What's the difference between CELTA, TEFL and TESOL?

Cambridge CELTA is run and regulated by Cambridge ESOL

Trinity TESOL is run and regulated by Trinity College

While there are key differences between the two courses above, there also many similarities and both are accepted and recognized worldwide. Both are strictly regulated.

A TEFL qualification is a lot easier and cheaper to get. As TEFL certificates are not strictly regulated (there is no set international course standard) you will need to thoroughly check your course provider's credentials and commitment.

In a nutshell, TESOL and CELTA qualifications are recognized in more countries across the globe and in most cases, more highly regarded than a basic TEFL qualification.

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