Qualifi Level 5 Certificate in Teaching English as a Foreign Language with Practice (CertTEFL) (The TEFL Academy)

Qualification Overview

This qualification has been developed to enhance the professionalism of the global TEFL sector. The programme is designed to equip learners with the academic knowledge, practical skills, and professional attributes required to start a career as an English as a Foreign Language (EFL) teacher.

The Level 5 programme ensures that learners acquire a thorough understanding of language systems and widely used teaching methodologies, preparing them for a career in TEFL. Upon completion, learners will be equipped to work as independent, entry-level teachers, with the ability to design and deliver appropriate lessons and courses for their students without additional support if needed.

Additionally, learners have the option to pursue unaccredited short follow-on courses, allowing them to specialise in a particular area of teaching if they wish.

Units

Teaching Practice and Classroom Skills
Developing Receptive and Productive Language skills
Methodologies for Teaching a New Language
Awareness of Learners
Language Awareness
Designing Learning Materials

Learning Outcomes

To introduce students to a range of practical teaching techniques and procedures, as well as the principles of lesson planning for foreign language lessons.
To develop students’ understanding of reading, listening, speaking, and writing skills, enabling them to master fundamental techniques for enhancing these skills in language teaching.
To familiarise students with methods for teaching new grammar, vocabulary, and functional language, providing opportunities for practical application.
To raise awareness of the importance of considering learners’ individual and collective needs, aptitudes, motivations, and cultural backgrounds when planning lessons and courses.
To introduce approaches for teaching both General English and various ESP (English for Specific Purposes) classes.
To provide students with a solid grasp of English pronunciation, vocabulary, and grammar for teaching purposes, equipping them to analyse language independently.
To acquaint students with potential sources of teaching materials and demonstrate how these can be effectively adapted and utilised in the classroom.

Entry Requirements

This qualification has been developed to be inclusive, with no unnecessary barriers to entry or progression. There are no formal entry requirements.

For applicants whose first language is not English, evidence of proficiency is required, such as:

CEFR Level C1 (minimum Cambridge Advanced grade C)
IELTS 7.0
GESE Grade 10
TOEFL 95 (or equivalent).

Additionally, a fundamental understanding of English language structure is essential. This will be assessed through a pre-interview task and the interview itself.

Specifications

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Qualification title:	Qualifi Level 5 Certificate in Teaching English as a Foreign Language with Practice (CertTEFL) (The TEFL Academy)
Qualification type:	Vocational Related Qualification (Higher Education)
Level:	5
Accreditation status:	Accredited
Credit Equivalency:	20
Qualification number (RQF):	603/5428/8
Progression routes:	A pathway to study for a higher level of qualification in teaching and/or linguistics
Availability:	UK and international

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