What’s included
- 10 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)
- Access to our interactive online learning platform
- 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 ten-hour online course designed for families helping refugees and community or church groups helping refugees from all backgrounds to learn the English language.
Interactive: PC/Mac/tablet compatible. Work on our interactive platform. Good internet access required.
KEY FEATURES
- 10 hours of online content specific to teaching English to refugees and asylum seekers
- 4 hours of recorded webinars on relevant teaching content
- Work from home at your pace with online tutor support
- Stop and check sessions in each section
- 60 days for completion and PDF certificate included
- Signposting for further resources and materials
IDEAL IF:
- You are helping refugees and asylum seekers
- You volunteer with community or church groups teaching refugees
- You would like to help any refugee/asylum seeker with their English
Course overview
A short 10-hour course designed to show you how to help refugees in the UK learn English. Why this course? You will learn some of the immediate needs of refugees when they first arrive, learn how to teach basic English, listen to experienced instructors and hear stories from refugees who are settled here about what made a difference for them. You move step-by-step through short, interactive modules, with opportunities to message your tutor if you need help. There are of practical suggestions for teaching, access to some of the best free material available, and you'll be able to watch four recorded webinars on key topics, including: teaching English grammar teaching beginners teaching functional English teaching English vocabulary Written and created with funding assistance from Western Power Distribution through Localgiving, this course is designed to assist you in helping refugees overcome isolation and communicate more effectively, so that they can become full and active members of their local communities. You’ll leave with course resources and a 10-hour PDF certificate upon successful completion.
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 10 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.
The interactive course runs in your browser on a computer or tablet: shorter modules, assignments marked by your tutor, and a student forum.
What you study on this course
These are the live modules on the interactive course, in order.
- Course Introduction - EE
- M1 Working with Refugees
- M2 Essential English
- M3 Basic Grammar
- M4 Support and Signposting
- EE Course Conclusion
Full course syllabus
The Enter English Course is 10 hours of online material with a range computer-assessed questions.
| Module | Module title | Section | Section title | Suggested Time (hours) |
| EE | Course Introduction - EE | 1 | Getting Started - The Enter English Course | 0.25 |
| 1 | M1 Working with Refugees | 1 | EES1: Why Learn English? | 0.50 |
| 1 | M1 Working with Refugees | 2 | EES2: Refugee stories | 1.00 |
| 2 | M2 Essential English | 1 | EES1: Teaching Beginners | 1.00 |
| 2 | M2 Essential English | 2 | EES2: Learning Vocabulary | 1.00 |
| 2 | M2 Essential English | 3 | EES3: Functional English | 1.00 |
| 3 | M3 Basic Grammar | 1 | EES1: Basic English Grammar 1 | 0.50 |
| 3 | M3 Basic Grammar | 2 | EES1: Basic English Grammar 2 | 0.50 |
| 3 | M3 Basic Grammar | 3 | EES3: Present Forms | 1.00 |
| 3 | M3 Basic Grammar | 4 | EES4: Past Forms | 1.00 |
| 3 | M3 Basic Grammar | 5 | EES5: Auxiliary Verbs | 0.50 |
| 4 | M4 Support and Signposting | 1 | EES1: Support with hosting | 0.50 |
| 4 | M4 Support and Signposting | 1 | EES2: Support with teaching | 0.50 |
| 4 | M4 Support and Signposting | 1 | EES3: Signposting | 0.50 |
| CC | EE Course Conclusion | 1 | EES1: Certification and next steps | 0.25 |
| Total | 10.00 |
Certificates
A course certificate is sent by email upon successful course completion. Click on the certificate below to see a pop-up preview.
Frequently asked questions
Is this 10-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 10-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.
What do I need to study the interactive version?
The interactive version runs on our online learning platform and works on a PC, Mac or tablet, so all you need is a reliable internet connection. Prefer to work offline? The offline version lets you download the coursework in PDF/Word and study without being connected.
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
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.
Read Global English reviews TEFL Course Review
Peer reviewed by three experienced teachers, who work with refugees in the UK, read their comments on the course below:
"This course is carefully prepared, clearly set out, easy to access and use, and there is a sense of being well supported.
Module one provides a very good general lead-in, which will reassure anyone who is new to the issue of working with refugees. I loved the videos from the refugees themselves. They tell us real stories beyond the news headlines and sensational statistics, these are real lives and real people.
Module two introduces essential English with good videos and is delivered in a very reassuring style, with the main focus on keeping everything simple. Louisa’s video is really friendly and accessible. She speaks clearly and carefully without being patronising. I loved the miming activities and it was very easy to progress through the slides. This will really help anyone new to teaching.
Module three gets the trainee to grips with grammar. It’s a worthwhile, unpressured lead-in for those who have not regularly used grammar books to teach. Particularly useful is that some language mistakes that Ukrainian nationals could make are mentioned.
Module four brings the course to life. It was really interesting to hear about real experiences from a family hosting a Ukrainian refugee and also the videos from experienced teachers on what works well for them.
I can fully recommend the Enter English course. I think it’s useful for teachers, hosts, and all supporters of Ukrainians and foreign nationals."
Rose Edney
"The first module about refugee status etc. was very helpful as, though we've been through the process of supporting a brother and sister get leave to remain in the UK (because of persecution in their own country) and even had an asylum seeker live with us, this module brings us bang up to date with current legislation and terminology.
I find the videos very helpful and the questions help me keep up concentration."
Helen Watt
"I think the course will be excellent for people wanting to support refugees with learning English and I would be happy to recommend it."
Sue Coleman