120-Hour Professional TEFL Course Get Certified. Get Hired. Teach Anywhere.
The educator-designed curriculum that sets the global standard. Includes lifetime job placement support to get you hired in top schools worldwide.
- Internationally Accredited for work visas globally
- Practical Training in classroom mgmt & planning
- 100% Online & Self-Paced (finish in 4-6 weeks)
Why 120 Hours is the Global Standard
This isn't just a certificate; it's your passport to working abroad. We designed this curriculum to meet the strict visa and hiring requirements of schools worldwide.
Visa & Work Permit Approved
Countries like China, South Korea, and Vietnam require a minimum 120-hour certificate for work visas. This course ensures you meet those government mandates.
Preferred by Employers
Top-tier international schools look for 120 hours of training. This certification signals that you have the depth of training required to manage their classrooms.
Lifetime Job Placement
You're never alone. From resume optimization to connecting you with our network of partner schools, we help you find a job for as long as you want to teach.
Verify & Legalize Anywhere
Need your documents apostilled for a government application? Our hard-copy certificates are fully recognized and can be legalized for official use worldwide.
Classroom Confidence
Go beyond theory. We cover practical lesson planning, classroom management, and teaching grammar so you feel ready for your first day.
Fully Accredited
Your certification is backed by international accreditation, giving you peace of mind that your training is monitored and recognized globally.
What You Will Learn
This isn't just theory. Our 120-hour curriculum is designed to make you confident in front of a real classroom from Day 1.
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Classroom Management
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Lesson Planning
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Teaching Grammar & Skills
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Technology & Multimedia
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Testing & Feedback Systems
Job Placement & Resources
Where Will You Teach?
Our Job Placement Service never expires. Whether you want to teach in Thailand next month or Spain in five years, our team is here to help you find work.
Don't Just Take Our Word For It
Join a community of 40,000+ travelers. See how our graduates are living their dreams in classrooms around the world.
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The Global Odyssey
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Adam in Thailand
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Chad H.
Atlanta → Marbella, Spain
"The course for me was one of the best educational experiences of my life. I have been through college and this was like a very intense, hyper focused course to get you ready for a life long career!"
In the past year, teaching online has allowed me to travel around Mexico, Amsterdam, Spain, New York City, Italy, Morocco, Poland, and I am currently in The Gambia, West Africa.
Being part of a forever-growing industry gives me such peace of mind. Work opportunities are constantly coming my way, and I plan to continue seeing the WORLD!
Stephanie H.
Chicago → Fukuoka, Japan
"Moving from Chicago to Japan has been the experience of a lifetime. After completing my course, myTEFL helped secure my teaching position here."
I’m currently based in Fukuoka—famous for Tonkotsu ramen—where the food is fresh and flowers seem to bloom year-round, long after cherry blossom season ends.
After completing my course, myTEFL helped secure my teaching position here, which made the transition so much easier. The people are incredibly courteous, and teaching English has been such a rewarding way to connect with locals of all ages. It is a unique culture, but you will always have help from those around you!
Emily C.
USA → Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
"I relied heavily on the lesson-planning strategies I learned during my training. Even with no supplies, my students loved the classes."
She stayed in contact the whole time and even helped me secure a job offer in South Korea.
Eventually, I found my way to a boarding school in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. The start was stressful because the school gave me no textbooks or curriculum. However, I relied heavily on the lesson-planning tricks I learned during my myTEFL training. I was able to create fun, interactive games that my students loved, despite having no supplies.
I absolutely wouldn’t have been able to do this without myTEFL. The course is affordable and accomplishable. They even provided the original certificate to help with my visa process. Taking this chance to teach abroad has been the best decision I’ve ever made!
Everything included in your
Professional Certification
Get the complete toolkit you need to get hired. No hidden fees for job placement or support.
- 120-Hour Accredited Curriculum
- Lifetime Job Placement Support
- Internationally Recognized Certificate (PDF)
- Full Tutor & Tech Support
- Visa & Legalization Support
- Lifetime Course Access (Upon Completion)
- Official Letter of Recommendation
- Lifetime Resource Library Access (Upon Completion)
Looking for more advanced training? View the 140-Hour Master Course
Common Questions About the 120-Hour TEFL Certification
Clear answers to help you enroll with confidence.
Is the 120-hour TEFL certification internationally accepted?
Yes. The myTEFL 120-hour TEFL certification is internationally recognized and has been used by graduates for teaching positions worldwide since 2013.
Our certification meets the standard requirements expected by schools, recruiters, and government-backed teaching programs across Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and Latin America.
Can this certification be used for teaching jobs and work permits?
Yes. In many countries, a 120-hour TEFL certificate is a required part of the documentation used for school hiring and work permit applications.
Graduates have successfully used this certification for employment in countries such as China, Vietnam, South Korea, Japan, Thailand, Taiwan, and Spain.
Where additional steps are required—such as apostille or consular legalization—myTEFL provides guidance to help you prepare your documents for official submission.
How long does the 120-hour TEFL course take to complete?
Most students complete the 120-hour TEFL course in 4–6 weeks, depending on their study pace.
The course is fully online and flexible, allowing you to progress faster or slower based on your schedule.
Is the course self-paced? What about access?
Yes. The course is fully self-paced. You have 3 months to complete the curriculum.
After graduation, you receive Lifetime Access to the course content and teaching resources.
Do I need prior teaching experience or a degree to enroll?
No prior teaching experience is required to enroll.
While some employers require a degree for visa purposes, the certification itself is open to fluent English speakers.
When will I receive my TEFL certificate?
You will receive your PDF TEFL Certificate and Letter of Recommendation shortly after completing the course.
Hard copies are available if required for specific visa applications.
