Can Anyone With A Bachelor's Degree Teach

Teaching English in Japan is a popular choice for many individuals looking to live and work abroad. However, there are specific requirements that need to be met in order to secure a teaching position in Japan. Understanding these requirements is crucial for anyone considering this career path. First and foremost, one of the primary requirements for teaching English in Japan is a bachelor's degree. This degree does not necessarily have to be in English or education, but having a degree is typically a non-negotiable requirement for obtaining a work visa. Additionally, having a TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) certification is highly recommended and can make you a more competitive candidate in the job market. Another important requirement is a valid work visa. In order to teach...  [Read more]

Anyone who wants to teach English to non-native speakers at home, online, or abroad will typically need a TESOL certification in order to meet the job criteria. If you want to move up the ladder and apply for higher positions, you will often be expected to possess an advanced-level TESOL qualification such as a Diploma in TESOL. However, if your ambitions are to reach the very top of the ESL teaching profession, whether in the classroom, in management, or in other high-end roles, you might want to consider completing a Bachelor's Degree in TESOL. Although we do not provide our own Bachelor’s Degree in TESOL, we are happy to recommend a course through our own website. The Bachelor of Education in TESOL (B.Ed TESOL) from the Paris College of International Education is a very...  [Read more]

This is one of the most common questions asked by our TESOL course trainees and the answer is quite simple. Yes, you can teach ESL without a bachelor’s degree. Anyone who is TESOL qualified will have a wide array of destinations to choose from all over the world, regardless of their previous educational record. If you have a degree in any subject you will certainly have a few more options, but non-degree holders are in no way excluded from ESL teaching in many parts of the world. In recent years some countries have made it compulsory for foreign teachers to have a degree if they want to obtain a work visa that allows them to work legally as an ESL teacher. This is most noticeable in Asia where some of the biggest markets for teachers such as China, Japan, South Korea, and Taiwan...  [Read more]

Yes, having a TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) certificate can open up opportunities for you to teach English abroad. Many countries and language schools require or prefer candidates to have a TESOL certificate as it demonstrates that you have received training in teaching English as a foreign language. Having a TESOL certificate can make you a more competitive candidate for English teaching positions, especially in countries where English is not the primary language. It shows potential employers that you have the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively teach English to non-native speakers. In addition to increasing your job prospects, a TESOL certificate can also help you feel more confident and prepared in the classroom. TESOL programs typically cover a...  [Read more]

ITTT is dedicated to assisting you throughout your TESOL training and to providing you with a means of support during your ensuing teaching career. If you have any questions regarding our courses, please see our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) section below. Our TESOL FAQs should be able to answer most of your questions, but if you have any other queries do not hesitate to contact us by submitting them using the form at the bottom of this page. What does TESOL mean?   The acronym TESOL stands for Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages. The term is commonly used when referring to certification courses that provide the skills necessary to teach the English language to non-native speakers in your own country or abroad. Read more What is the difference between TESOL...  [Read more]