Our Accreditations
OnTESOL is accredited and recognized by the leading Post-Secondary Education and TESOL/TEFL/TESL training organizations from Canada and the United States.
Learn moreU.S. Department of Education Recognized Agency
ACCET (Accrediting Council for Continuing Education & Training) has been recognized by the U.S. Department of Education since 1978 as a reliable authority on educational quality. OnTESOL received ACCET accreditation in 2023.
Accredited by:
Accrediting Council for
Continuing Education & Training
Also Recognized by:
TESL Canada
Professional Standards 1 & 2
ACCET Accredited Since:
2023
3-year accreditation
through August 2026
Understanding the U.S. Department of Education recognized accrediting agency — and what it means for your TESOL/TEFL certificate.
Recognized by the U.S. Department of Education since 1978, ACCET is a reliable authority on educational quality that supports a diverse array of non-traditional post-secondary educational providers, including online TEFL/TESOL institutes such as OnTESOL.
ACCET accreditation represents both an organizational commitment to and a strategic plan for quality training. To meet ACCET accreditation standards for avocational e-learning institutions, OnTESOL is required to follow 9 accreditation standards, which positively impact the objectives of our organization and the quality of the online TEFL/TESOL certification courses we offer in the United States and internationally.
Dual accreditation. OnTESOL is both ACCET accredited and TESL Canada recognized — giving your certificate the strongest possible credentials for teaching jobs in Canada, the U.S., and worldwide.
ACCET accreditation provides tangible advantages for your certificate, your career, and the quality of your training.
Students who complete the TEFL/TESOL certification course with OnTESOL earn Continuing Education Units (CEUs) with their OnTESOL certificate. CEUs can be used by K-12 teachers to maintain their teaching license and ESL teachers to meet U.S. employer requirements.
ACCET accreditation means OnTESOL meets rigorous quality benchmarks across 9 standards — covering educational objectives, curriculum, student services, faculty qualifications, and continuous improvement. This ensures your training meets or exceeds the standards of traditional in-class programs.
ACCET is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education, which gives OnTESOL certificates credibility with employers worldwide. Combined with TESL Canada recognition, your certificate qualifies for government authentication through Global Affairs Canada — required for work visas in countries like South Korea, Japan, Vietnam, and the UAE.
Every OnTESOL course earns ACCET-recognized Continuing Education Units. Here’s what each course provides.
| OnTESOL Course | Hours | CEUs Earned |
|---|---|---|
| 120-Hour Advanced TESOL/TEFL Certificate | 120 hours | 12 CEUs |
| 250-Hour TESOL Diploma | 250 hours | 25 CEUs |
| 20-Hour TEYL Certificate | 20 hours | 2 CEUs |
| 20-Hour Teaching Business English Certificate | 20 hours | 2 CEUs |
| 20-Hour Teaching English Online Certificate | 20 hours | 2 CEUs |
| 20-Hour Teaching IELTS Certificate | 20 hours | 2 CEUs |
ACCET accreditation supports OnTESOL with raising our standards of training, including the development of innovative features and services.
As a result of the rigorous accreditation stage lasting 18+ months, OnTESOL developed new processes and services that have transformed our e-learning institution. We started in 2020 by implementing a new LMS to modernize our courses, help us with data analytics about student progress, and reach our students to participate in surveys that guide continuous educational reviews and course improvements.
The new technologies and processes we implemented to meet ACCET accreditation standards resulted in industry-first innovative live features such as the 10-hour Lesson Planning Workshop (2022). These live components set OnTESOL apart from foundational TEFL courses that rely solely on self-study.
On August 31, 2023, OnTESOL received its initial 3-year accreditation until August 31, 2026. Throughout this period, OnTESOL remains highly committed to monitor, review, and improve upon the processes and services as part of our long-term strategy. ACCET offers initial accreditation for 1-year, 3-year, and 5-year periods that include an ongoing process for the organization to monitor standards prior to renewal.
From CA$650. Self-paced. ACCET accredited. TESL Canada recognized. Tutor support and job assistance included.
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