What’s included
- 30 hours of accredited TEFL/TESOL training
- A dedicated personal tutor from start to finish
- Personal marking and written feedback on every assignment
- Free digital certificate on completion (ACTDEC & ISO accredited)
- Study at your own pace, 100% online
- Access to our online teacher resource library
- Optional hard-copy ACTDEC certificate available
- 14-day money-back guarantee
What is the difference between the 120, 150 and 250 hour courses?
| Course | Level | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| 120-hour TEFL / TESOL | Level 3 | 120 | First certificate. The hours most schools and platforms ask for. |
| 150-hour Advanced TEFL / TESOL | Level 4 | 150 | The 120-hour core plus extra grammar, phonology and online teaching. |
| 250-hour Level 5 TEFL / TESOL | Level 5 | 250 | Our deepest qualification: phonetics, IELTS teaching, inclusion. |
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A 30 hour online TESOL course specialising in Teaching English to Young Learners (TEYL).
This course is for teachers who already hold an initial TESOL qualification.
Offline: PC/Mac compatible. Download in PDF/Word. Option to print coursework for reference.
KEY FEATURES
- 30 hours of course materials and video
- Focus on teaching English to primary and teenage learners
- Personal, dedicated tutor support + 6 months for completion
- Access to student forum and online teaching resources
- Assistance with CV and access to our jobs board
- Free 30 hour TEYL certificate (PDF) on completion
- Download materials and study offline option
IDEAL IF:
- You are already TESOL qualified and seeking to specialise in TEYL
- Especially interested in teaching English to primary or teenagers
Course overview
A 30 hour online TESOL/TEFL training course for existing TESOL/TEFL certificate holders, helping you to gain the skills and confidence to succeed with younger learners. Study at your own pace, with up to 6 months to complete. Why this courseGet it right and there is nothing like the feeling of satisfaction you gain from teaching a class of young learners. But you need to be prepared. Facing a class of energetic youngsters without the necessary training is quite a different prospect. Our Teaching English to Young Learners (TEYL) course helps you manage, motivate and succeed with the 3-17 year age group. Across 2 modules you’ll get full tutorial support and feedback on your work (unlike many other shorter add-ons courses). How the course worksAs soon as you register, you'll get directed to log in to your personal student area where you can message your tutor, download your course and view latest TESOL jobs worldwide via our jobs feed.After downloading your first module you can work offline when you want to. When complete, simply upload your modules via your student area and get full feedback from your tutor. We've made this course as flexible and easy for you to access as possible.
How it works
This course is for teaching English abroad or online. Already qualified, or want observed teaching practice? See our specialist TESOL courses.
- Enrol onlinePay securely by card and get instant access.
- Study the modulesWork through the 30 hours at your own pace, on a computer or tablet.
- Submit work for feedbackSend assignments to your tutor and use the comments to improve.
- Download your certificateFinish the course, collect your TEFL/TESOL certificate, and start applying.
Full course syllabus
The following areas are all covered in depth with potential areas for further research detailed after each section:
Module 1
Teaching English to Young Learners (TEYL) – An Introduction
- The increasing demand for young learner English.
- Getting started with young learners.
Characteristics of a Young Learner
- From pre-school age right through to older teenagers.
- What makes them tick and how we can best meet their needs in the classroom.
Motivating Young Learners
- How to get the best out your students.
Teaching English to Kindergarten/Primary-aged learners
- What we teach them.
- The importance of lesson planning.
- Your very first lesson with a young learner group.
- Different learning strategies; including theme based learning, as well as ideas for developing the 4 basic skills of Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing.
- Using topics to formulate lessons.
- Exercises that really work well with this age group from Global English graduate teachers.
Module 2
Teaching English to Teenagers
- Lesson planning for teenagers.
- Behaviour management within the classroom & the importance of cultural and age awareness.
- Keeping our teenagers on track and motivated.
- TESOL exams that many teenagers have to take.
- Review of the best course books and web-based materials available to you today.
- Exercises that really work well with this age group from Global English graduate teachers.
Teaching Young Learners with Minimal Resources
- How to use your students as the primary resource in your classroom.
- Ideas for teaching with minimal resources, such as how to best use discussion groups, drilling and dialogue creation, and the fun that can be had working with imaginary materials.
- The basic skills of speaking, listening, reading and writing when there is no course book.
Topic-based Syllabus
Professional Development
- Taking your career and teaching to the next stage.
Certificates
A Global English PDF certificate is awarded upon successful completion. A printed, embossed version is also available for an extra fee from our TEFL shop page.
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Frequently asked questions
Is this 30-hour course accredited?
Yes. Global English has been an accredited TEFL/TESOL training provider since 1997. Every certificate carries a unique student certificate number and the logos of our accrediting bodies, ACTDEC and ISO. An optional hard-copy ACTDEC certificate is also available on successful completion.
How long does the course take, and how long do I have to complete it?
The 30-hour course is fully self-paced and studied entirely online, so you can work as quickly or as gradually as you like. Most students finish in a few weeks of part-time study, and you have several months of access. If you need more time, low-cost time extensions are available.
Do I need a degree or teaching experience to enrol?
No. You do not need a degree or any previous teaching experience to start. You simply need a good standard of written English and a computer with internet access. The course is designed for complete beginners as well as practising teachers looking to gain a formal qualification.
Is there a real tutor, or is everything automated?
Every Global English course includes a real, qualified personal tutor who marks your assignments and gives you individual written feedback throughout. Nothing is auto-marked – genuine tutor feedback is how you develop real teaching skill, not just a certificate.
How is the course assessed?
Assessment is continuous and coursework-based. You complete written assignments and practical tasks that you submit online for your personal tutor to mark. There is no final exam and no fixed exam date – you progress at your own pace.
What certificate will I receive, and is it recognised?
On successful completion you receive a Global English digital (PDF) certificate free of charge, showing your unique student certificate number and the ACTDEC and ISO accreditation logos. TEFL/TESOL certification from Global English is recognised by language schools, recruiters and online teaching platforms worldwide. A prestigious hard-copy ACTDEC certificate can be ordered as an optional extra.
Will this qualification help me get a teaching job?
A recognised TEFL/TESOL qualification is the standard entry requirement for teaching English abroad and online. This course adds a specialist qualification to your CV that employers value; most schools look for a minimum of 120 hours of core TEFL training alongside it.
How do I pay, and is there a guarantee?
You can enrol securely online and start straight away. We accept payment by card (Visa and Mastercard) through Stripe, as well as valid discount and Groupon voucher codes. Every online course is covered by our 14-day money-back guarantee, so you can begin completely risk-free.
Is this specialist course enough on its own to get a teaching job?
No. Most schools and online platforms still screen for a 120-hour (or longer) accredited TEFL/TESOL certificate. This course is an add-on that names a specialist skill on top of that core certificate.
What our students say
★★★★★
I completed this online course for teaching English to non-native speakers and found it excellent. The materials are practical and well-structured, the tutor provided personalized guidance throughout, and responses to questions were consistently prompt. I feel confident applying the methods in my own classes — highly recommended for aspiring ESL teachers.
Left by verified Global English graduates of this course, published with their permission.
The tutors and staff are genuinely excellent - knowledgeable, responsive, and encouraging at every step.
I feel that my teaching has improved greatly through this course and feel ready to progress in my teaching.
Their timely feedback and support were invaluable. They were always available to answer my questions.
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This is the 4th online course that I have done with Global English – I completed the Cert.(ES)TESOL in February 2008 and have since done the Business English course, the new English Grammar course and now the Teaching English to Young Learners course. I chose to do the TEYL course with GE as it includes teaching teenagers – many online TEYL courses only deal with teaching young learners up to age 12, but teaching teenagers is my area of particular interest.
I find the add-on courses that GE offers are a good way to continue my professional development – just reading a book isn’t the same because you don’t have to answer questions, don’t get any feedback, and don’t always remember the subject very well! I know that I can rely on a GE course to give me a good grounding in the subject, together with thought-provoking exercises and questions,and helpful comments on my written work. I have grown a lot as a teacher since I started my first course with GE in 2007, and have enjoyed all the courses that I have completed with them.
All the tutors at GE are very professional, answer queries quickly, and mark written work quickly. My thanks go particularly to my tutor for her help and support during this course and the Grammar course – thanks, Kerry, you’ve been an inspiration.
Carol King
I commend the school and course appraisers unreservedly. A very 'adult' approach, solid content and both, expedient in operation and supportive in execution. Anyone wishing to gain an English Language Teaching certificate - could not get greater value for money anywhere on the internet; in my opinion... and believe me, I looked!
William Hammes
I found the course excellent in the classroom management area with lots of helpful tips (that seem to have come from an experienced teacher). Thanks a lot, I really enjoyed this course.
Daniel Cregg
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