Online TEFL Courses

Course Overview

ACT has introduced online TEFL courses for those working individuals who are unable to attend the in-class courses. The online courses are flexible and give you the scope to gain knowledge at your own pace and timing. The online TEFL program is divided into three levels: Certificate, Diploma, and PG Diploma levels that aim to develop a thorough knowledge in EFL/ESL teaching right from the basics to an advanced level.

120 Hours of International TEFL Certificate Program

120 Hours of International TEFL Certificate Program is a compact course that focuses on enhancing your teaching skills to set your career as an English teacher abroad. Teaching English abroad is perfect for someone passionate about teaching and travelling. The field of TEFL is continuously growing and so is the demand for certified EFL/ESL teachers. The certificate course teaches you all the required techniques and methods to enhance your teaching skills and increase your confidence level.

220 Hours of International TEFL Diploma Program

ACT offers 220 hours of International TEFL Diploma course in online mode to train both aspiring as well as experienced teachers who are looking to work abroad as EFL/ESL teachers. The course provides a thorough understanding of the EFL/ESL teaching techniques and latest approaches and makes a TEFL classroom interesting. The International Diploma course will help you to adapt to the different skills required to face international TEFL classrooms and boost your confidence so that you can bring a change in the lives of learners belonging to different age groups and cultural backgrounds.

280 Hours of TEFL Advanced Diploma Program

The 280 Hours of TEFL Advanced Diploma Program offered by ACT is a unique program that covers a detailed curriculum for advanced learners who are looking to develop a career in TEFL/TESOL. The course is developed for both aspiring and working professionals looking to develop their career as an EFL/ESL teacher along with the passion to travel across the globe. After successful completion of the course, you will get several opportunities to teach English across classrooms globally.

400 Hours of International PG Diploma in TEFL

The International PG Diploma in TEFL course by Asian College of Teachers has been developed to cater to the needs of the TEFL professionals interested in learning the latest technologies in the field of teaching and training. 400 hours International PG Diploma in TEFL trains the candidates to learn the finer shades of teaching English as a Foreign Language, along with the knowledge on Train the Trainer, Education Management, and Special Education.

Key Information

Eligibility and Course Fee

The eligibility criteria for enrolling in the course is 10+2 to Bachelor’s degree.
The course has been designed for both aspiring and experienced TEFLers.
The course fee ranges from 14,500 INR to 39000 INR.
Basic computer skills along with a stable internet connection are also required.

Course name	Eligibility	Duration	Course fees
120 Hours Certificate in TEFL	Proficiency in written and Spoken English	4 month	14,500 INR ( * 18% GST as applicable )
220 Hours Diploma in TEFL	(10+2)	8 months	23,000 INR( * 18% GST as applicable )
280 Hours Advanced Diploma in TEFL	(10+2)	12 months	29,500 INR ( * 18% GST as applicable )
400 Hours Post Graduate Diploma in TEFL	Bachelor’s degree	1.5 years	39,000 INR ( * 18% GST as applicable )

Teaching and Learning Modes

The courses can be availed in online mode.
Basic computer knowledge and internet connection is required to pursue the course.
Online courses can be pursued from any corner of the world
Courses can also be completed in fast track modes

Curriculum

120 hour Certificate level

Phase 1 - Introduction to TESOL
Phase 2 - The Study of English
Phase 3 - Teaching Techniques (Language Skills)
Phase 4 - Classroom Management
Phase 5 - Lesson Planning
Phase 6 - Need Based Language Teaching
Phase 7 - Teaching Young Learners
Phase 8 - Text Books and Materials

220 hour Diploma level

Phase 1 - Introduction to TESOL
Phase 2 - The Study of English
Phase 3 - Teaching Techniques (Language Skills)
Phase 4 - Classroom Management
Phase 5 - Lesson Planning
Phase 6 - Need Based Language Teaching
Phase 7 - Teaching Young Learners
Phase 8 - Text Books and Materials
Phase 9 - Research and Self Study

(Choose any one specialization paper)

The Business English – Professional Skills

Phase I - Introduction to Business English – Features And Components
Phase II - Need Analysis
Phase III - Course Design
Phase IV - The Client Approach
Phase V - Feedback and Evaluation
Phase VI - Classroom Management
Phase VII - Teaching Business Speaking
Phase VIII - Teaching Business Writing

Or,

Young Learners Teachers Training Curriculum

Phase 1: Language Learning and Language Acquisition
Phase 2: Language Skills
Phase 3: How to Handle Mixed Groups
Phase 4: Materials in The Classroom
Phase 5: Correction Techniques

280 hour Advanced Diploma Level

Phase 1 - Introduction to TESOL
Phase 2 - The Study of English
Phase 3 - Teaching Techniques (Language Skills)
Phase 4 - Classroom Management
Phase 5 - Lesson Planning
Phase 6 - Need Based Language Teaching
Phase 7 - Teaching Young Learners
Phase 8 - Text Books and Materials
Phase 9 - Research and Self Study

(Choose any two specialization papers)

The Business English - Professional Skills

Phase I - Introduction to Business English - Features and Components
Phase Ii - Need Analysis
Phase Iii - Course Design
Phase Iv - The Client Approach
Phase V - Feedback and Evaluation
Phase Vi - Classroom Management
Phase Vii - Teaching Business Speaking
Phase Viii - Teaching Business Writing

Or,

Young Learners Teachers Training Curriculum

Phase 1: Language Learning and Language Acquisition
Phase 2: Teaching Listening
Phase 3: How to Handle Mixed Groups
Phase 4: Materials in The Classroom
Phase 5: Correction Techniques

Or,

TRAIN THE TRAINER

Phase 1 - Training and learning
Phase 2 - The Trainer
Phase 3 - Techniques
Phase 4 - The Group
Phase 5 - Need Analysis
Phase 6 - Feedback

400 hour PG Diploma level

Phase 1 - Introduction to TESOL
Phase 2 - The Study of English
Phase 3 - Teaching Techniques (Language Skills)
Phase 4 - Classroom Management
Phase 5 - Lesson Planning
Phase 6 - Need Based language Teaching
Phase 7 - Teaching Young Learners
Phase 8 - Text books and Materials

BUSINESS ENGLISH TEACHERS TRAINING

Phase 1- Introduction to Business English - Features and Components
Phase 2 - Need Analysis
Phase 3 - Course Design
Phase 4 - The Client Approach

Mid Term Assignment

Phase 5 - Feedback and Evaluation
Phase 6 - The Classroom Management
Phase 7 - Teaching Business Speaking
Phase 8 - Teaching Business Writing
End of The Term Assignment

YOUNG LEARNERS TEACHERS TRAINING

Phase 1 - The Learner
Phase 2 - The Skills
Phase - Actual Teaching
Phase 4 - Tools
Phase 5 - That's right!

TRAIN THE TRAINER

Phase 1 - Training and learning
Phase 2 - The Trainer
Phase 3 - Techniques
Phase 4 - The Group
Phase 5 - Need Analysis
Phase 6 - Feedback

EDUCATION MANAGEMENT

Phase 1 - Components of Educational Administration
Phase 2 - Human relations in Educational Administration
Phase 3 - Educational Supervision
Phase 4 - Decision Making in Education Management and Administration
Phase 5 - Curriculum Issues in Administration

SPECIAL EDUCATION

Learning Disability

Phase 1 - Understanding Learning Disabilities
Phase 2 - Identifying Students with LDs
Phase 3 - Making sense of the IEPs
Phase 4 - Understanding Service Locations
Phase 5 - Learning the Right Teaching Strategies

Or,

AUTISM

Phase 1 - Meet your Students with Autism
Phase 2 - Understand the Common Characteristics of HFA/AS
Phase 3 - Discover How Your Students Think
Phase 4 - Nurture Students' Social Skills
Phase 5 - Encourage Language Reciprocity
Phase 6 - Work with Sensory Sensitivities
Phase 7 - Nurture Special Interests
Phase 8 - Encourage Homework Completion

Or,

ATTENTION DEFICIT HYPERACTIVE DISORDER

Phase 1 - Understanding Students With ADHD
Phase 2 - The Diagnostic Process
Phase 3 - Are They Putting in the Effort?
Phase 4 - ADHD and Brain Activation
Phase 5 - ADHD and Activity Level
Phase 6 - Attention and ADHD
Phase 7 - The Emotional Impact of ADHD
Phase 8 - Memory

Admission and Support Services

ACT's admission process is quite easy and compliant.
You need to submit an online application form.
ACT's admission department will contact the candidates via mail or over the phone.
Any form of payment method can be opted (by using debit/credit card or by depositing cash, cheque or demand draft in ACT's bank account)
Courses are always accompanied by experienced and accomplished tutors
Additional support of online videos and reference materials are given
Candidates may learn at their own pace.
Queries can be emailed or discussed over phone between 10 am - 6 pm

Job opportunities

After completing a TEFL program, candidates will get an international certificate along with multiple opportunities to grow their teaching career abroad as EFL/ESL teachers. The Middle East is another region with an ample amount of EFL jobs. The Gulf countries are also showing a promising prospect in EFL teaching in several institutes.

Even Asian countries now prefer certified and experienced teachers for teaching in schools. Thailand is quite a favorite location for aspiring EFL/ESL teachers. Countries like South Korea and Vietnam are also not behind in looking for TEFL-certified teachers to teach in schools. Countries like China, Malaysia, Cambodia, and Taiwan are also being considered among the top places to teach TEFL.

Accreditation and Certification

ACT TEFL courses are accredited by the world's largest TESOL accreditation body TESOL Canada & TESOL USA.
All TEFL courses are accredited by International Association for Quality Assurance in Higher Education (QAHE)
TEFL Courses offered by ACT are also accredited by CPD Certification Service UK
All ACT courses are endorsed by NCC, an awarding organization and a global provider of British education.
Accreditation Service for International Schools, Colleges and Universities (ASIC) a member of British Quality Foundation, has accredited Asian College of Teachers (ACT).

Student Feedback

Obulapu Saileela

Diploma in Nursery Teachers Training

Bangalore, India

Nice course. Useful for all the aspiring Montessori teacher. Nice inputs on child psychology given in the course that is quite useful in dealing with pre- nursery kids. I am currently working in DRDO Kindergarten School.

Monika Chauhan

Diploma in Nursery Teachers Training

Gurgaon, India

Excellent experience, the online course has given me the flexibility to finish the course. I was able to finish the course as per my pace and the assistance received from the support team regarding the queries has been excellent.

Premalatha Rajesh Kannah

Diploma in Nursery Teachers Training

Chennai, India

It is a very useful course. This course has helped me in improving my knowledge and my confidence level has really increased. I am able to deal with my kids confidently than before. I am working as a teacher in Enrich Kids Preschool, Chitragupta Nagar, Urapakkam, Chennai.