Key Tips to Evaluating a TEFL / TESOL provider

Accreditation :

The first step towards becoming a certified EFL/ESL teacher abroad is to acquire a certificate, preferably TEFL/TESOL from an accredited institution that is globally recognised and accepted. It is vitalrequirement to check for accreditations before enrolling in any program/s with the institution as it plays a crucial role in determining the quality of the training that the institution delivers and whether it is accepted by other learning institutions and employers across the globe.ACT TEFL courses are accredited by the world's largest TESOL accreditation body TESOL Canada & TESOL USA. ACT is also working in academic partnership with European International University (EIU-Paris) towards delivering Degree and Integrated courses.

Duration :

While looking for the perfect course, you must have come across a number of TEFL courses with varied duration. It should be noted that there is a global standard when it comes to the duration of the course that most schools and institutions look for while hiring an English teacher. You need to ensure that the course covers the basic minimum standard for accreditation that is 100 hours of academics and 20 hours of classroom practice teaching.

Course fees :

Going browsing through TEFL courses, you need to ask yourself a few questions. Whether you can really expect to receive a professional level certification and a quality job placement from a course that comes at a price which sounds too good to be true! Education is an investment of time and money which will never lessen in terms of value. Investing in a quality TEFL certification will prove beneficial in securing a well-paid job along with the happiness of providing your students with a rewarding educational experience.

Course Content :

A TEFL certification will not lead you anywhere if you are unable to deliver the expected lessons/ content. You preach what you learn, so keeping that in mind, the course content plays a big part towards becoming an efficient and effective EFL/ESL teacher. While researching for a TEFL course, you need to go through their course content as well to make sure that they are at par with the demands of the institutions at the international level and make you become proficient in handling a culturally diverse class as well.

The institution :

Along with researching various information of a TEFL course, it is also important to research about the institute or organization that you might opt for pursuing the course. In an era where information is literally at our palmtop, it is not a tough job to find the necessary information of the institute which you are considering. It will cover each and everything from their alumni base to their job guidance, feedback etc. and will ensure that you choose a genuine training provider.

Job search guidance :

It is imperative to look for the placement records of the institution before investing your hard earned money into it. Some of them include receiving free job search guidance including personal attention and service, the insight and knowledge concerning every matter related to finding a suitable job from writing an international resume and cover letter to negotiating a contract and understanding visa regulations, et al.Search for the answers to these questions and research accordingly to find the best and suitable course and training institute suitableto your needs and requirements.