Things you need to determine before enrolling in an Online TEFL Course
As the global demand for TEFL trainers or ESL/EFL teachers is in an increasing trend, many teacher training institutes are coming out with TEFL/TESOL course.
There is also the availability of many online TEFL teacher training courses through which anyone can become a successful TEFL teacher. Further, this course will offer you a proper TEFL certification too.
Online TEFL courses offer various options in a checkbox out of which anyone you can opt for. Before selecting the course thoroughly verify it along with its criteria before taking your decision.
The online course should be accredited
Even if the process of accreditation of TEFL service providers can be quite puzzling, however, that does not lessen its importance. While accreditation is compulsory, there is no single universal body entrusted with the responsibility of accrediting the courses.
Always remember to check for the accreditation of the course as it will ensure whether the institution you have selected to receive your TEFL PG degree has been internationally reputed or not. Thus, the services provided and the certificates are given get their highest worth.
Accreditation also certifies that the academic standards at the institution must match the international standards. It is for your peace of mind alongside for the betterment of your career too. As soon as your online TEFL course is accredited, you can take it to be sound and reputable.
Duration must be a minimum of 100 hours
There are varieties of durations of online courses available for you while you are applying for a TEFL diploma or TEFL advanced diploma. But when you pursue jobs in a foreign country with your TEFL certificate, your consideration will be granted only if you have gone through a class duration of a minimum of 100 hours.
In a few countries like China, over 40 hours will be considered enough but, in most foreign countries, it is a rule to attend more than 100 hours of online classes. Therefore, while undergoing online courses, make sure that the duration is not less than 100 hours.
If you think of going for lesser hours in order to save money then don’t do it as it will hamper your employability.
Faculty members should be qualified
Teachers providing lessons must have a minimum bachelor’s degree in TESOL or often a master’s degree, English or education. Hence, before enrolling yourself for the online course carefully verify the bios of their teachers. Also, if needed check whether the teachers have taught in foreign or not. This will add their knowledge about the global market while they can also guide you in career opportunities abroad.
Reviews and Feedbacks
In your way of becoming a master in TEFL, you must choose and undergo those courses that have received positive feedback and for those courses which have received positive reviews and appraisals from their former students. Keep in mind that more positive reviews mean, more effective in the course.
Price Factor
Don’t get tempted if you find any inexpensive online courses. Always verify the course completely before you go for it. Remember, that some TEFL online courses may seem expensive but eventually on accomplishing them you will get more value in the job market as you become well-skilled.
Having an international teaching certification from an accredited online TEFL course is sufficient to make you qualified to go for a job anywhere in the world. Go through the aforesaid points before you join into one.
