HOW FREE COURSES DIFFER


Free TEFL courses vary widely in length, depth, and structure.

This page explains how free TEFL courses typically differ and where 120-hour and 180-hour training options fit within the wider TEFL landscape.

Brief explanation:

  • Introductory vs fully developed

  • Locked vs unlocked

  • Hour-based differences

TEFL SOLUTIONS

Where 120-Hour and 180-Hour Free TEFL Courses Fit

  • 120 hr = solid professional foundation

  • 180 hr = extended preparation

  • Both fully developed

  • Both include specialist modules

COMPARISON SNAPSHOT

Free TEFL Courses


Course Type Typical Hours Training Depth Specialist Modules
Introductory Free Courses 10–40 Basic ❌ No
Standard Free Courses 60–120 Foundational ⚠️ Limited
Fully Developed Free Courses 120–180+ Comprehensive ✅ Included

Looking For A Deeper Comparison?

For a full comparison of free TEFL courses, including tier classifications and professional training standards, see our detailed guide on free TEFL courses

Click here for a detailed explanation of open-access professional TEFL training and an in-depth comparison between free developed TEFL courses and paid developed courses.

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