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How Our Online TESOL/TEFL Certification Works

OnTESOL will teach you the skills you need to become a reflective, adaptive, and independent English teacher—all at your own pace. Our online TESOL/TEFL courses combine flexibility, hands-on training, and comprehensive support to prepare you for a rewarding career as an English teacher. Discover what’s included and how you’ll progress through our programs.

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Choose your online TESOL/TEFL course and enroll through our easy online registration process. Within 24 hours, you’ll receive access to your course materials and student portal.

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Study at your own pace through interactive modules, downloadable course materials, and hands-on lesson planning assignments that help you build real classroom skills.

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Receive personalized support and feedback from your dedicated tutor as you complete assignments and develop your lesson planning skills.

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Earn your TEFL/TESOL certificate from an accredited institute and begin your teaching career with confidence. Access OnTESOL’s career resources, including job boards and alumni support.

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Optional Practicum Module: Observe real classes, teach ESL students, and gain practical classroom skills.

Step 1: Enroll Online and Start Learning

Upon registration, you’ll receive the Course Activation email within 24 hours. This email contains everything you need to get started, including login details and important information about your course.

Interactive Live Option: Enroll in the 168-hour Hybrid TEFL Certificate to attend live lectures with other peers, ask live questions, and participate in group activities to improve your performance in the grammar, phonology, and methodology modules.

What’s Included?

  • Textbook (Printable / Online / Mobile)
  • Video Tutorials
  • Recorded ESL Lessons for Class Observation
  • FAQ Videos
  • Tutor Feedback and Support
  • Live Workshops (Optional)
  • Interactive Practice Quizzes to Keep You Engaged and Monitor Your Progress
  • Lab Assignment Preparation Videos
  • Job Assistance
  • Hard and Soft Copies of Certificates and Transcripts Included
  • Verified Digital Badges
Read more: What’s Included

Step 2: Learn at Your Own Pace with Interactive Course Material

At OnTESOL, you can complete your certification at your own pace, making it easy to fit your studies around work, travel, or other commitments. Each course is structured to allow for independent progress, so you can review materials as often as you need.

  • Self-Paced Modules: Each module unlocks as you progress, letting you focus on one topic at a time. There’s no rush—take as much time as you need within the course deadline.
  • Course Materials: Your course includes a variety of resources, including downloadable textbooks, instructional videos, and interactive assignments to support your learning. You can also print the materials for easy offline reference.

Assignments and Exams

To complete the course, you will need to pass a variety of multiple-choice tests, reflection questions, and lesson planning Lab Assignments.

What’s a Lab Assignment?
Lab Assignments require you to plan step-by-step lessons following major ESL lesson planning frameworks under the Communicative Language Teaching method. These assignments teach the structure behind a standard lesson in an ESL textbook and provide methods to supplement or replace it with engaging real-world materials and memorable activities that enhance language learning and acquisition.

Step 3. Receive Personalized Support from Experienced Tutors

Your success matters to us, which is why each OnTESOL student is matched with a dedicated, experienced tutor. Our tutors provide continuous support to guide you through each step of the course and answer any questions you may have.

  • Grammar and Phonology Wizards: Message our Senior Tutors through the Wizard tool on your course dashboard.
  • Personalized Feedback: Receive in-depth feedback on each lesson planning assignment to strengthen your skills and prepare you for real-world teaching.
  • Learning at Your Own Pace: This structure allows for a meaningful, academic conversation with your tutors, so you can engage deeply with the course content.

At OnTESOL, we hire teacher trainers with more than 10 years of experience in the ESL classroom and more than 5 years of experience in CELTA, Trinity CertTESOL, or TESL Canada approved courses. Some of our tutors bring more than 30 years of industry expertise! All of our tutors are TESL Canada recognized, ensuring you receive professional guidance from highly qualified and experienced educators.

Step 4: Earn Your TESOL/TEFL Certification

Once you’ve completed all modules, assignments, and tasks, you’ll receive your TESOL/TEFL certificate from an internationally recognized and accredited institute:

  • Instantly download your TEFL / TESOL certificate and transcript to apply for jobs online.
  • Career Support and Alumni Resources: Access job boards, career advice, and free alumni resources to stay up-to-date with teaching methods and trends.
  • Lifetime Certification: Your OnTESOL certificate is recognized and valid for life
  • Verifiable Digital Badges: Receive a verifiable digital badge to showcase your achievement. These badges can be shared on LinkedIn or other platforms, allowing employers to instantly verify your TESOL/TEFL certification and your qualifications.

Accreditation

OnTESOL is accredited and recognized by the leading organizations in Post-Secondary Education and TESOL / TEFL training from Canada and the USA.

Our ACCET accreditation means you will earn Continuing Education Units (CEUs) with the OnTESOL certificate to maintain your state teaching licence and meet employment requirements in the USA.

To become eligible for TESL Canada certification, OnTESOL graduates must complete the Practicum, hold an undergraduate degree, and be native speakers or hold a valid English Language Proficiency score.

OnTESOL Accrediations
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Step 5. Optional and Separate* Complete a Teaching Practice Module Anywhere in the World

Enhance your skills and gain hands-on experience with our optional and separate Practicum module, which you can complete anywhere in the world after finishing your online course. This module provides an invaluable opportunity to apply what you’ve learned with OnTESOL in real teaching environments.

  • Classroom Observations: Observe an experienced ESL teacher in action, allowing you to learn effective classroom management techniques and instructional strategies.
  • Teach Real ESL Students: Put your lesson planning and teaching skills into practice by leading your own classes with real ESL students.
  • Flexible Timing: Complete the Practicum at your convenience—there’s no deadline, so you can take this step when you’re ready to build additional practical experience.
Read more: How does the practicum work?

*TESL Canada Certification:
For those seeking TESL Canada certification, the Practicum is a required component.

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