Certificate and recognition: questions and answers

Is the TEFL certificate accredited?

London College of Teachers Limited is a UK private limited company (Company No. 12339919) listed on the UK Register of Learning Providers with UKPRN 10096558, and it lists its partners and associations on its accreditation page. There is no single government accreditation for TEFL worldwide, so check what your target employer accepts.

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Is a TEFL certificate recognised internationally?

TEFL certificates of 120 hours or more from credible providers are widely accepted by language schools and online platforms around the world. Recognition is decided by each employer and country, so confirm requirements with the employer or authority before you apply.

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How can an employer verify my certificate?

London College of Teachers issues certificates on the blockchain and offers a certificate-validation page, so employers can check that a certificate is genuine.

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Does the certificate say 'online'?

Ask admissions to confirm the current wording. The certificate names the qualification and hours; the mode of study matters less to employers than the hours and content.

How long does it take to get the certificate?

Your certificate is issued after you complete all modules and assignments successfully. Ask admissions about current issue and delivery times for your country, including the digital copy.

Does a TEFL certificate expire?

No. A TEFL certificate does not expire. Some employers may ask about recent teaching experience or professional development, but the qualification itself stays valid.

Is a TEFL certificate accepted in the UAE?

Yes, many UAE employers ask for a TEFL certificate, usually together with a bachelor's degree and often teaching experience. Schools follow KHDA, ADEK, SPEA or Ministry of Education licensing rules, so check the specific school's requirements.

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Is a TEFL certificate valid in India?

A TEFL certificate is valid as a professional qualification and is accepted by many private schools, language institutes, corporate trainers and online platforms in India. It is not a substitute for B.Ed and CTET/TET for government school posts.

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Is a TEFL certificate the same as a teaching licence?

No. A teaching licence is issued by a national authority and lets you teach in that country's schools. A TEFL certificate shows you are trained to teach English to non-native speakers and is the usual requirement for language schools and online teaching.

Do I get a hard copy of the certificate?

Confirm with admissions how the certificate is delivered to your country. Certificates are also issued on the blockchain so they can be verified online.

Can I add my TEFL to LinkedIn?

Yes. Add it under Licences and certifications with London College of Teachers as the issuing organisation and the course hours in the title, for example '120-hour TEFL Certificate'.

Is London College of Teachers a university?

No. London College of Teachers Limited is a UK-registered teacher training provider (Company No. 12339919, UKPRN 10096558), not a university. Its degree-level programmes, such as the B.Ed and M.Ed in TESOL, are offered through partnerships listed on its main website.

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