TEFL - TESOL Certificates
TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) and TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) are the most fundamental and universal certificates for anyone who wants to teach English around the world.
At Study First Academy we do more than give you a certificate; we equip you to teach English with a professional methodology to students of every age, anywhere in the world.
What Are TEFL and TESOL? What Is the Difference?
The two terms are often used interchangeably, but there is a small difference in focus:
- TEFL
- Designed for teaching English in countries where English is not the native language (e.g. Türkiye, China, Brazil).
- TESOL
- Covers teaching English both to immigrants in English-speaking countries and to learners worldwide. It is a broader umbrella term.
- Common Ground
- Both certificates entitle you to teach at private schools, language centres and online platforms from Thailand to Brazil and from Dubai to Spain.
Study First Academy TEFL & TESOL Prep Programme
Our prep programme follows international accreditation standards (a minimum 120-hour curriculum) and is built on a "Hands-on Training" model that makes candidates confident from the moment they walk into the classroom.
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Module: Methodology and Pedagogy
- Learning Styles: How do you reach visual, auditory and kinaesthetic learners?
- Classroom Management: How do you handle crowded classes, mixed age groups and discipline problems?
- Elicitation: How do you draw the answer out of the student instead of simply giving the information?
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Module: Grammar and Skills Teaching
- Skill Teaching: Building creative lesson flows for reading, writing, listening and speaking skills.
- Grammar and Vocabulary: Techniques for teaching English grammar through gamification and context rather than memorisation.
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Module: Lesson Planning
- PPP Model: Preparing flawless lesson plans with Presentation, Practice and Production stages.
- Material Design: Integrating non-coursebook materials, technology tools and digital platforms into your lessons.
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Module: Career and Job Placement Counselling
- Global CV Writing: Creating a CV that meets the expectations of international language schools.
- Demo Lesson Preparation: Tactics to stand out in the sample lesson (demo lesson) required in job interviews.
Why Study First Academy?
| Feature | Study First Academy Advantage |
|---|---|
| International Standards | A 120+ hour curriculum structure recognised worldwide. |
| Practical Focus | Beyond theory: real classroom simulations and video analyses. |
| Online & Face-to-Face Options | Hybrid training models that fit your flexible schedule. |
| Worldwide Network | Post-graduation guidance on job opportunities abroad and legal procedures. |
Who Should Join This Programme?
- University students or graduates who are confident in their English and want to live and work abroad.
- People who want to change careers, travel the world and earn an income along the way (Digital Nomads).
- Educators who want to modernise their existing teaching skills with international techniques.
"Teach English to the world for a career without borders. Set off with Study First Academy, your profession packed in your suitcase."
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