We are accredited by Training Qualifications UK (TQUK) and the Ministry of Education. Our comprehensive TEFL training courses are designed to meet international standards, preparing you for a successful teaching career worldwide.
Get ready to teach English abroad with Essential TEFL’s in-person 120-hour certification course in Bangkok. More than just a qualification, our course brings you into a real classroom setting, where you’ll connect with classmates from around the globe and gain hands-on experience with actual students.
Unlike online courses, we prepare you for real-world teaching by building your skills in a live environment. Yes, our course may cost a bit more, but the value is unmatched—offering you in-person classroom teaching practices, lifelong friendships, and the confidence to teach students worldwide.
No prior experience? No problem. All you need is fluency in English and the drive to teach—we’ll guide you every step of the way.
At Essential TEFL, we focus on practical teaching experience and community involvement in Bangkok. Our graduates teach worldwide, making positive changes. Explore our interactive map to see their global impact.
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We want to make teaching abroad as rewarding as possible for you because we truly believe in the power of a global community.
At Essential TEFL, teaching abroad is more than an adventure. Our program includes international perspectives, helping you gain the skills needed to succeed globally. You will also add interesting teaching experiences to your resume.
Essential TEFL is situated in the Lat Phrao area of Bangkok, in a modern building with easy access to the subway and sky train station, shopping malls, street markets, bars, and restaurants.
We have been providing TEFL certification in Bangkok for over a decade and are part of the renowned Essential Education Staffing network.
TEFL classes train you to teach English as a foreign language, providing the skills necessary to lead a classroom, particularly abroad in countries like Thailand.
Most TEFL certifications, including our 120-hour course, take around 4-6 weeks to complete, depending on the format and schedule.
Yes, the terms are often used interchangeably, but a TEFL certification refers to the training you receive, while a TEFL license allows you to teach English legally abroad.
Our TEFL course includes 120 hours of training covering teaching methodologies, lesson planning, and practical classroom experience in local schools.