The TEFL Institute of Ireland (tefl.ie) is an Irish-based online education provider specialising in TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) and TESOL certifications. The institute positions itself as the #1 accredited TEFL course provider and offers a comprehensive range of qualifications designed for aspiring and practising English language teachers worldwide.
The course catalogue spans multiple levels and formats to suit different learner needs. Core courses include the 120-Hour International Certification, the 240-Hour Professional Certification, the 180-Hour Level 5 Diploma, and the 300-Hour Level 5 Advanced Diploma. For those seeking hands-on teaching experience, practicum-enhanced options are available, such as the 190-Hour Level 5 Hybrid Diploma and the 310-Hour Level 5 Hybrid Advanced Diploma, both incorporating a 10-hour virtual teaching practicum component.
- Level 5 Awards cover specialist areas including Teaching Business English, Teaching English Online One-to-One, Teaching English for Exams, and Teaching Other Subjects in English (CLIL).
- Specialist/Niche Modules address topics such as IELTS Exam Preparation, Teaching English Online, Neurodiversity in TEFL, and a Travel Influencer Launchpad course.
- Add-ons and extras include TEFL Plus membership, Gift Vouchers, Lesson Packs, and course Extensions.
The institute provides multiple support channels for prospective and enrolled students. Sales and enrolment enquiries can be directed to hello@tefl.ie, by phone at 01-5563038 (Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm), or via WhatsApp at 0830401500. A callback request feature is also available on the website. Enrolled students access course content through a dedicated learning portal at courses.tefl.ie.
Additional resources available on the website include a Salary Calculator, a free 3-Day Trial of course content, an English Level Test, webinars on teaching online, and a jobs board for online English teaching positions. The institute also offers employer certificate verification, reinforcing the credibility of its qualifications for hiring institutions and recruiters globally.