TEFL Certificate Course (120 Hours)
APTTI's TEFL Certificate course is a 120-hour, 10-module online TEFL/TESOL qualification at Preliminary level. It runs for 6 months, is open to anyone with a Class 10 pass and good English, and costs ₹12,000 + GST (USD 199 for international learners). It covers the teaching methods, skills and lesson planning that most ESL and EFL employers expect, with a certificate notarised in Canada.
- Level
- Preliminary
- Hours
- 120 hours
- Duration
- 6 months
- Eligibility
- Class 10 (10th) pass with good working English
- Mode
- Online, self-paced, with tutor support
- Fee
- ₹12,000 + GST · USD 199 international
The 120-hour TEFL Certificate is the qualification most language schools, online platforms and employers abroad ask for. It is APTTI's entry level: you learn how to teach English communicatively, plan lessons, teach all four skills and manage a class, studying online at your own pace with tutor support.
Who the TEFL Certificate is for
- first-time teachers who want a recognised starting qualification
- school teachers adding English-teaching methodology
- graduates and students planning to teach online or abroad
- homemakers and career changers building flexible teaching work
What you will study
- Communicative Language Teaching (CLT) and other ELT methods
- Teaching listening, speaking, reading and writing
- Teaching grammar and vocabulary in context
- Pronunciation basics for the classroom
- Lesson planning: aims, stages and timing
- Classroom management for large and mixed-level classes
- Teaching English online
- Assessing learners' progress
APTTI's Certificate has 10 modules. The list shows the areas covered; ask admissions for the current module titles.
Study plan and time commitment
120 hours over 6 months works out at about 20 hours a month, or roughly 5 hours a week. You study online in your own time, with tutor support by Google Meet, Zoom, WhatsApp, phone and email. Most learners set two or three fixed study slots each week.
Assessment
Each module ends with multiple-choice questions.
Your certificate
- Certificates are issued by AP Teacher Training Institute (APTTI), a sister concern of International TEFL Canada.
- Certificates are notarised in Canada.
- The physical certificate and grade sheet are posted to you within 30 to 90 days of finishing the course.
- Learners in India pay no shipping charge for the certificate.
Compare TEFL/TESOL levels
| TEFL/TESOL level | Level | Hours · duration | Eligibility | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TEFL Certificate | Preliminary | 120 h · 6 months | Class 10 pass | ₹12,000 + GST · USD 199 international |
| TEFL Diploma | Advanced | 200 h · 6 months | Class 12 pass | ₹18,000 + GST · USD 299 international |
| PG Diploma (1 specialisation) | Master | 280 h · 10 months | Degree | ₹25,000 + GST · USD 399 international |
| PG Diploma (2 specialisations) | Expert | 360 h · 12 months | Degree | ₹35,000 + GST · USD 549 international |
| High-End TEFL/TESOL | High-End | 540 h · 18 months | Degree | ₹40,000 + GST · USD 600 international |
Next step
TEFL/TESOL Diploma (200 hours)
Move up to the Diploma for case studies and a research module.
Scope of this qualification
This is a professional English-teaching qualification. Employers decide which certificates they accept, and it does not replace the B.Ed or D.El.Ed and TET/CTET needed for government school posts in India. We do not promise jobs, salaries or visas.
Questions about the TEFL Certificate
Is a 120-hour TEFL certificate enough to teach English?
For most language schools and online platforms, yes: 120 hours is the usual minimum. Some jobs abroad also ask for a degree.
Can I do the TEFL Certificate after 10th?
Yes. APTTI's TEFL Certificate is open to learners who have passed Class 10 and have good working English.
How many hours a week does the TEFL Certificate take?
120 hours over 6 months works out at about 20 hours a month, or around 5 hours a week.
What does the TEFL Certificate cost?
The TEFL/TESOL Certificate is ₹12,000 + GST (USD 199 for international learners). Instalments are available; ask admissions.