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Fast Track: The Professional 240-hour TEFL Qualification

  • Advanced certification for teaching worldwide
  • Strong foundation for full-time TEFL careers
  • Internationally recognised qualification
  • Fully online professional training

240 Hour TEFL Course | International Standard | Employers Choice

Boost your TEFL training with our most comprehensive accredited International standard online TEFL course qualification – the 240-Hour Professional TEFL Course. Most TEFL employers require a minimum of 120-hours of teacher training. With this course, you’ll get twice the amount to really impress future TEFL employers.

Included are the 120 Hour Advanced International TEFL Course and four specialist courses:

What You'll Get

240-Hour Professional TEFL Certificate
Personal Tutor Support
Internationally Recognised Digital Certificate
Free Jobs Coaching Seminars
Study Using the TEFL App
Lifelong Certification & Reference Letter
6 Months Course Access
Extended training for full-time TEFL careers
Higher recognition in competitive job markets

Free Certified Course Bundle worth 685

Included with Your Purchase


  • 30 Hour Teach English Online
  • 30 Hour Teach Young Learners
  • AI / Chat GPT Mastery Guru
  • 30 Hour Advanced Grammar for TEFL Teachers
  • 29 hrs of Weekly TEFL Mentorship (Online)

About This Course

We’ve created our TEFL courses with even the busiest of lifestyles in mind. You’ll have six months to complete the course. And, since it’s all online, you can fit your studies around your other commitments. We’ve also added videos, quizzes and real-life scenarios into our training for a truly engaging learning experience.

In this 240-hour TEFL master package, you will have 5 TEFL courses to complete, our 120-Hour Advanced International TEFL Course and four specialist courses. We recommend starting from the primary qualification, e.g. our 120-Hour TEFL Course and then moving onto the 30 hour Micro Credentials Specialist TEFL Courses. The average completion time for all of the course components is 6-8 weeks, but you’ll have up to 6 months of study time to complete it if you’re not in a rush.

Boost Your Employability

Most TEFL employers require applicants to have at least a 120-hour TEFL qualification. With a massive 120 hours of extra training, you’ll be in one of the best positions to land your dream TEFL job. Covering a wide range of TEFL specialisms, this 240-hour course helps you become more employable, allowing you to earn more. This course is the employer’s choice when seeking teaching positions in non-native English-speaking countries, giving you a competitive edge in the job market.

Ireland’s Leading TEFL Provider

A TEFL qualification from The TEFL Institute guarantees you a lifetime certificate that’s recognised and trusted by employers worldwide. Our courses are developed and delivered by our team of experienced EFL teachers and trainers. That means you can be sure to receive the highest standard of training on the market.

Our Accreditations

HIGHFIELD QUALIFICATIONS AWARDING BODY IN THE UK

Approved Center Number: 21335

Highfield Qualifications are a global leader in compliance and work-based learning and apprenticeship qualifications and one of the UK’s most recognisable awarding organisations. The TEFL Institute is an approved training center by Highfield Qualifications, an independent Ofqual approved Awarding Organization. This means the TEFL Institute has met Highfield’s expectations for developing and delivering high quality courses in the TEFL industry. Every year, Highfield maintains evaluation visits to ensure we are consistently meeting the high standards with our training.

OTCACOnline Teaching Course Accreditation Committee

The Online Teaching Course Accreditation Committee (OTCAC) is an independent accrediting body focused on maintaining high standards in online and learning education. It works with course providers worldwide to ensure quality, consistency, and credibility in digital learning.

The Committee’s mission is to evaluate and enhance the quality of online teaching programmes while safeguarding learners’ interests and promoting best practices in course delivery.

OTCAC sets clear accreditation standards for online education. Providers that meet these standards can apply for accreditation, demonstrating their commitment to quality, effective instruction, and student support.

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Who can take this course

  • Native or fluent in English, with strong communication skills
  • Interested in teaching English online or in non-native English-speaking countries
  • Aged 17 or older and looking to earn a professional qualification
  • Keen to get certified quickly and start teaching within a month

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Got Questions?

Get clear answers about TEFL courses, certification, teaching jobs, and everything in between.

Yes, this qualification meets the minimum requirements for many online teaching platforms. It equips you with the skills to teach English to non-native speakers virtually, which is a growing field.
We are the only Irish TEFL provider with an actual office located in Ireland, providing unparalleled local support. By choosing us, you are not only gaining access to a globally recognised TEFL certification but also supporting a small Irish business that is committed to maintaining high standards in education.
Yes, we are fully accredited and internationally recognised. By enrolling with us, you are choosing a trusted, certified TEFL provider that complies with global standards. We also hold Guaranteed Irish membership, ensuring that your enrollment supports local Irish businesses and the economy.
This course provides the foundational skills needed to teach English as a foreign language. It covers 120 hours of training, including essential topics such as grammar, lesson planning, and teaching methodologies. This certification is the minimum industry standard to apply for TEFL jobs.