The TEFL Expert Editorial Team
Educational content reviewed for 120 Hour Tesol Course and international teaching careers • Updated 22 August 2026
Course Overview
The 120-Hour TESOL Course provides the same depth of training as the 120-hour TEFL but with a curriculum that explicitly addresses both English-as-a-foreign-language and English-as-a-second-language contexts. This makes it suitable for teachers who may work internationally and also in English-speaking countries with immigrant or international student populations. The course covers the full TESOL methodology, language analysis, and practical teaching skills across 120 guided learning hours.
Fully Accredited
Accepted by governments globally for work visas and top international schools.
Who Is It For?
Teachers who want a 120-hour qualification that covers both international EFL and domestic ESL contexts, giving them maximum flexibility in where they can teach.
Comprehensive Curriculum
- 1
Introduction to TESOL methodology: ESL vs EFL contexts and learner differences
Master the fundamental concepts and practical applications needed to excel in the classroom.
- 2
Grammar foundations: parts of speech, tense systems, and sentence patterns
Master the fundamental concepts and practical applications needed to excel in the classroom.
- 3
Lesson planning using communicative frameworks (PPP, ESA, TBL)
Master the fundamental concepts and practical applications needed to excel in the classroom.
- 4
Teaching the four skills with integrated skills lessons
Master the fundamental concepts and practical applications needed to excel in the classroom.
- 5
Classroom management for multilingual and monolingual classrooms
Master the fundamental concepts and practical applications needed to excel in the classroom.
- 6
Assessment and progress monitoring in ESL and EFL settings
Master the fundamental concepts and practical applications needed to excel in the classroom.
- 7
Supporting learners in English-speaking environments (immigrants, international students)
Master the fundamental concepts and practical applications needed to excel in the classroom.
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Final assessment: complete lesson plan and teaching philosophy statement
Master the fundamental concepts and practical applications needed to excel in the classroom.
Career Outcomes & Salary
Graduates meet the 120-hour qualification requirement listed by most employers worldwide and are additionally prepared for domestic ESL roles in English-speaking countries.
Top Hiring Regions
- Asia (China, Japan, Korea, Vietnam)
- Middle East (UAE, Saudi Arabia)
- Europe (Spain, Italy, Eastern Europe)
- Online (Global Students)
Salary Expectations
- Asia $1,500 - $3,500/mo
- Middle East $2,500 - $5,000/mo
- Europe $1,000 - $2,000/mo
- Online $15 - $30/hour
Countries Accepting This Course
Accepted globally for all roles that list a 120-hour TEFL or TESOL as a requirement. Particularly valued in North America for community college and adult education positions.
Online Teaching Opportunities
Full access to all online teaching platforms, plus qualification for domestic online ESL programmes serving immigrant and refugee populations in English-speaking countries.
Your Career Pathway
120h TESOL → Teaching role (international or domestic ESL) → 1 year experience → Add specialist module → Senior teacher or programme coordinator.