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Chiang Mai University's Teaching English as a Foreign Language Certificate Program (CMUTEFL) is Chiang Mai's only 4-week university accredited TEFL certification program. This course offers university standard instruction for those who are interested in learning how to teach English to non native speakers of the language, whilst at the same time immersing themselves in the culture and customs of Thailand, providing a holistic and rewarding experience

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LEARN TO TEACH
ALL AGES

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CHIANG MAI UNIVERSITY

ACCREDITED
AND RECOGNIZED TEFL

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STUDY TEFL
AT A THAI UNIVERSITY

LEARN TO TEACH
ALL AGES

EXPERIENCED AND
QUALIFIED INSTRUCTOR

CERTIFICATE ENDORSED
CHIANG MAI UNIVERSITY

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Testimonial

The feedback from trainers after each teaching session was invaluable! This course truly helped me become a confident and skilled teacher.

Pleasurably set off my incredible journey of 120-hour TEFL course in Chiang Mai University.My favourite thing about this course is that I got precious and honest feedbacks from my trainers after teaching practice session. It was really beneficial for me to improve my teaching skill with obvious progress to become a well-experienced and confident English Teacher to teach different age groups and different levels.

Winnie (September 2024)

Great program with ongoing support even after graduation!

Pran (July 2024)

One of the best decisions for my teaching career! The course is thorough, practical, and gives you the confidence to teach anywhere.

Completed my TEFL certification here and it was one of the best decisions ever made for my teaching career. The program is thorough, with experienced instructors who provide practical knowledge and real classroom experience. The course covered essential teaching methodologies and gave us the confidence to step into any classroom, whether in Thailand or abroad. Most teachers would be able to apply what they learn here to their future teaching jobs, and the skills they gain here could truly make a difference. Highly recommend this program to anyone looking to start or enhance their teaching career!

Olivia (July 2023)

The instructors are exceptional professionals, providing attentive guidance and invaluable support throughout the program.

Enrolling in the TEFL course at the Language Institute of Chiang Mai University (LICMU) proved enriching, offering valuable knowledge and practical insights. The comprehensive 120-hour program equipped me with skills for effective lesson planning and meeting students' needs across diverse levels and platforms. The course content was robust, providing deep insights into teaching methodologies. Throughout, the instructors were exceptional professionals, offering attentive guidance and invaluable support. Their expertise and dedication significantly enhanced my learning. In conclusion, I highly recommend the TEFL course at CMU to those pursuing a career in teaching English as a foreign language. The wealth of knowledge and hands-on practice guarantees a fulfilling learning journey for all.

CC (February 2024)

For those who have passion in teaching and start your teaching journey, I highly recommend CMU TEFL.

Are you looking for suitable TEFL course to sharpen you teaching skills in Thailand? For those who have passion in teaching and start your teaching journey, I highly recommend CMU TEFL. I am very delighted to have the opportunity to take the TEFL course as I can see tremendous improvement in myself. Through CMUTEFL, I had opportunities to possess many experiences in teaching different levels and ages of international students, such as teaching young learners, junior high school students and University level students by tailoring the unique need of lesson plan for them. All the experience from my teaching practice and the observations and feedback from tutors and co-trainees, challenges from the stronger and weaker students, and valuable advice from our wonderfully supportive trainers have changed me to be a person who have confident in teaching English as a foreign language. So, what are you waiting for?

Nicole (February 2024)

The feedback from trainers after each teaching session was invaluable! This course truly helped me become a confident and skilled teacher.

Pleasurably set off my incredible journey of 120-hour TEFL course in Chiang Mai University.My favourite thing about this course is that I got precious and honest feedbacks from my trainers after teaching practice session. It was really beneficial for me to improve my teaching skill with obvious progress to become a well-experienced and confident English Teacher to teach different age groups and different levels.

Winnie (September 2024)

Great program with ongoing support even after graduation!

Pran (July 2024)

One of the best decisions for my teaching career! The course is thorough, practical, and gives you the confidence to teach anywhere.

Completed my TEFL certification here and it was one of the best decisions ever made for my teaching career. The program is thorough, with experienced instructors who provide practical knowledge and real classroom experience. The course covered essential teaching methodologies and gave us the confidence to step into any classroom, whether in Thailand or abroad. Most teachers would be able to apply what they learn here to their future teaching jobs, and the skills they gain here could truly make a difference. Highly recommend this program to anyone looking to start or enhance their teaching career!

Olivia (July 2023)

The instructors are exceptional professionals, providing attentive guidance and invaluable support throughout the program.

Enrolling in the TEFL course at the Language Institute of Chiang Mai University (LICMU) proved enriching, offering valuable knowledge and practical insights. The comprehensive 120-hour program equipped me with skills for effective lesson planning and meeting students' needs across diverse levels and platforms. The course content was robust, providing deep insights into teaching methodologies. Throughout, the instructors were exceptional professionals, offering attentive guidance and invaluable support. Their expertise and dedication significantly enhanced my learning. In conclusion, I highly recommend the TEFL course at CMU to those pursuing a career in teaching English as a foreign language. The wealth of knowledge and hands-on practice guarantees a fulfilling learning journey for all.

CC (February 2024)

For those who have passion in teaching and start your teaching journey, I highly recommend CMU TEFL.

Are you looking for suitable TEFL course to sharpen you teaching skills in Thailand? For those who have passion in teaching and start your teaching journey, I highly recommend CMU TEFL. I am very delighted to have the opportunity to take the TEFL course as I can see tremendous improvement in myself. Through CMUTEFL, I had opportunities to possess many experiences in teaching different levels and ages of international students, such as teaching young learners, junior high school students and University level students by tailoring the unique need of lesson plan for them. All the experience from my teaching practice and the observations and feedback from tutors and co-trainees, challenges from the stronger and weaker students, and valuable advice from our wonderfully supportive trainers have changed me to be a person who have confident in teaching English as a foreign language. So, what are you waiting for?

Nicole (February 2024)

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