Level 5 TEFL Course Online (CPD) | 4 TEFL

Transform your passion for English into a globally recognised teaching qualification. This comprehensive, 180-hour CPD Level 5 TEFL Certificate is your passport to a successful and rewarding career as an English language teacher anywhere in the world.

Accredited by CPD UK, this qualification is internationally recognised and aligned with Level 5 standards on widely used frameworks (e.g. RQF/EQF), making it comparable in level and rigour to other internationally recognised initial teacher training qualifications. Whether you are starting your teaching journey or seeking to formalise your existing skills with a prestigious certificate, this course provides the in-depth pedagogical knowledge and practical, hands-on experience you need to excel in today’s classroom.

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Level 5 Online TEFL Course
CPD-Accredited (Certificate)
US AQA Accredited
UK Government Recognised
International Certificate
Course access: 4 months

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Jennie Lee

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Anna Garcia

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2 Courses

Course Curriculum

Our curriculum is meticulously designed to cover every aspect of modern English language teaching, as required by the CPD Level 5 specification.

Unit 1: Principles of Teaching English as a Foreign Language
Dive into the core methodologies that shape the modern language classroom. From understanding the global role of English to evaluating different teaching philosophies, this unit builds the theoretical foundation for your entire teaching practice.
Unit 2: Understanding English Grammar
Move beyond being a user of English to being an analyst. This deep dive into English grammar equips you with the metalinguistic knowledge to understand the ‘why’ behind the rules, enabling you to explain concepts clearly and correct errors effectively.
Unit 3: Teaching English Grammar
Put theory into practice. Learn the art of making grammar lessons engaging and effective using proven frameworks like PPP. You will practise presenting new language, adapting your speech for different levels, and providing constructive error correction.
Unit 4: Teaching English Vocabulary
Discover how to teach vocabulary in a way that makes it stick. Explore the power of lexis, collocations, and context, and build a toolkit of creative techniques for presenting and recycling new words.
Unit 5: Teaching Productive Skills: Speaking and Writing
Learn how to transform your classroom into a hub of communication. This unit focuses on practical strategies for developing your students’ ability to speak and write with confidence, balancing the need for both accuracy and fluency.
Unit 6: Teaching Receptive Skills: Listening and Reading
Unlock the secrets to teaching comprehension. You will master the techniques for guiding students through texts, from high-speed skimming and scanning to deep, intensive analysis, turning receptive skills development into an active, engaging process.
Unit 7: Materials and Aids for Teaching English
Become a master of your resources. Learn to critically evaluate traditional and modern teaching aids, from the humble whiteboard to the latest app, and discover the power of using authentic, real-world materials to boost motivation.
Unit 8: Teaching Pronunciation of English
Focus on the music of the language. This unit demystifies the technical aspects of phonology, equipping you with the skills to teach individual sounds, word stress, and sentence rhythm to significantly improve your students’ intelligibility.
Unit 9: Lesson Planning for Teaching English as a Foreign Language
Master the single most important skill of a teacher. This unit provides a comprehensive guide to creating principled, effective, and engaging lesson plans for any context, from one-to-one to group classes.
Unit 10: Teaching English as a Foreign Language to Young Learners
Step into the dynamic world of teaching children and teenagers. Explore the unique cognitive and motivational needs of younger learners and learn the specialised techniques required to create a fun, effective, and well-managed YL classroom.
Unit 11: Use Resources Effectively when Teaching English as a Foreign Language
Learn to be a resourceful and responsive teacher. This final unit hones your ability to conduct needs analyses, select and adapt coursebooks, and leverage the vast potential of online resources to create truly student-centred learning experiences.