How to get a TEFL qualification & start your career

The London Teacher Training College offers a huge range of courses specialising in different aspects of teaching English.

So, where to begin?

Where to begin? Why not try out our Free TEFL Foundation Course to 'dip your toe' into TEFL study.

The vast majority of teachers start their career by gaining the Level 5 OFQUAL Approved Certificate in TEFL which is recognised by the UK Government. This equips you with all that you need to get going and it is accredited by TQUK at level 5, this will enable you to teach virtually anywhere in the world.

LTTC also offers the LTTC Certificate in TEFL 120 hour course programme which comes under the endorsed provision for Training Qualifications UK at a level 5.

Already have classroom experience?

The next step up is to further your career prospects by taking the Diploma in TESOL  at Level 7 or the Level 6 OFQUAL Diploma in TESOL. This is for those more experienced in the classroom and who wish to become director of studies, managers and senior tutors.

Classroom or online TEFL course?

We offer TEFL courses online and in the classroom via our list of partner schools worldwide. Which you choose will depend on your own studying preference. To view our list of partner schools, please click here.

Why Choose LTTC?

• Full course materials
• Personal tutor
• Support 7 days a week
• Unlimited time for completion of course
• Careers advice
• Resources area

Free TEFL Foundation Course

If you would like to have a 'taster' before you enrol for either the Certificate in TEFL or the Diploma in TESOL qualification, why not try the free TEFL Foundation Course?

Level 5 Certificate in TEFL 

Our 168 hour OFQUAL regulated Certificate in TEFL covers an extended syllabus. Many employers regard the standard for the profession as being a course which comprises a hundred or more hours of study time.

Course Code     TEFL168

Course Level

Level 6 Diploma in TESOL

The Diploma in Teaching English To Speakers Of Other Languages is specifically targeted at those who are interested in teaching English as a second or foreign language.

Level 7 Graduate Diploma in TESOL

The Graduate Diploma in TESOL is designed for those who wish to take on a more senior level in their teaching career, perhaps senior tutor or ELT management, or for those who wish to enhance their professional development.