Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) Certificate
Details
The TEFL Program is not currently being offered, but we continue to serve as a resource for:
Learning about TEFL certification
Where can I get a certificate?
What kinds of certificates are there?
Do I need a certificate?
Learning about teaching English jobs across the globe
Where can I teach English?
How much can I get paid?
Do I need a visa?
Can I teach adults or kids?
We also are happy to give advice about books or websites useful for teaching English, or even arrange a time for you to practice teaching English if your certificate program requires it.
Finally, while there are no immediate plans to relaunch the program, future offerings may be considered.
What is TEFL?
TEFL is a certification program for students proficient in English who are interested in teaching English abroad or online.
- Intensive online modules taught by Clemson instructors
- Curriculum to introduce you to the profession and prepare you to teach
- Classroom management and lesson plan development informed by Second Language Acquisition theory
- Teaching practicum with local and international students
- Job placement advising
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Why Choose TEFL
The following are testimonials from past TEFL graduates:
“I’m currently working for TAPIF (Teaching Assistant Program in France) at 3 primary schools in the Amiens region of France. My contract ends in a month but the experience has been amazing culturally. The hardest part of leaving will definitely be saying goodbye to my kiddos, all of whom are so sweet and eager to learn.”
Abby Rich, Psychology
TEFL 2021 Graduate“I absolutely recommend it to everyone! I would say this is a fantastic opportunity that has the potential to radically change your life.”
Hannah Burns, English
TEFL 2022 Graduate“The staff for the TEFL program are amazing. I have stayed in touch with them and they have helped me a lot especially during my job search. They are so supportive and care about you which you don't find anywhere.”
Logan Radwanski, International Business and German
TEFL 2021 Graduate“I am currently teaching English abroad in France! It has been so helpful because I use plenty of resources shared with me through this course and work that I did to graduate the course. Everything I did through this program helped me get to where I am. Every part of it was necessary.”
Student in Language and International Business
TEFL 2023 Graduate“If you are interested in teaching full time or perhaps working with non-profits who work with international students this could be a wonderful stepping stone in the right direction.”
Emily Danuser
TEFL 2023 Graduate -
Ways to Find Out More
- Contact ELP Director Jen Brondell at jbronde@clemson.edu
- Helpful Links
