suit your budget; pay the fee in easy monthly instalments.
Accredited Certification
You will receive your accredited certificate and transcript at no additional cost from our approved awarding body.
The qualifications have been made available to all without any artificial barriers that deny the access and progression
We offer different time frames, as mentioned in the payment plans above, to complete your course. You can pick any plan that suits you best and study as per your convenience.
Our courses are OFQUAL approved as we work with an approved awarding organisation called “Focus Awards”. This is a well-respected awarding organisation for education and training courses. This is the confirmation of their status: https://find-a-qualification.services.ofqual.gov.uk/organisations/RN5353
Six teaching observations are required to complete the practical component of this course, which will be observed by qualified assessors.
Each observation should be at least 60 minutes. If it is shorter than 60 minutes, additional teaching observations would be required, so it would be best to have each lesson planned for at least 60 minutes.
TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) and TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) are both acronyms for teaching English to non-native English speakers. TEFL usually refers to teaching in non-English speaking countries. TESOL often refers to teaching ESL in English-speaking nations. While the two terms have subtle differences, the qualifications are similar, and course content is likely to be similar too.
If your teaching qualification (such as a degree) is in English teaching, then TEFL is not essential. However, TEFL course give you the skills and knowledge to transfer your teaching expertise to non-native English speakers
No – as a fully qualified TEFL teacher, you can teach students of any age.
You are required to complete your teaching hours in real work setting, with real EFL/ESL learners.
Yes, you can teach EFL learners online.
No, you will be internally assessed by the coursework alone.
Please refer to our blog on ‘Practical Requirements for Level 5 Certificate in Teaching English as a Foreign Language’. You may also Contact Us. We have experienced course advisers who will be happy to assist you.
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