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DEAC stands for the Distance Education Accrediting Commission. It is a recognized accrediting agency by the United States Department of Education. DEAC evaluates and accredits distance education programs offered by various educational institutions, ensuring that they meet specific quality standards and criteria.

AQC stands for Approved Quality Curriculum. It is a status granted by DEAC to signify that a particular curriculum or course offered by an educational institution meets the rigorous quality standards set by DEAC. Essentially, AQC indicates that the curriculum has been thoroughly reviewed and approved by DEAC for its quality and adherence to educational standards.

 

DEAC has approved our Level 5 TEFL Course as meeting the criteria for Approved Quality Curriculum (AQC) status. This endorsement applies to our Level 5 courses: the 180-hour, the 4x 60-hour, and the 300-hour Advanced Diploma. However, it’s important to note that DEAC does not approve our 120-hour, 240-hour, or 30-hour courses. As outlined by our academic director, this approval signifies that:

• Our course aligns with the standards set for course content, curriculum, and assessments in the United States.
• It undergoes rigorous and stringent checks to ensure adherence to these standards.
• The course curriculum and assessments undergo comprehensive reviews.
• We maintain the highest standards throughout the development and delivery of our courses.
• Our course is guaranteed to meet the standards set by the US Department for Education in the field of TEFL.

DEAC, or the Distance Education Accrediting Commission, is a recognised accrediting agency by the US Department of Education. AQC, or Approved Quality Curriculum, is a status granted by DEAC to signify that a course meets its rigorous quality standards. These approvals assure our students of our TEFL courses’ high quality and credibility.

DEAC stands for the Distance Education Accrediting Commission. It is a recognized accrediting agency by the United States Department of Education. DEAC evaluates and accredits distance education programs offered by various educational institutions, ensuring that they meet specific quality standards and criteria.

Yes, The TEFL Institute of Ireland offers funding options for unemployed individuals in Ireland through the TESG (Training and Employment Support Grant) program administered by the Department of Social Protection. This program aims to support unemployed individuals in acquiring new skills and qualifications to enhance their employability.

If you are unemployed and interested in pursuing a TEFL course, you may be eligible for funding assistance through the TESG program. The TEFL Institute of Ireland can guide the application process and assist you in obtaining the necessary forms.

Don’t hesitate to contact The TEFL Institute of Ireland directly for more information on eligibility criteria and how to apply for funding assistance for TEFL courses through the TESG program.

The TEFL Institute of Ireland holds accreditation from several reputable organizations, ensuring the quality and recognition of its courses. Here are the accreditations and recognitions:

1. Highfield Qualifications: The TEFL Institute of Ireland is an approved training center by Highfield Qualifications, an independent awarding organization approved by Ofqual (Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation) in the UK.
2. Ofqual: The Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation regulates vocational qualifications in England and Northern Ireland. Ofqual has given approval for Highfield, the awarding organization, to provide a wide range of regulated qualifications, including TEFL courses offered by The TEFL Institute of Ireland.
3. DEAC (Distance Education Accrediting Commission): DEAC is a recognized accrediting agency by the United States Department of Education. The Level 5 TEFL courses offered by The TEFL Institute of Ireland have received DEAC approval as meeting the criteria for Approved Quality Curriculum (AQC) status, indicating adherence to rigorous quality standards.
4. Online Teaching Course Accreditation Committee (OTCAC):The TEFL Institute is accredited by OTCAC, an independent UK-based accrediting body that ensures online education providers maintain high standards through rigorous evaluation of course content, academic quality, and student support services.

These accreditations and recognitions demonstrate that The TEFL Institute of Ireland’s courses meet stringent quality standards and are recognized internationally. Graduates can be confident that their qualifications are reputable and globally accepted in the field of Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL).

Yes! We can pause your course access until you’re ready to begin. We’re here to make the courses work for you, not the other way around.

Your TEFL course with The TEFL Institute of Ireland includes a range of materials and personal support, including:

Fully downloadable TEFL course material

Expert job hunting advice

Access to our TEFL jobs board

Lifetime support and guidance

Self-study training schedule

Personal online TEFL tutor support

Lifetime qualification

Internationally recognised TEFL certificate

Six month study period with 24/7 online access

You will be assigned a tutor when you enrol on your chosen course and receive a welcome email from them. They will be on hand to answer any questions you may have during your course.

All online course tests are corrected instantly, with the exception of the 180 Hour Level 5 TEFL Course. All accredited courses require an 80% pass rate and retests are free. 

The 180 Hour Level 5 TEFL Course contains multiple-choice and open-ended questions. The multiple-choice questions are corrected instantly, but word count is the only factor corrected instantly with the open ended answers. After every three modules, our expert assessors will correct your answers and give you some tips if an answer is not up to standard. Although the instant corrections are free to redo, you may be charged if your long answers are incorrect for a third time, so please take their advice into account when completing the reassessment process. 

The time it takes to complete your course depends on the one you’ve chosen and how much study time you can commit each week. In most cases, you’ll have six months to complete your course, with an extension possible if needed. On average, our fast tracked accredited courses take six weeks to complete. The average time it takes to complete the 180 Hour Level 5 TEFL Course is 12 weeks.

Some students prefer to learn in a classroom setting, while others are motivated enough to complete their TEFL training online. Online tuition is best suited to those in full-time employment. As you can learn online at your own time, it’s best if you have other commitments. Online courses are great if you have a smaller budget and like the thought of learning when and where you want.

Classroom settings are better for learners who need to have teacher-led classes and prefer to have practice with fellow learners before real-life teaching.

The online courses are self-study, which means you can complete your studies in your own time and from wherever you are in the world. They’re broken up into manageable modules, filled course content, videos, podcasts, reflective tasks and tests.

120 Hour Accredited TEFL Course: 10 modules with a multiple choice test at the end of each module. You will need 80% to pass. We offer free retests if you fail the first time. You have six months to complete the course. On average, it takes 2-4 weeks to complete.

180 Hour Level 5 Course: 11 modules with a test at the end of each module, consisting of MCQs and open-ended questions. This Level 5 course has a 100% pass mark. Our system will correct your multiple choice answers immediately and you’ll be asked to retake the test if not correct. You can retake the test as many times as you need. The open-ended answers are checked by our assessment team, and you will get feedback if your answers need to be changed. You won’t get an unlimited number of times and there may be a cost to repeat, so be sure to take their feedback into account. Once you pass, your Level 5 government regulated certificate will be issued. You have six months to complete the course, but extensions are available if needed. 

30 Hour Specialist TEFL Courses: these are much shorter than the main TEFL qualifications. All tests are done online and corrected instantly. They have course content and tests throughout the course and can be completed before or after the main TEFL qualification. 

10 Hour Virtual TEFL Course: this is completed online over Zoom. You’ll join a class of no more than 12 students with your tutor, Kate. The course is help over two five-hour days. Kate is responsible for your passing mark based on your attendance, involvement and completion of an assignment.

We don’t offer free courses, but we do help with getting funding from the Dept of Social Protection in Ireland. Our comprehensive courses qualify you to teach English as a foreign language at home and abroad. More information on the Training Support Grant can be found here.

We are happy to invoice an external organisation or company on your behalf. Please get in touch with us at hello@tefl.ie and we can arrange this for you.

Here at the TEFL Institute of Ireland we firmly believe education should be affordable for everybody. Under this ethos, we offer a 10% subsidy to those who find themselves unemployed or in full-time education. Enrol on any of our accredited TEFL courses for less and open a new world of opportunities.

To gain the TEFL subsidy, enter the word FUNDING on checkout. Please be aware that we randomly ask for proof of student or unemployment status. We accept documentation such as a copy of a student card or job seekers allowance. Please send either to us within 14 days via email to hello@tefl.ie or by post to:

The TEFL Institute of Ireland

Old Friary Building

Lower Main Street

Dungarvan

Co. Waterford

X35 FX45

No – as a fully qualified TEFL teacher, you can teach students of any age. Our main TEFL courses cover all bases. If you would like to go into a certain niche, please check out our specialist courses to help you achieve your ambitions.

We recommend that you are over 16 years old before you start a TEFL course. If you’re looking for jobs abroad, the age requirement is 18 years old or older. 

If you’re looking for a professional globally recognised TEFL qualification, you should consider an online Level 5 TEFL course. These professional courses are Ofqual UK government regulated and assessed at the same level as the CELTA and Trinity Cert TESOL. 

Level 5 courses give you at least 180 hours of TEFL training – more than the minimum required. As it’s a higher level course, you’ll have access to more competitive roles and salaries.

You do not need a degree to take a TEFL course. Anyone fluent in English can enrol in one of our courses to become a qualified and confident English teacher. However, a degree is required in some countries to get a work permit like Japan and Korea. But there are many opportunities for those without a degree to be hired.

Even if you see an employer has a preference for degree holders, we still recommend applying. They may not get their full quota and you could have so many additional skills that will appeal to hiring managers.

The TEFL course you choose all depends on your needs and goals. Look at the course content included on each course page and see if it aligns with who, where and how you want to teach. If you want to teach young learners in a classroom, for example, you’ll want to make sure the course covers that. 

An accredited 120 Hour TEFL course is the quickest route to becoming TEFL qualified. On the other hand, a Level 5 course is ideal if you want more in-depth training. It’s also important to choose a course from a reputable TEFL provider for quality training and support.

Still unsure? Complete The TEFL Institute of Ireland’s free English Level Test, which has been designed to help you make this important decision.