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TEFL is an acronym that stands for Teaching English as a Foreign Language. If one is looking to begin a career as an English teacher there are many benefits to successfully completing a TEFL certification course. These benefits range immensely from preparation to teach English to impacting the cultural views of the individual. The benefits of taking a TEFL course greatly out weigh the cons. A TEFL certificate is typically a requirement to qualify for teaching positions abroad. Without this certification one may not be able to apply for a teaching position in many countries even if they meet all other requirements. This certification is generally the gateway to entering the job market for international teaching positions. The successful completion of a TEFL course is aimed to prepare the future teacher to be successful in the classroom and with there students. Especially for those without teaching experience, a TEFL certification course will provide one with many useful skills required to teach and also specific skills necessary to teach English as foreign language. The skills range greatly from grammar to lesson planning to how to manage a class and different challenges that may arise. Another benefit of a TEFL certification is the potential to qualify for higher paying teaching jobs and also the ability to apply for jobs in more prestigious schools. A TEFL certificate gives teaching applicants an edge over those individuals who do not have a TEFL certification. It shows one’s dedication to the craft and wanting to know as much information as possible in order to be prepared to present a successful lesson to future students. TEFL also allows foreigners the opportunity for complete cultural immersion by allowing one to work and live in another country. It is a gateway for living a comfortable life while working abroad. Allowing one to gain a more complete and immersed view of another culture which may help one grow and become a worldly and well rounded individual. The most obvious cons of taking a TEFL course are the investment of time, money and effort for the future teacher. These are a small price to pay in comparison to the many benefits one will receive. If one wants to succeed as a foreign language English teacher, then time and effort are a must to complete the materials required to pass the TEFL course. As for money, one only needs the note that the money they invest upfront will be returned to them in the back end by being able to apply for higher paying jobs after successful completion of the TEFL course. No matter the reason for wanting to become a foreign English teacher taking a TEFL course could not hurt one’s chances for finding their perfect English teaching job. As an English teacher one will become a major influence over their students and impart confidence in many students through the English language. In addition, a TEFL certified teacher will open doors in business and in life for many foreign students through the English language.
