English as a Second Language (ESL) Training at English 1

They say Rome wasn’t built in a day and for a good reason! To build something amazing takes some time and attention. You have to start with the foundations. In the ESL world, before you start your training, you have to gain a Teaching English as Foreign Language (TEFL) certification, which recognises that you have an understanding of how to teach, as well as the theories associated with language learning.

Your ESL training starts once you have your TEFL. Depending on the company or school you work with, full training lasts from two weeks to a month, but there are many other opportunities to train and develop throughout your career.

It might seem strange to get a qualification before you train, but in the ESL world, this is normal. Most training is done on the job, and a solid foundation is necessary to start.

TEFL courses can be taken online and vary in price depending on the length of the course. In general, the 120-hour TEFL course is recommended, as this is the minimum requirement to teach overseas in most countries. If you apply to teach at English 1, we can sponsor your TEFL certification.

To learn more about sponsored TEFL certifications, click the button below.

Usually, training starts after you have arrived in your chosen country and have settled in. During your first few weeks, we’ll pay for your hotel stay, and you will meet the training team and get into the swing of things. In the beginning, you’ll attend a few seminars, practise what you’ve learned with your fellow trainees, and then we’ll ease you into a classroom. Don’t worry if you have never taught before! We warmly welcome first-time teachers, alongside our many experienced educators, and provide all the training and resources needed to support you every step of the way and help you start strong.

At English 1, we’re passionate about education, and that includes our teachers' education as well. To help our teachers get the most out of their careers and develop, we offer further qualifications and professional development certifications that will help you take your career to the next level.

Your TEFL certification is the gateway to an ESL career. The next step would be to get a Certificate for Practising Teachers (CertPT) and then a Diploma in English Language Teaching Management (DELTM). These internationally recognised qualifications will help you stand out from the crowd and advance your career.