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Teaching English to Young Learners

This practical TEFL add-on course is designed for 120-hour TEFL students, new English teachers, online tutors, classroom assistants, and anyone planning to teach children. Learn evidence-based approaches to young learner development, classroom management, age-appropriate activities, and practical lesson planning.

πŸ“šSelf-paced online study
🌍Built for teaching abroad or online
πŸŽ“Certificate of completion
πŸ“š6 units🎧59 modulesπŸŽ“Completion certificateπŸ’ΌJob guidanceπŸ”“Lifetime access
Β£49
One-time Β· lifetime access
10 hours
Study time
6
Units
59
Modules
Online
Study mode
Self-paced
Schedule

What you'll learn

βœ“Identify key characteristics of young learners across age groups
βœ“Use simple classroom language and establish effective routines
βœ“Plan age-appropriate games, songs, and movement activities
βœ“Teach vocabulary using visual, physical, and repetitive techniques
βœ“Introduce basic phonics awareness in developmentally appropriate ways
βœ“Apply positive behaviour and engagement strategies
βœ“Create a structured lesson plan for young learners

Who this course is for

β†’120-hour TEFL students wanting to specialise in young learners
β†’New English teachers with no young learner experience
β†’Online tutors planning to teach children
β†’Classroom assistants developing their teaching skills
β†’Anyone planning to teach English to children

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Certificate

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Certificate and requirements

What your certificate means

This course is designed to help you build practical TEFL knowledge and show completion of your study. It does not claim regulated qualification status, and it does not guarantee a job.

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You receive a digital certificate of completion after meeting the course completion requirements.

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The certificate shows the course title and study hours so you can include it with job applications.

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Employer, visa, school, and country requirements vary, so always check the rules for the role you want before applying.

Study support

How the course helps you practise

Assessment and progress

  • Short quizzes and activities help you check understanding as you move through the course.
  • Lesson progress is saved as you complete modules, so you can return and continue at your own pace.
  • The course is designed for practical preparation, not as a regulated qualification or guaranteed job route.

Before you apply for jobs

  • Use the course roadmap to work through lessons in a clear order.
  • Use the support page if you need help with access, course navigation, or next steps.
  • Review destination and jobs guidance alongside the course so your study connects to real teaching goals.
  • If you are unsure about a country or employer requirement, check the current rules before relying on any single course certificate.

Course FAQ

Questions before you start

Who is Teaching English to Young Learners for?

This course is for learners who want extra practical preparation in a focused teaching area. It can support new teachers, online tutors, or TEFL learners building confidence before applying for roles.

What certificate will I receive?

You receive a certificate of completion after meeting the course completion requirements. It is designed to support job applications, but requirements vary by country, school, visa route, and employer.

Is this a regulated qualification?

No regulated status is claimed here. The course is practical TEFL preparation and should be checked against the requirements of the country, school, or employer you plan to apply to.

Are quizzes or assessments included?

Yes. The course includes quizzes, activities, and lesson progress checks to help you review the material and apply what you have studied.

Can this help me prepare to teach abroad?

Yes. The course is designed to help you build practical TEFL knowledge for teaching abroad or online, with reminders that visa and employer rules must be checked separately.

Do requirements vary by country or employer?

Yes. Requirements can vary by country, school, employer, learner age group, visa route, and online platform. Use the course as preparation, then check the current requirements for the specific role you want.

How long does the course take?

The course is listed as 10 hours of study. You can work through it at your own pace and return to lessons, quizzes, and activities as needed.

Can non-native English speakers take this course?

Yes. Non-native English speakers can use the course to strengthen teaching knowledge and classroom confidence. Some employers or visa routes may have their own language, passport, degree, or experience requirements, so check those separately before applying.

Course roadmap

Learn unit by unit

Follow the course in order β€” each lesson unlocks once the previous one is complete. The first lesson is free so you can try before you enrol.

Unit 1

Unit 1: Understanding Young Learners

Unit 2

Unit 2: Classroom Language and Routines

Unit 3

Unit 3: Games, Songs and Activities

Unit 4

Unit 4: Vocabulary and Basic Phonics

Unit 5

Unit 5: Behaviour and Engagement

Unit 6

Unit 6: Lesson Planning for Children

Β£49
One-time Β· lifetime access

Study at your own pace

What's included

πŸ“š6 structured units
🎬59 lessons & activities
πŸ“Quizzes & assessments
πŸŽ“Non-accredited Certificate of Completion
πŸ’ΌJob-search guidance
πŸ”“Lifetime access
πŸ†“First 4 lessons free