The TEFL Academy: claims vs. register
How to read this page: the left column is what the provider says about itself. The right column is what an official register showed when we checked. We do not rate providers. A course not appearing on a register is not, by itself, evidence of anything - many courses are never submitted for regulation.
What the provider says
- Says the Level 3 and Level 5 versions of its TEFL course lead to qualifications awarded by Qualifi and regulated by Ofqual.
- Describes itself as the world's first TEFL course provider to receive official recognition from government-regulated awarding bodies (provider's wording).
What the Ofqual register shows
| Register entry | Qualification no. | Awarding organisation | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ofqual: Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in TEFL (168 Hours) (The TEFL Academy) | 603/3835/0 | Qualifi Ltd | Available to learners | not listed - check official page |
| Ofqual: Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in TESOL (180 Hours) (The TEFL Academy) | 610/3864/7 | Qualifi Ltd | Available to learners | not listed - check official page |
| Ofqual: Qualifi Level 5 Certificate in TEFL (The TEFL Academy) | 603/3834/9 | Qualifi Ltd | No longer awarded | 168 guided learning hours; 300 total qualification time |
| Ofqual: Qualifi Level 5 Certificate in TEFL with Practice (CertTEFL) (The TEFL Academy) | 603/5428/8 | Qualifi Ltd | No longer awarded | not listed - check official page |
Not covered / gaps
A Qualifi Level 3 Certificate in TEFL (120 Hours) also appears in register search results; its status was not listed - check official page. Which register entry matches a specific course you are buying: ask the provider for the qualification number.
Check it yourself: how to verify a TEFL certificate.