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If you are looking for a truly unique location to take your tesol course, then Nepal, home of the world’s largest mountain and land of the Buddha may be for you. Our TESOL course here is located in the nation’s capital, Kathmandu, home to some half a million inhabitants and the largest and best know city in the country. Modern day Kathmandu is a cosmopolitan place where many ethnic groups live happily and peacefully, despite their diversities. It is also a hugely significant trade centre, historically important in the trade route with India. The natural and man-made wonders that Nepal can boast, combined with its undoubted charm has led to Kathmandu becoming a hugely popular place for tourists and a very in-demand location for taking a TESOL course.

The natural geography of Nepal is perhaps one of the most unique and impressive in the world. Its landscape, situated amongst the magnificent Himalayan Mountains, is breathtaking and some of the best walking trails in the world can be found here.

Kathmandu has a lot more to offer than the view of the Himalayas. It is also justifiably proud of its national parks, stunning ancient temples and pagodas. The local people are friendly and welcoming, which you will discover in the city’s lively markets, clubs and bars. Memories that will last an entire lifetime are just waiting to be created here and don’t be surprised if you join the many people who understand that one trip to Kathmandu is simply not enough!

At 885 meters, Mount Everest is the highest mountain in the world; in fact eight out of the ten highest mountains in the world stand proudly in Nepal. If you chose to take your TESOL course in Kathmandu, you will literally be on top of the world!

Kathmandu has a huge array of activities for you to spend your free time on, including:

Visiting some of the numerous temples of the Buddhist or Hindu faiths. White water rafting and kayaking in the rivers that flow through the parks and mountains, or for those who prefer to stay dry, climbing, trekking and mountain biking.

A short plane ride which will allow you a spectacular and different view of the Himalayas.

Visiting a traditional Nepalese Village. This will allow you to mix and communicate with the locals, have local cuisine, spend a night in a typical village home and also visit one the local village schools.

Patan has 600 stupas and 185 bahals (Buddhist monasteries). You can visit these and watch handicrafts being made in front of you. You can also visit other sites in Patan, such as Durbar Square, the zoo, the Patan Museum and Royal Palace.

Kathmandu itself has plenty to offer, including the famous old city with its numerous markets and handicrafts, Royal Palace and National Museum. There is also a livelier side to the city with an array of restaurants, bars and clubs. After all of this you might just be ready for a relaxing yoga or meditation class, or to study ancient Tibetan Buddhism.

4 weeks in-class course in Kathmandu
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$ 1490

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The School

Located conveniently in the centre of Kathmandu, our TESOL training facility has everything you need for the duration of your course. Our classrooms are comfortable and a great environment to both study and teach. We have hot and cold drink facilities and a little tea-shop that makes simple local meals. You can also walk a short distance to a host of local shops and restaurants nearby.

Accommodation

We are able to offer a number of accommodation options for our students. You are also free to make your own arrangements.

A number of accommodation options will usually be available at various rates. The rates will depend on the standard and type of room you request in your chosen hotel. Typically a basic hotel room is a single room without air-conditioning; this will cost around US $407 per month. The standard hotel option, which is also without air conditioning, would cost around US $559 per month. Both of these options will come with a single or double bed, wardrobe, desk and en-suite bathroom with running water. Some of the rooms will also come with a colour television provided. The differences between the basic and standard options will be concerning the respective hotels facilities and its overall standard and rating.

Regardless of the hotel you choose, you can be sure of a clean comfortable stay, with restaurants, laundry service and room cleaning available. Many of the hotels will also offer an internet service or Wi-Fi connection.

Course dates

2024

• 2 December 2024 - 27 December

Course fees

The total price is divided into: deposit and balance.

The deposit may be paid via a) credit card b) Paypal c) wire transfer d) Western Union.

The balance of the course fee must be paid by cash, PayPal or bank transfer directly to the training center on the first day of the course.

 

Deposit
US$ 600

to be paid in advance

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Balance
US$ 890

to be paid on arrival

Accomodation Fees

The accommodation fees are not part of the course price and you are free to choose whichever accommodation option you prefer.

If you choose to use our accommodation, it should be paid for either by cash, PayPal or bank transfer directly to the school at the start of the course.

And up
US$ 407

(to be paid on arrival)

Frequently Asked Questions

• What are my payment options?

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  Course deposits must be paid to our administrative center. Credit/debit card payments are the fastest and cheapest way to pay, but we also accept payments via Western Union, Pay Pal and bank transfer. While there are no deadlines for a deposit, courses can fill up quickly and your seat will only be reserved after the deposit has been paid.

  Once you make your deposit, you will receive an email with an informational packet that provides detailed information about the course and Kathmandu itself.

  The balance of the course fees must be paid in cash in USD or Nepali currency in Kathmandu. All payments must be received by the end of lunch on the first day of the course.

  Fees are all-inclusive so you won’t be asked to pay additional costs for course related materials or services. This also includes course moderation and accreditation fees, airport pick-ups* and lifetime job assistance.

  * All the hotels we use for your accommodation provide free airport pick-up services. You will therefore be met by a driver at the airport and be taken directly to your hotel.

• What are my accommodation options?

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  We can book accommodation for you in our preferred hotels in Kathmandu. You are, of course, more than welcome to make your own accommodation arrangements. After you have secured your place on the course we will provide full accommodation details and ask you to fill in an accommodation preference form. All payments are made directly to the hotel by cash or credit card either on arrival or on departure.

  We can offer you a range of prices according to the standard of hotel and the type of room you would like to book. Prices for a basic hotel start at US$ 407 per month (for a single, non-AC room). Prices for a standard hotel start at US$ 559 per month (for a single, non-AC room).

  Typically, a room in either a basic or standard option hotel will have single, double or twin beds, a wardrobe, a small desk and a private bathroom with shower. Some rooms may have a TV. All rooms have hot water. The difference between the basic and standard options is predominantly the facilities the hotel offers and the general standard of the hotel; although we are happy with the cleanliness and standard of all hotels we accommodate you in.

• What travel documents will I need for Nepal?

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  At the time of writing, all visitors to Nepal (excluding Indian nationals), require a visa. Tourist visas can be obtained on arrival at the airport for every nationality other than Chinese, or at most overland borders. Please note your passport should have at least six months validity remaining on arrival in Nepal.*

  * As this information is subject to change at any time, we advise you to contact your local consulate for current travel regulations prior to planning your trip. For more information on obtaining visas please check with your local Nepalese consulate or embassy.

• What is the course schedule?

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  We hold an orientation session at 9:00 a.m. on the first day of the course. We recommend that you arrive in Kathmandu at least one day before in order to familiarize yourself with your surroundings and at least un-pack your bags before orientation.

  Class-time is generally from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. five days a week (Monday to Friday) with breaks in between classes. A typical day in the classroom consists of four 1.5 hour ‘inputs’. Approximately six-eight days will be spent preparing and undertaking your teaching practice sessions. Course timetables will be distributed during the first input session on the first day of the course.

• What can I expect during teaching practice?

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  Your teaching practice will be conducted in a range of local governmental and private, primary and secondary schools and in some instances we may be teaching at orphanages, colleges and other institutions.

  Lessons are based upon real teaching resources found all over the world and you will have the chance to create your own materials as well. You will receive the aid of your course trainer throughout lesson planning and receive immediate feedback on your lesson after it’s been delivered. Practicum is assessed and a satisfactory assessment is required to earn your TEFL/TESOL certificate.

• Who usually attends the course?

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  There are no specific dress requirements for the input sessions held at the training centre. We do, however, ask you to be respectful of the country that you are in and ask you to dress in a modest fashion (no miniskirts, short shorts, low-cut tops etc.).

  During teaching practice there are specific requirements that adhere to the local dress code. All trainees are expected to dress professionally according to the following guidelines:

  Women: Shoulders should be covered, blouses with sleeves are suggested. No low-cut necklines, very short skirts or bare midriffs. Open-toed shoes are acceptable, but not hiking or flip-flop sandals.

  Men: Long pants, slacks or trousers are required, jeans are not acceptable. Short or long-sleeved shirts with a collar are necessary, although a tie is not required. Loafers or dress shoes are both fine, sandals are not acceptable. Long hair should always be tied back.

• Is there a dress code?

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  For all input and tutorial sessions at the training location, there is only one specific dress requirement: Both men and women should have a shirt covering their shoulders. The course operates from within a school so we ask you to be mindful of this, as well as being mindful of your peers and to respect the fact that you are a visitor in another country.

  During teaching practice there are specific requirements that adhere to the local dress code. All trainees are expected to dress professionally according to the following guidelines:

  Women: Shoulders should be covered, blouses with sleeves are suggested. No low-cut necklines, very short skirts or bare midriffs. Open-toed shoes are acceptable, but not hiking or flip-flop sandals.

  Men: Long pants, slacks or trousers are required, jeans are not acceptable. Short or long-sleeved shirts with a collar are necessary, although a tie is not required. Loafers or dress shoes are both fine, sandals are not acceptable. Long hair should always be tied back.

• What should I bring for course studies?

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  Please be sure to arrive on the first day of the course with a notebook and a pen. We encourage you to bring a laptop as we have Wi-Fi at the training center. We will provide all course materials for you so there is no need to bring anything else for the course itself.