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Level 5 TEFL Course

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

Accredited by TQUK, an Ofqual-regulated awarding body, this qualification is internationally respected and considered equivalent in level and difficulty to the CELTA. Whether you are starting your teaching journey or looking to formalise your existing skills with a prestigious certificate, this course provides the deep pedagogical knowledge and practical, hands-on experience you need to excel in the modern classroom.

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  • 29 Lessons
  • 379 Topics
  • 1 Quiz
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About This Course

This is not just another online TEFL course. We believe in learning by doing. Our programme is built on a foundation of practical application, critical reflection, and personalised feedback. Over 180 hours, you will move from theory to practice, building a comprehensive portfolio of evidence that showcases your skills as a modern, effective language teacher.

What you will experience:

  • In-depth Theoretical Modules: Explore the core principles of language acquisition, grammar, lesson planning, and classroom management through engaging, interactive content.
  • A Portfolio of Your Work: Complete a series of practical tasks—from designing lesson plans and creating materials to demonstrating teaching techniques on video—that will form your professional portfolio.
  • Live Practice Sessions: Gain invaluable real-world experience with two observed teaching practices with real English language learners, and receive direct, personalised feedback in four one-to-one sessions with our TQUK-qualified assessors.
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Course Curriculum

Our curriculum is meticulously designed to cover every aspect of modern English language teaching, as required by the TQUK 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.
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  • Content Lessons
  • Video Lessons
  • Interactive Lessons
  • Examples
  • Mini Quizzes
  • Assessment Task
  • AI Trainer Sessions
  • Assessor Sessions (Zoom)
  • Live Student Sessions (Zoom)