Let’s get right into it: choosing a TEFL program. You’re choosing the next show you want to watch. It’s important to find something that will keep you hooked on the screen, but still make you feel as if you are not melting your brain. You want a TEFL course that’s comfortable like your favorite jeans, and won’t leave you wishing for a refund after two weeks. You can see TEFL Courses South Africa for more information.
How do you best learn? Online courses may not be for you, if you prefer to learn in a classroom setting. If you’re happiest learning while in your pajamas with a cup of tea in hand then an online course is for you. It’s not about right and wrong, but what makes YOU tick.
Then, let’s get down to the details: course length and depth. Imagine choosing between a backpacking vacation for a whole month or a short weekend trip. The short trip may sound appealing (and be easier on your wallet), but does it offer all of the excitement and thrills you’re looking for? It shows stamina, and that you didn’t skim over the course.
The accreditation is your best friend in this journey. Imagine purchasing concert tickets, only to discover that they are for a “tribute band”–not what you expected. Choose courses that are recognized globally by ACCET and their equivalents. Your shiny certificate will open doors instead of raising eyebrows.
Do you have a special place in your heart for children? Maybe you’re more interested in business people? You can stand out from the crowd by specializing. You’ll be known as the best baker of apple pie in the entire world, not just another one.
Your course selection can be influenced by where you plan to teach. Do you want to teach English in Japan under the cherry blossoms, or at Spain’s fiestas and festivals? Many courses include local job-hunting tips that can prove invaluable when you’re just starting out.
Cost is important. Remember that cheap courses can be costly if you miss out on a great job because they were more of a fluff course than containing substance.
Have a chat with former students of potential courses before you take the leap. You can ask them if they think it’s worth it.
It’s not rocket science to choose the best TEFL program, but it does require some old-fashioned thought and perhaps even some soul searching. Finding the right balance between your brain and wallet is key. Remember: it’s about feeling inspired and pumped to step into the classrooms, virtual or otherwise. Grab that cup of coffee or tea, roll up your sleeves and get to work on what you will need to launch yourself into the next big adventure. Let me jump into that VR fashion show myself!
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