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The 60-Hour Introductory Educator TEFL/TESOL Certification offers an affordable option for teachers seeking to acquire a foundation in TEFL/TESOL theory and learn practical teaching skills. This self-study course prepares you to design effective lesson plans for teaching reading, writing, listening, and speaking. You can easily upgrade to the 120-Hour Master Certificate at any time to qualify for teaching jobs!

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60-Hour Introductory Educator Certificate

(6 CEUs)

Grasp basic TEFL theory, and learn how to incorporate key English skills into your lesson plans.

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Work at your own pace–complete in 3 months or less.

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Instructional videos, downloadable resources, quizzes & activities, and discussion board.

Continuing education units

Earn up to 6 Continuing Education Units (CEUs).

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Access the Bridge Job Board to connect with our Preferred Employer Partners and explore resources to support your TEFL job search.

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student 60-Hour Introductory Educator Certificate Course Information

Length 12 weeks
Start date The course starts the day you enroll
Certification hours 60 hours
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Format 100% online and self-paced.
Language requirements B1 CEFR level; proof of language proficiency is not required. (See Course Requirements below for more details.)
Instructors Personal tutor (experienced ESL/EFL instructor) to grade assignments and provide support.
CEUs available 6 CEUs (Learn more about earning CEUs below.)

Modules 1-13: Core Teacher Training

Module 01 The Role of the Teacher and Learner and Language Learning Methodology
Module 02 Classroom Management
Module 03 Language Systems and Skills, and a Brief History of English
Module 04 Acquiring a New Language
Module 05 Testing for the EFL/ESL Student
Module 06 Culture and the EFL/ESL Classroom
Module 07 Teaching the Receptive Skills: Reading and Listening
Module 08 Productive Skills - Speaking and Writing
Module 09 Teaching Vocabulary
Module 10 Teaching Grammar
Module 11 Teaching Phonology
Module 12 Planning Lessons
Module 13 Using Visual Aids, Technology, Activities and Games

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Module Quizzes

16
Tutor Graded Assignments

18
Instructional Videos


Access to Resources: EFL/ESL Glossary  Grammar Tools 
Learning Objectives

When you complete our course, you’ll be able to:

  • Analyze the personal characteristics, roles, and habits of successful EFL teachers and learners.
  • Identify the characteristics of effective classroom instructions and strategies.
  • Categorize English into language systems: vocabulary, grammatical structure, phonology, and function to help focus on specific areas of language study and instruction.
  • Explain the reasons and methods for testing English language learners.
  • Outline the components that thorough lesson plans should have and prepare effective lesson plans for an EFL classroom that integrate effective activities supported with classroom visual aids and technology.
  • AND MORE!

These resources are designed to make the process of finding TEFL jobs or advancing in the field as clear and easy as possible for our graduates. You’ll learn how to improve your resume, find and apply to TEFL jobs, and ace your interview so that you can get the teaching job of your dreams. If you’re already teaching, you’ll find helpful information on continuing professional development, recommended TESOL organizations you can join, and teaching resources you can use in your own classroom. You’ll also learn how to take advantage of Bridge’s job placement services and connect to our community of TEFL teachers and schools worldwide.

Module 01 Finding a Job, Downloading Your Certificate, and Updating Your Resume
Module 02 Stay Connected with Bridge!
Module 03 TEFL / TESOL Professional Development Opportunities

Age 18 years of age or older.
Education High school diploma or the equivalent. Proof of graduation or transcript is NOT required.
Language An intermediate or higher level of English proficiency (B1 level, according to the CEFR, the Common European Framework Reference for Language). Proof of language proficiency is NOT required.
Technology Internet access with the ability to stream and watch videos. Access to desktop/laptop computer highly recommended.

Continuing Education Unit (CEUs) are nationally recognized units of measurement for participation in non-credit, continuing education programs. Bridge is accredited by ACCET (the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training), and any ACCET-approved Bridge course, including our online TEFL programs, can be taken for 1 CEU per 10 hours of TEFL course instruction.

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The Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (Ofqual) is the regulator of qualifications, examinations and assessments in England and the regulator of vocational qualifications in Northern Ireland.

Bridge courses have been similarly reviewed and recommended for university credit equivalencies by The American Council on Education (ACE Credit) and many university partners. Bridge is a post-secondary institution accredited by ACCET (recognized by the U.S. Department of Education) and AQUEDUTO (Association for Quality Education and Training Online). Our certifications are regulated by our accrediting agencies, and we ensure that the targeted knowledge, skills, and outcomes are addressed through depictive course assessments. Further, we are committed to making sure that our learners have a positive experience from start to finish and that our programs prepare modern teachers for career success.

To learn more about Bridge’s accreditation and university credit opportunities, please review the following chart. Please note that Ofqual equivalencies are equated to the university credit recommendations provided by the American Council on Education (ACE Credit®) and our university partners.

OFQUAL
LEVEL

BRIDGE COURSES AND HOURS UNIVERSITY EQUIVALENCEY & CREDIT BEARING DETAILS
Level 7
IDELTOnline
(International Diploma in English Language Teaching)
150 hours
Level 6
Master TEFL Certificate
120 Hours
Level 5
Specialized Certificates
(20-60 hours)
Level 4
Micro-Credentials
(10-30 hours)

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Accredited by:
COURSES RECOGNIZED BY:
RECOMMENDED FOR CREDIT BY:

Common Questions about the 60-Hour Introductory Educator Certificate

You must be at least 18 years and have a high school diploma or the equivalent to take this course. If English is not your first language, you must also have an English proficiency level of at least B1 (according to the Common European Framework), which is a score of approximately 5.0 on the IELTS test.

The average amount of time most students take to complete the 60-hour course is 6 weeks, but you may take more or less time, depending on factors such as your other time obligations, how quickly you work, and how many hours you are able to dedicate to the course per week.

You have three months to complete this course. If you need more time, you may purchase a 3-month extension. This may be done while your course is still active or up to a year after it has expired.

No textbook is required for this course. All the materials you’ll need are available in the online platform.

Yes, it is. You can log in anytime and work on your own schedule when it’s convenient for you. Please note, however, that your personal tutor will provide feedback and a grade on at least one assignment for each of the 13 modules, and he or she requires one business day to do so.

There is no final exam in the 60-Hour Introductory Educator Certificate course. Each of the 13 modules has a final, multiple-choice quiz at the end, and most also have required written assignments. The quiz and module assignments (if there are any in that module) average together to make your total grade for a given module. Your final grade in the course is an average of your grades in all 13 modules.

Yes. There are 1-2 required written assignments per module in this course. Each assignment is about 500-800 words. When you submit an assignment, your tutor will provide feedback and a grade on it by end of the following business day.

It is unlikely you will fail the course since your final grade is an average of 13 modules’ grades. Each module’s grade is made up at least one of two components: the module assignment(s) and the module quiz. If you fail a module quiz, you cannot retake it; however, if you fail a module assignment, you have one chance to resubmit it for a passing grade.

Bridge online TEFL / TESOL courses require access to the Internet, including the ability to watch online videos using a flash player, such as Adobe. The courses may be completed on any device, including a desktop computer, laptop, tablet, or smartphone.

No, it does not, but you can add one by registering for the 20-hour Guided Teaching Practicum. This practicum provides the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a real ESL classroom and meet the requirements of more teaching jobs.

Yes! The course itself includes a section about professional development, with job tips by region, resume help, and other resources. You’ll also get access to the Bridge Job Board, where pre-approved employers post open teaching positions around the globe to which you can apply.

Yes, definitely! Upgrading to the 120-Hour Master Certificate is easy, and you can do it anytime from right within in your course. You won’t repeat any sections if you upgrade; you’ll simply build on the coursework you’ve already completed.

Yes! Our online TEFL courses are ACCET-accredited and may be taken for CEUs. You earn 1 CEU for every 10 hours of TEFL certification. For example, an online TEFL course of 100 hours would be eligible for 10 CEUs Click here to learn more about CEUs.

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