CIEE TEFL Certification Courses

The difficulty of the CIEE 150-Hour TEFL Certificate course varies depending on the student's prior experience and knowledge of the English language and teaching strategies. However, most students find the course to be challenging but rewarding. The course is comparable to a university-level class, and CIEE TEFL alumni estimate they needed to dedicate 12 to 15 hours per week to be successful. Overall, proper time management and organization is important for success in this course.

Yes, you can get a TEFL certification without a degree. In fact, CIEE TEFL does not require a degree for admission to our TEFL courses. All you need is to be a proficient English speaker and be over the age of 18.

If you don't have a degree, it’s especially important to choose an accredited TEFL program, such as CIEE TEFL, to ensure your certificate is valid worldwide.

Once you have completed your TEFL program, you can begin your search for TEFL jobs around the world. CIEE TEFL courses include job search assistance to help you look for a job after graduation.

There are countries that do not require a degree for TEFL teachers, as long as they have a TEFL certification. 

The length of TEFL job contracts varies depending on the country, the type of school, and the position itself. However, most TEFL contracts are for one academic year, which is typically 10-12 months.

Some schools also offer shorter contracts, such as summer camps or part-time positions. These contracts can be a good option for people who are new to TEFL or who are looking for a more flexible schedule.

If you are interested in teaching English abroad for a longer period of time, you may be able to renew your contract or find a new job at another school. Some TEFL teachers teach abroad for several years, even decades. 

TEFL stands for Teaching English as a Foreign Language, and TESOL stands for Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages. Both terms refer to the teaching of English to students whose native language is not English. However, there is a subtle difference between the two.

In general, TEFL is used to refer to teaching English in a foreign country, while TESOL is used to refer to teaching English to speakers of other languages in any setting.

However, it is important to note that the two terms are often used interchangeably. For example, a job posting for a TEFL teacher in China might also say that the position is open to TESOL teachers. This is because both qualifications are equally relevant for the job.