tefl certification made simple!

Do I really need a TEFL certificate?

Short answer: For the vast majority of teaching jobs (and visas), certification is key.
Having a TEFL/TESOL certificate shows employers you've got the essential training to confidently teach English to non-native speakers. Many countries and online teaching platforms actually require certification before they'll hire you or issue a visa.
With our accredited 120-hour TEFL course, you'll gain the skills and confidence to land teaching jobs anywhere in the world—online, overseas, or even from home!
When you finish, you'll get a personalised, internationally recognised certificate, featuring your name, completion date, and a unique verification ID—your official ticket to teach worldwide!
Having a TEFL/TESOL certificate shows employers you've got the essential training to confidently teach English to non-native speakers. Many countries and online teaching platforms actually require certification before they'll hire you or issue a visa.
With our accredited 120-hour TEFL course, you'll gain the skills and confidence to land teaching jobs anywhere in the world—online, overseas, or even from home!
When you finish, you'll get a personalised, internationally recognised certificate, featuring your name, completion date, and a unique verification ID—your official ticket to teach worldwide!
Is simpleTEFL legit?
(hint: Yes!)
We're proud to be accreditated by:

Yes! Our 120-hour course is fully accredited by GATE, a respected international TEFL/TESOL course accrediting body.
This means our course meets rigorous educational standards and is regularly reviewed for quality, reliability, and student support.
With GATE’s international recognition behind the course, you can feel confident you're getting trusted, professional TEFL training that’s respected worldwide.
This means our course meets rigorous educational standards and is regularly reviewed for quality, reliability, and student support.
With GATE’s international recognition behind the course, you can feel confident you're getting trusted, professional TEFL training that’s respected worldwide.
We're proud to be accreditated by:

Yes! Our 120-hour course is fully accredited by GATE, a respected international TEFL/TESOL course accrediting body.
This means our course meets rigorous educational standards and is regularly reviewed for quality, reliability, and student support.
With GATE’s international recognition behind the course, you can feel confident you're getting trusted, professional TEFL training that’s respected worldwide.
This means our course meets rigorous educational standards and is regularly reviewed for quality, reliability, and student support.
With GATE’s international recognition behind the course, you can feel confident you're getting trusted, professional TEFL training that’s respected worldwide.
How does it work?
No experience? No problem!
Got more questions?
We've got answers!
Is this course right for me?
If you’re looking to start teaching English online or abroad — especially with no experience — then yes, this course was made for you!
It’s designed to be beginner-friendly, flexible, and practical. Whether you’re a gap year traveller, career-changer, or just curious about teaching, we’ll guide you every step of the way.
It’s designed to be beginner-friendly, flexible, and practical. Whether you’re a gap year traveller, career-changer, or just curious about teaching, we’ll guide you every step of the way.
How long does it take to complete?
Most people finish in 2–6 weeks, depending on how much time they can commit each week.
But there’s no deadline and you can go completely at your own pace.
But there’s no deadline and you can go completely at your own pace.
Do I need to be a native English speaker?
Not at all. If you have a good level of English (B2 or above), you’re welcome to join!
We’ve helped many non-native speakers become amazing English teachers.
We’ve helped many non-native speakers become amazing English teachers.
Will I get a certificate when I finish?
Yes! You’ll get a digital certificate instantly when you complete the course. If you need a printed one, we can post it to you too.
Can I teach online after the course?
Absolutely! This course is recognised by all the major online teaching platforms and prepares you for both online and in-person jobs. We even cover tips and tools for setting up your online teaching profile.
What support do I get during and after the course?
During the course, you’ll have access to friendly tutor support. We’re here to answer questions, explain tricky parts, or just cheer you on.
After the course, we’ll help you take the next step with guidance on finding teaching jobs, preparing your CV, and getting your certificate recognised for work abroad or online.
We want you to feel confident in both learning and fulfilling your TEFL journey!
After the course, we’ll help you take the next step with guidance on finding teaching jobs, preparing your CV, and getting your certificate recognised for work abroad or online.
We want you to feel confident in both learning and fulfilling your TEFL journey!
Can you help with legalisation of certificates?
Yes we can!
Legalisation (also called notarisation, apostille, or authentication) is sometimes needed if you plan to teach in certain countries, like China or Vietnam.
We’ve partnered with a trusted UK apostille service that provide a discount to our graduates. We don’t earn any commission or affiliate fee — we just want to make the process easier for you!
You can find out more 👉 here!
Legalisation (also called notarisation, apostille, or authentication) is sometimes needed if you plan to teach in certain countries, like China or Vietnam.
We’ve partnered with a trusted UK apostille service that provide a discount to our graduates. We don’t earn any commission or affiliate fee — we just want to make the process easier for you!
You can find out more 👉 here!
Where is simpleTEFL registered?
simpleTEFL is based in the United Kingdom and is an official UK Registered Learning Provider under UKRLP number 10094815.
We’re also accredited by ACCREDITAT, an internationally recognised body that reviews TEFL/TESOL courses for quality, support, and professionalism, so you know you're in safe hands.
We’re also accredited by ACCREDITAT, an internationally recognised body that reviews TEFL/TESOL courses for quality, support, and professionalism, so you know you're in safe hands.
Is this course right for me?
If you’re looking to start teaching English online or abroad — especially with no experience — then yes, this course was made for you!
It’s designed to be beginner-friendly, flexible, and practical. Whether you’re a gap year traveller, career-changer, or just curious about teaching, we’ll guide you every step of the way.
It’s designed to be beginner-friendly, flexible, and practical. Whether you’re a gap year traveller, career-changer, or just curious about teaching, we’ll guide you every step of the way.
How long does it take to complete?
Most people finish in 2–6 weeks, depending on how much time they can commit each week.
But there’s no deadline and you can go completely at your own pace.
But there’s no deadline and you can go completely at your own pace.
Do I need to be a native English speaker?
Not at all. If you have a good level of English (B2 or above), you’re welcome to join!
We’ve helped many non-native speakers become amazing English teachers.
We’ve helped many non-native speakers become amazing English teachers.
Will I get a certificate when I finish?
Yes! You’ll get a digital certificate instantly when you complete the course. If you need a printed one, we can post it to you too.
Can I teach online after the course?
Absolutely! Our course is recognised by all the major online teaching platforms and prepares you for both online and in-person jobs. We even cover tips and tools for setting up your online teaching profile.
What support do I get during and after the course?
During the course, you’ll have access to friendly tutor support. We’re here to answer questions, explain tricky parts, or just cheer you on.
After the course, we’ll help you take the next step with guidance on finding teaching jobs, preparing your CV, and getting your certificate recognised for work abroad or online. We want you to feel confident in both learning and fulfilling your TEFL journey!
After the course, we’ll help you take the next step with guidance on finding teaching jobs, preparing your CV, and getting your certificate recognised for work abroad or online. We want you to feel confident in both learning and fulfilling your TEFL journey!
Can you help with legalisation of certificates?
Yes we can!
Legalisation (also called notarisation, apostille, or authentication) is sometimes needed if you plan to teach in certain countries, like China or Vietnam.
We’ve partnered with a trusted UK apostille service that provide a discount to our graduates. We don’t earn any commission or affiliate fee — we just want to make the process easier for you!
You can find out more 👉 here!
Legalisation (also called notarisation, apostille, or authentication) is sometimes needed if you plan to teach in certain countries, like China or Vietnam.
We’ve partnered with a trusted UK apostille service that provide a discount to our graduates. We don’t earn any commission or affiliate fee — we just want to make the process easier for you!
You can find out more 👉 here!
Where is simpleTEFL registered?
simpleTEFL is based in the United Kingdom and is an official UK Registered Learning Provider under UKRLP number 10094815.
We’re also accredited by ACCREDITAT, an internationally recognised body that reviews TEFL/TESOL courses for quality, support, and professionalism, so you know you're in safe hands.
We’re also accredited by ACCREDITAT, an internationally recognised body that reviews TEFL/TESOL courses for quality, support, and professionalism, so you know you're in safe hands.
So what are you waiting for?!
So what are you waiting for?!