TEFL Course for South Korea – Program Details, Training Options, and Registration Guide

Before enrolling in your TEFL course, we recommend scheduling a call with our program advisor. They will answer your questions, assess your eligibility for teaching roles in South Korea, explain visa and placement requirements, and guide you step-by-step through the enrollment process.

Our TEFL pathway for South Korea is designed for applicants who want a recognised qualification, structured preparation, and access to reputable schools across the country. The program includes online TEFL training, cultural preparation, and full support with document processing, interviews, and placement opportunities.

Because South Korea is one of the most competitive teaching destinations in Asia, we strongly recommend securing your place in the TEFL course well in advance. Early enrollment ensures you have enough time to complete the online coursework, gather the required paperwork, and prepare for interviews with Korean schools.

If you’d like help choosing the best TEFL route or want a personalised review of your eligibility for South Korea, our team is available to assist.

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ABOUT TEACHING IN SOUTH KOREA

To teach English in South Korea, you must have a recognised TEFL/TESOL certificate and a bachelor’s degree in any field, or a diploma in English or Education. Applicants should be fluent or near-native English speakers, in good physical and mental health, and generally between 20 and 30 years old. You will need a return ticket or proof of sufficient funds, and you must not have previously entered Korea on a Working Holiday Visa. A clean criminal record is required. Eligible nationalities include Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Chile, Czech Republic, Denmark, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Hungary, Israel, Italy, Ireland, Japan, Netherlands, New Zealand, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Taiwan, the UK, and the USA.

U.S. applicants must be current students or within one year of graduation and able to provide proof of their academic status.

IN-PERSON/ONLINE TESOL COURSE

✔ Applicants must have a Bachelor’s Degree to join this internationally accredited and recognized 120 – hour TESOL course in South Korea.
✔ Meet/Exceed All Industry Accreditation Standards
✔ Instructor & peer feedback workshops, practical teaching experience in local non-profit centres.
✔ 6 to 10 Hours Live Practice Teaching, practical teaching experience in local non-profit English Schools. Interview arrangements & coaching.
✔ Hands-on visa & work permit support.
✔ Guaranteed English teaching job placement in South Korea.
✔ Placements available year-round including some short-term contracts.
✔ Locations for jobs are mostly in the greater Seoul, Gyeonggi-do and Incheon areas but could also be throughout the country.
✔ If you are TEFL/TESOL-certified, you can bundle with our award-winning online. Placement Program for South Korea & save up to $600.

Key Facts

120-hour in Class TESOL

TEFL Freedom offers an in-country 4-week, 120-hour TESOL training program in South Korea. Students gain practical classroom experience, cultural immersion, and the qualifications needed to teach English across South Korea and internationally. Guaranteed English teaching job placement in South Korea.

Eligibility

Eligibility includes minimum age 24-45 degree requirements are required for South Korea, English proficiency, background check clearance, and suitability for new or experienced teachers. Candidates must be native English speakers.

Investment

Full tuition for the 4-week South Korea program is $1925 including training materials and certificate. Monthly start dates are available. Additional costs include accommodation, meals, and personal expenses.

What you will learn

The 120-hour TESOL program covers teaching methodology, lesson planning, classroom management, phonology, grammar awareness, and observed teaching practice with real learners.

Accommodation

Teachers also get FREE furnished housing, airfare contribution, paid holidays and health insurance coverage.

Accreditation

The TESOL certificate is fully accredited and recognized globally by UK Ofqual allowing graduates to teach English in South Korea and internationally.

Hands-on Pre-departure Support

Receive one-on-one support for obtaining and processing all necessary paperwork for interviews, visas, and work permits. Interviews are set up before you leave your country, so you know which school you will be placed at before your fly.

Competitive Salary and Benefits

Most teaching jobs available and teachers earn a salary of US $20,000-25,000 per year, though some teachers earn more. All contracts are for a minimum of 12 months, and are renewable.

24/7 In-country Support Throughout Your Placement

Dedicated in-country team to assist with everything from adjusting to your new job and cultural environment, 24-hour teacher hotline in case of an emergency, and day-to-day support for any help you may need during your teach abroad experience.

Additional Information

Flexible start dates year around
Immerse yourself in South Korea’s rich traditions and breathtaking landscapes.
This is a partner program and times, dates may vary

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South Korea TESOL Course

What’s included

✔ In-Person 4 Weeks, Full-Time
✔ UK OfQual Accreditation
✔ University-Level Instructors
✔ Accommodation Referral Provided
✔ Lifetime Job Guarantee
✔ Hands-on teaching experience at a local school
✔ Comprehensive orientation course & related cultural excursions
✔ Placement in reputable language or public school

South Korea Non Degree

What’s included

✔ Online 4 Week TESOL, UK OfQual Accreditation
✔ Online, internationally accredited Korean Cultural Foundation course
✔ Free 4 nights’ accommodation upon arrival in our partner hostel/guesthouse (shared room)
✔ Dedicated trip coordinator
✔ Provide conversational English with students in outside-of-the-classroom informal settings
✔ Secondary role in assisting teachers in lesson planning
✔ There is no formal teaching in the classroom under working holiday regulation.