TEFL Certification and Accreditation Requirements
Enroll in our flexible online TEFL course to earn up to four distinct certificates, enabling you to teach English abroad, online, and in Canada or the USA. This course provides a pathway to TESL Canada certification and, as an accredited ACCET institute, awards up to 16 U.S. Continuing Education Units (CEUs).
Get started with your work visa and job applications before completing the full TEFL course!
The 120-hour Advanced TESOL Certificate issued by Coventry House International – OnTESOL from Toronto, Canada will be awarded to students registered in the 168-hour TEFL course for the completion of the core grammar, phonology, and methodology modules. This 120-hour certification meets the requirements for English teaching jobs abroad and online.
Earn 12 U.S Continuing Education Units upon completion of core modules: Grammar, Phonology, and Methodology
Become a lesson planning expert and qualify to teach English to young learners and online!
The 168-hour Hybrid TEFL Certificate issued by Coventry House International – OnTESOL from Toronto, Canada will be awarded for the completion of the core 120-hour course, the 10-hour Lesson Planning Workshop and the three specialist modules on teaching English to young learners, teaching English online, and using resources abroad.
Earn 4 U.S Continuing Education Units upon completing modules 4-6 plus the live 10-hour Lesson Planning Workshop.
Qualify to teach ESL in Canada!
Complete a separate 20-hour Practicum to receive the 140-hour Advanced TESOL Certificate with Practicum, which is eligible for TESL Canada Professional Standard 1 certification on completion of a university degree and English Language Proficiency requirement*.
*Non-native speakers who didn’t compete their undergraduate degree in a native English speaking country must get a valid proficiency score to qualify for TESL Canada certification.
168-hour Hybrid TEFL Certificate
How it Works
Semi-Synchronous Online TEFL
The 168-hour Hybrid TEFL Certificate course combines self-paced online study with the 12-hour Live TESOL / TEFL Module offered via Zoom: 1-hour Grammar Tutorial, 1-hour Phonology Tutorial, and 10-hour Lesson Planning Workshop.
You will pass the 168-hour TEFL certification course after completing all 6 modules and attending all four live sessions of the 10-hour Lesson Planning Workshop. (See Syllabus)
Self-Paced Learning: Enroll anytime and study at your own pace over a maximum of 8 months. Complete the course in as little as 7 weeks.
Live Workshops: Attend four live 2.5-hour workshops that guide you through lesson planning. These workshops are available monthly, so you can join when you reach the relevant course sections.
Dedicated Support: An experienced Teacher Trainer recognized by TESL Canada will be assigned to answer your questions, correct your Lab Assignments, and provide you with feedback on all your lesson plans.
Live Classes via Zoom
Study TEFL online with other peers and improve your performance in the course.
Flexible Semi-Synchronous Schedule:
Workshop Schedule: The workshops are held in four sessions, each lasting 2.5 hours. They begin with Workshop 1 on the first Tuesday of the month and conclude with Workshop 4 on the fourth Tuesday.
Flexible Attendance: The live classes take pace on a monthly basis, so you can spread your attendance throughout the duration of your course.
Key Dates
Study TEFL online at your own pace and attend the 12-hour Live TEFL / TESOL Module when you reach the respective sections in the course.
| Event | Date & Time |
|---|---|
| Workshop 1 |
First Tuesday of the month, 6 pm – 8:30 pm (GMT-5, Toronto time) Access after passing Assignment 2 in Methodology |
| Workshops 2, 3, 4 |
Every subsequent Tuesday, 6 pm – 8:30 pm (GMT-5, Toronto time) Starts with Workshop 1 on the first Tuesday and ends with Workshop 4 on the fourth Tuesday of the month |
| 1-hr Grammar Tutorial |
Every second Thursday of the month, 6 pm – 7 pm (GMT-5) Access after passing Module 1 |
| 1-hr Phonology Tutorial |
Every fourth Thursday of the month, 6 pm – 7 pm (GMT-5) Access after passing the grammar test |
TEFL Course Overview
SYLLABUS
This online TEFL certification course comprises six modules, including grammar, phonology, methodology, live workshops, and three specialist topics. Each module becomes accessible sequentially as you progress through the course. To earn the 168-hour Hybrid TEFL Certificate, you must successfully complete a variety of assignments and tests, including three practical lesson planning Lab Assignments.
Within your student account, you will gain access to the textbook, pre-recorded videos, live workshops, and a personal TESL Canada-approved tutor. Your tutor will not only correct your lesson plan Lab Assignments but also provide feedback and answer your questions throughout the course.
This module contains general information on the ESL/EFL/ELT industry and explains the characteristics of the adult learner (Andragogy), types of learning styles, and study skills techniques to help students maximize the learning process.
Module 2A: Grammar
In this module, we will cover the basics of English grammar. This material is designed to be accessible for so-called ‘pre-service’ trainees (that is, trainees who have never taught before), and for new teachers. For those with teaching experience, it will be a good refresher course.
• Chapter 1: Parts of Speech
• Chapter 2: Parts of a Sentence
• Chapter 3: Nouns
• Chapter 4: Pronouns
• Chapter 5: Adjectives- Determiners and Articles
• Chapter 6: Adverbs
• Chapter 7: Verbs
• Chapter 8: Conjunctions
• Chapter 9: Prepositions
• Chapter 10: Tenses
• Chapter 11: Ideas for Teaching grammar
1-hour Grammar Tutorial: You will have access after passing Module 1. Every second Thursday of the month. 6pm-7pm (GMT-5 Toronto time)
Module 2B: Phonology
In this module, we will cover the main features of pronunciation: Introduction to Phonology, Introduction to Phonemes, Getting to Know the Anatomy of the Mouth, Vowels, Diphthongs and Triphthongs, Consonants, Sentence Stress, Intonation.
• Chapter 1: Introduction to Phonology
• Chapter 2: Introduction to Phonemes
• Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Anatomy of the Mouth
• Chapter 4: Vowels, diphthongs and triphthongs
• Chapter 5: Consonants
• Chapter 6: Sentence Stress
• Chapter 7: Intonation
• Chapter 8: Teaching pronunciation
1-hour Phonology Tutorial: You will have access after passing the grammar test. Every fourth Thursday of the month. 6pm-7pm (GMT-5 Toronto time)
The Methodology Module includes all the self-paced chapters and assignments from the 120-hour course plus access to the live 10-hour Lesson Planning Workshops offered via Zoom:
- Principles of teaching English: methods and teaching theories
- Lesson planning for teaching English as a Foreign and Second Language: lesson planning skills
- Strategies and techniques for teaching: language skills (listening, reading, writing, and speaking), grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation
- Error correction techniques
- Learners’ assessment: types of testing and evaluation
- Classroom management strategies
- Teaching materials and aids: teacher-created, ESL published materials, and the use of authentic material ( i.e.: news, TV shows, movies, songs, articles, comics, etcetera).
- Using resources effectively when teaching English
Live 10-hour Lesson Planning Workshop:
Workshop #1: PPP for Grammar Lessons
Workshop #2: Designing Integrated Vocabulary Lessons
Workshop#3: Planning for Receptive Skills with PPP and ESA
Workshop#4: Authenticity in the Classroom and Task-based Learning
Each of the four 2.5-hour live workshops cover the most important sections of the methodology module in preparation for the lesson planning Lab Assignments. Attendees will have the opportunity to ask the trainers questions and participate in practical group activities.
Schedule and frequency: Access to the live workshops will be granted after passing assignment 2 (methodology). All live classes are on Tuesdays at 6pm-8:30pm (GMT-5 EST). Every monthly series of four 2.5 hour workshops starts with Workshop #1 on the first Tuesday of the month and ends with Workshop #4 on the fourth Tuesday of the month.
The Teaching English to Young Learners (TEYL) covers the following:
Introduction to Teaching Young Learners
- Characteristics of Young Learners
First and Second Language Acquisition
- Approaches and methods for teaching Young Learners
- Behaviorist Theory and Audio-Lingual Method (ALM)
- ALM and Total Physical Response (TPR)
- Cognitive Theory and Communicative Language Teaching (CLT)
Teaching Grammar to Young Learners
- Grammar syllabus in Kindergarten and Primary school
- Evaluating ESL teaching materials for Young Learners
Storytelling
- Reasons to use stories in the English class
- Getting ready to be a storyteller in the classroom
- Storytelling activities
The Teaching English Online (TEO) module covers:
- Teaching online basic equipment and online platforms
- Rewards and challenges of online teaching
- Assessing technology integration models: ADDIE Model; Triple E Framework
- Assessing digital tools
- Creating your own online program
- Synchronous vs. Asynchronous Learning
- Synchronous vs. Asynchronous tools
- Choosing digital tools and online materials
The TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) module covers the following:
Evaluating course books/textbooks:
- Selecting a textbook for a course or institution
- Selective use of course book materials
- Using the course book as a resource
- Course book assessment and adaptation process.
- The Internet as resource
- Evaluating the source
- Evaluating applicability
Integrating Resources for the Specific Teaching Environment:
- Accommodating levels, goals and interests
- Case studies in accommodating specific environments
- Teaching English in an English-speaking country (ESL) compared to teaching English in students’ home country (TEFL)
- Cultural considerations
- Case studies
- Using authentic material in multilingual ESL/EFL classes
Frequently Asked Questions
A TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) certificate is a globally recognized qualification required for English teaching jobs and work visas in countries around the world. While TEFL certification is primarily associated with teaching English abroad, there’s no significant difference between TEFL, TESOL, and TESL. What truly matters is the quality of the course. A high-quality TEFL certification will equip you with practical skills, including communicative and task-based ESL lesson planning frameworks, to teach English effectively in any international setting.
Yes, you can teach English online with a TEFL certificate! The 168-hour Hybrid TEFL Certificate includes a specialist module on teaching English online, designed to help you adapt classroom teaching methods to the virtual ESL environment.
As an OnTESOL graduate, you’ll also gain access to the OnTESOL Job Board, where thousands of online ESL teaching positions are available to help you launch your online teaching career.
Yes, this online TEFL certification is valid for teaching jobs in both Canada and the United States, provided you meet the necessary requirements.
Teaching in Canada:
To qualify for teaching jobs in Canada that require TESL Canada Professional Standard 1 certification, you must complete a 20-hour Practicum in addition to the online TEFL course. A BA degree is also required for most positions.
Teaching in the United States:
This TEFL certification is valid in the United States without the Practicum.
The minimum TEFL certification requirement to teach English abroad is 120 hours. This ensures you meet the basic qualifications for most teaching jobs and work visa requirements worldwide.
No, you do not need to complete CELTA after earning the 168-hour Hybrid TEFL Certificate with OnTESOL. This course is recognized by TESL Canada, providing the same professional-level training as the UK-based CELTA.
Many ESL teachers begin their careers with an online TEFL certification, like this one, and gain valuable experience teaching abroad or online. With the comprehensive training provided in OnTESOL’s Hybrid TEFL Certificate, there’s no need to take another 120-hour TESOL/TEFL/TESL/CELTA course to qualify for most teaching jobs worldwide.
The 120-hour Advanced TESOL Certificate focuses on the core skills ESL teachers need to excel in the Canadian and U.S. job markets. This course emphasizes teaching adult ESL immersion programs for international students and newcomers. It is academically equivalent to CELTA and meets TESL Canada requirements upon completion of the separate Practicum.
The 168-hour Hybrid TEFL Certificate is a comprehensive bundle that includes: The 120-hour Advanced TESOL Certificate, a 10-hour live Lesson Planning Workshop, and 3 specialist modules designed to prepare you for teaching abroad and teaching online.
This program provides more extensive training than a 4-week CELTA course and also meets TESL Canada requirements when combined with the separate Practicum. It’s ideal for those who want additional live training and specialized preparation for a variety of teaching contexts.
The 168-hour Hybrid TEFL Certificate course requires the completion of 12 assignments or exams, incorporating unique features that set it apart from other TEFL programs. These include standard grammar and phonology modules designed to test your knowledge and provide valuable resources you can refer to throughout your ESL teaching career.
A key component of the course is the three major Lab Assignments, which focus on developing practical lesson planning skills using internationally recognized frameworks such as PPP, ESA, and TBL. Each Lab Assignment is reviewed by an experienced and accredited TEFL Trainer, who provides personalized feedback to help you refine your teaching approach.
To complete the 168-hour Hybrid TEFL Certificate, you must also attend all four sessions of the 10-hour Live Lesson Planning Workshop. These interactive sessions, which include participation in breakout group activities, become accessible after completing Assignment 3 in methodology. It is recommended that you attend the live classes before working on the Lab Assignments related to each session to gain additional insights and practical guidance.
The course also includes forum-based activities, where you can collaborate with and learn from other TEFL trainees. Additionally, you will complete specialist modules on Teaching English to Young Learners and Teaching English Online, which prepare you for entry-level teaching jobs abroad (many involving K-12 students) and for remote, flexible ESL teaching opportunities.
The 168-hour Hybrid TEFL Certificate course offered by OnTESOL is a globally recognized certification, valid for teaching English abroad, online, and in Canada or the USA. It provides comprehensive training that prepares you to teach English worldwide with advanced skills and knowledge.
This course stands out for its practical and career-focused approach. It includes three major Lab Assignments designed to teach advanced lesson planning skills, helping you master internationally recognized frameworks like PPP, ESA, and TBL. To further enhance your expertise, the program offers 10 contact hours of live TEFL training through the innovative Lesson Planning Workshop, where you can practice real-world teaching scenarios in an interactive, instructor-led setting.
The course also features three specialist modules to prepare you for a wide range of teaching opportunities. These modules focus on teaching English to young learners, teaching English online, and teaching English in foreign countries, giving you the tools to succeed in diverse teaching environments. For those pursuing TESL Canada certification, a 20-hour Practicum is available after completing the course, allowing you to meet the professional standards required for Canadian certification.
OnTESOL’s 168-hour Hybrid TEFL Certificate combines the flexibility of self-paced online learning with the dynamic experience of live, instructor-led training, ensuring you are well-prepared for both the classroom and virtual teaching roles.
You will have a maximum of 8 months to complete 168-hour Hybrid TEFL Certificate course from the day we activate your course (24 business hours after you register).
This online TEFL Certificate course includes a 10-hour Lesson Planning Workshop delivered via Zoom. These four live workshops become available after you pass Assignment 2 in methodology, as they are directly related to the lesson planning chapters of the TEFL course.
Attending the live workshops is not required to complete the core 120-hour Advanced TESOL Certificate included in this program. However, to earn the full 168-hour Hybrid TEFL Certificate, you must attend all four live sessions.
The live 10-hour Lesson Planning Workshop included in the 168-hour Hybrid TEFL Certificate course takes place every Tuesday from 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM (Toronto time). Each series of the four 2.5-hour workshops begins with Workshop #1 (PPP for Grammar Lessons) on the first Tuesday of every month.
This schedule allows trainees to join live sessions regularly and complete their training in a structured and interactive environment.
Upon completing the 168-hour Hybrid TEFL Certificate course with Coventry House International-OnTESOL, you will receive two certificates: the 120-hour Advanced TESOL Certificate and the 168-hour Hybrid TEFL Certificate. An e-copy of your certificates will be sent to you via email immediately after completing the course, and a print copy will be mailed to any location worldwide. Each certificate includes a unique verification code that employers, embassies, and government authentication offices can use to verify your credentials.
Graduates of the 168-hour Hybrid TEFL Certificate course can also apply for TESL Canada Professional Standard 1 or TESL Ontario CTESOL certification. To qualify for these additional certifications, you must complete a 20-hour Practicum, hold a BA degree in any field, and, for non-native speakers, provide proof of English proficiency if your university degree was not earned in an English-speaking country.
Not all TEFL training courses are created equal, and many online TEFL programs provide only introductory-level training that can be completed quickly on a mobile phone. While these courses might offer a fast route to obtaining a TEFL qualification, they often fail to equip trainees with the essential skills needed to become an effective English as a Second Language (ESL) teacher.
The 168-hour Hybrid TEFL Certificate course offered by OnTESOL stands apart by focusing on practical, career-ready training. You will complete advanced assignments, including lesson planning tasks that teach you how to design effective, communicative, and task-based ESL lessons. These assignments ensure you develop the skills to integrate grammar, vocabulary, and the four language skills (reading, writing, listening, and speaking) into your teaching.
Unlike quick online certifications, which are typically valid only for entry-level or low-paying ESL jobs, OnTESOL provides professional-level training that opens the door to higher-paying teaching opportunities in North America and abroad. With a focus on real-world applications, this course ensures you’re fully prepared for the demands of the ESL teaching profession.
Yes, you do. The days of casually landing a teaching job abroad without proper qualifications are long gone.
Today, most countries require a BA degree in any field and an accredited TESOL/TESL/TEFL certification as minimum qualifications for teaching English abroad. In fact, a recognized TEFL certification is often mandatory to secure a work visa in many countries.
168-hour Hybrid TEFL Certificate
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Tuition Fee: 
CA$799
Tuition Fee:
US$570
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