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What is the ARGO TEFL Abroad International Certificate Course?

The Argo Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) Abroad Certificate Course is an internationally recognized qualification to teach English abroad. It is a hybrid course that was first created in response to the COVID pandemic in 2020. Many people today work remotely from the privacy of their own homes; thus, they can work their jobs from virtually any part of the world.

The Argo TEFL course recognizes this fact and incorporates 60 hours of LIVE webinar classes together with 60 hours of offline independent study and work. The foundation of the ARGO TEFL Abroad International Certification Course is at the International Teaching English as a Second or Other (TESOL) Level 5. It has been designed to allow beginning English Foreign Language (EFL) teachers to confidently teach EFL classes from anywhere in the world.

It incorporates the best sections of the Cambridge English Language Teaching of Adults (CELTA) course together with an additional 20-hour module on how to teach children and younger learners as well.

How much can I earn teaching English? What does a weekly work schedule look like?

The full market pay rates at private academies around the world range from $15 to $30 per hour. This is based on many factors including the experience of the teacher, the difficulty of the class, whether the class is a one-to-one class or a group class, whether the class is a general English class or a business English class, and the number of hours that you are contracted to work.

The average pay for group classes in companies and businesses is $15 to $30 per hour. In addition, private classes usually pay between $20 to $35 per hour but are more unstable as students often stop classes without warning at any time during the year.

The average weekly work schedule varies from one teacher to another. A full schedule is generally considered 20 - 25 hours of teaching a week. Also, some teachers want to dedicate some of their time to studying other languages and others do not want classes on Fridays, because they prefer to enjoy a three-day weekend. It all depends on you.

What type of students will I be teaching (age, profession, etc.)? Do you typically teach classes or one-on-one lessons?

Your students will be a mixture of children, teenagers, adults and professionals of all English levels. You will usually teach one-to-one as well as small groups (2-5), and occasionally big groups (6-20). You will travel to the homes, offices or schools of where your students live or work throughout the world to teach these classes, or you will teach online classes right from your own home.

Will I teach classes during the course?

Theoretical training is important, but there is no substitute for experience. Standing in front of a group of non-native English speakers and teaching an English class in a foreign country is not easy.

For those with little or no teaching experience, it can be a daunting experience. Argo realizes this. Our program is specifically designed to help you walk through this process so that you attain the confidence necessary to do this by the end of the course.

Our philosophy includes a “Learn by Doing” approach. Thus, each TEFL trainee must teach practice classes with non-native speaking students to fulfil the 120-hour course requirements and obtain his or her TEFL certificate.

Do I continue teaching the students that I have started with during the course? Will I receive more classes after this?

You could start teaching students during the course and you will continue with them for the rest of the year if you desire. In addition, Argo will assist you in marketing yourself to other academies and provide you with class sessions on how to set up private classes for yourself and give you their respected job references as well.

Can I obtain a teaching position without a TEFL certificate?

Although it may be possible in a few countries to obtain teaching jobs without TEFL certification, this is becoming rarer. Moreover, these are usually quite low paying jobs. Schools increasingly require a TEFL certificate and often require applicants to teach a demonstration lesson or submit a video of the applicant teaching a lesson. Argo's training will more than prepare you to meet these requirements.

Are materials included in the course price?

Yes, all materials for the course are provided and are included in the course price.

Does Argo TEFL have any direct contacts abroad for work after completing its course?

Yes, Argo TEFL has direct contacts in Madrid, Spain. Although the cost of living in Madrid has risen over the last few years it is still a relatively cheap place to live, especially when compared with other capital cities such as New York, London, Paris, etc. It is a favorite destination for Study Abroad students because of its cheap prices.

When does the next Argo TEFL Abroad International TEFL Certificate course start?

The ARGO TEFL Abroad International TEFL Certificate course is for four weeks duration and is held almost every month of the year. Because of the demand for our TEFL course, it is usually booked up for a few weeks or more (depending on the month) before it starts. We recommend that you send in your application for the month that is most convenient for you as soon as possible.

When do people normally have to decide and pay the deposit?

You have two weeks from the date of your acceptance to send us your $350 deposit. If, after fourteen days, we have not received your deposit, your space could be taken by another student as enrollment on the course is limited.

Where is Argo TEFL Abroad located?

We offer our certification course remotely! Our headquarters is in Denver, CO.

What is your student cap per class?

The student cap is 6 to 8 students per class.

Is the Argo TEFL Certification Course accredited?

The Argo TEFL Abroad Certificate is an internationally recognized qualification to teach English abroad. Essentially, the Argo TEFL Abroad Certification Course is identical to the course that received its full accreditation at International TESOL Level 5 in 2009. The current lead trainer and founder of the course was assessed and evaluated in 2009 as well.

Are there conditions that need to be met for the opportunity of a TEFL job teaching English online?

The conditions necessary for the opportunity of a job teaching English are to successfully complete and pass all modules of the course.

What if I have other questions?

If you still have any specific questions concerning the course, please fill out our Contact form and we'll get back to you!

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