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Our Chongqing TEFL training center gives you the opportunity to complete an in-class TEFL course in just three weeks and is the ideal choice for trainees who want to attend a classroom based course but are limited by time.

Chongqing is a thriving city in southwest China which straddles the Yangzi River. The city is home to over 18 million people and is an important industrial center. Chongqing is famous for its spicy cuisine with Sichuan pepper used extensively. The most famous dish is Chongqing hot pot available in many hot pot restaurants around the city. There is even a yearly hot pot festival with more than 10,000 hot pot restaurants offering discounts to diners as well as interesting activities and ceremonies.

The city has a fascinating history dating back to its founding 3,000 years ago. It served as the provisional capital of the country during the Second World War becoming known as “the City of Heroes”. Today the city is a major economic center and transport hub and is an increasingly popular destination for Chinese tourists due in part to its role as the gateway to the Three Gorges. Although Chongqing has a smaller western ex-pat population than might be expected for a city of this size, it does have a number of bars, restaurants and clubs catering to western tastes.

Chongqing is well connected to the rest of the country through its air, rail and road transport network and the international airport connects the city to several international destinations including Los Angeles, London, Moscow and Bangkok. Travelling around the city is easy with underground, bus and monorail services forming the city’s transport infrastructure.

Taking your TEFL course in Chongqing gives you the opportunity to learn in a bustling urban environment set in beautiful natural landscapes. Chongqing allows you to experience modern China and explore its ancient history at the same time. You can be sure that you will have a rewarding experience when you earn your TEFL certificate with us in Chongqing, China.

4 weeks in-class course in Chongqing
special price on offer from

$ 1490

Apply now & get certified to teach english abroad!

The School

The TEFL center in Chongqing is based in one of the largest local English language schools. Our training staff is very experienced in the TEFL industry and teacher training. During the course you will learn unique teaching methods, classroom management, lesson preparation and other skills needed for a beginning and EFL teacher and all the school’s facilities will be available to you for use in your training.

Accommodation

We have a number of recommended accommodation options that we can provide you; such as a private room in a guesthouse with air-conditioning, cable television and other facilities located just 5 minutes away from the training center.

You are not obliged to use our recommended options and if you would like to arrange your own, please let us know.

Course dates

2020

• 11 February 2020 - 28 February
• 10 March 2020 - 27 March
• 7 April 2020 - 24 April
• 5 May 2020 - 22 May
• 2 June 2020 - 19 June
• 14 July 2020 - 31 July
• 4 August 2020 - 21 August
• 8 September 2020 - 25 September
• 6 October 2020 - 23 October
• 3 November 2020 - 20 November
• 1 December 2020 - 18 December

Course fees

The total price is divided into: deposit and balance.

The deposit may be paid via a) credit card b) Paypal c) wire transfer d) Western Union.

The balance of the course fee must be paid by cash, PayPal or bank transfer directly to the training center on the first day of the course.

 

Deposit
USD 600

to be paid in advance

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Balance
USD 890

to be paid on arrival

Accomodation Fees

Frequently Asked Questions

• What does the tuition for the program include?

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  The course fees include tuition, course materials, and certification and moderation fees. Airfares, accommodation and food are not included.

  The final payment is to be paid before the first day of the course. The final payment can be made on arrival in cash or credit card.

  Late fees of $25 per day may be assessed if payment is not made.

• What is an average program day like?

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  Class time is generally 9:00 am to 3:30 pm, with mid morning and afternoon breaks and a lunch break. There will be a mixture of workshops, real classroom observation and in-classroom teaching practice supported by the trainer or experienced teachers.

• How many students on average are in the program each month?

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  The maximum class size in the Chong Qing City course is 15. Normally we have somewhere around 8 - 12 trainees. Most of the participants are American, British, Canadian or Australian, although we do accept non-native speakers of English who have a high proficiency in the language.

• What are the teaching practice students and classes like?

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  We use local Chinese students for the trainees’ teaching practice. Most of the students are enthusiastic about learning English.

• What is the program accommodation like? Where is it located?

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  You can stay at a guesthouse in a private room with AC, cable TV and other basic facilities. The place is about 5 minutes away from the school on foot.

• What is the TEFL job market in Chongqing like? Will I have trouble getting a job?

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  There is a large demand for English teachers who have studied TEFL courses and obtained TEFL certificate in China. Chongqing is a municipality which city enjoys favorable policies and witnesses fast economic and cultural development in China. Thus, the TEFL job market is excellent in Chongqing. Finding employment should not be a problem unless you wait until the last day of the course to look for a job.

• When do I need to start looking for work in Chongqing? Where do I start?

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  We suggest you begin sending your CVs and making appointments for interviews with potential employers from the 2nd or 3rd week of the course. Making preparation ahead of time will help you secure employment in no time after the course.

• What will TEFL International do to help me secure employment?

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  Our center provides you with information related to job hunt in China and will give you guidance on how to find a job. This job placement assistance is an integral part of the TEFL course and the assistance is a “guarantee” for each trainee. But please note that there is no “guarantee” for job placement.

• What is the average salary like?

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  The average salary for foreign teachers in the Southwest China including Chongqing, Kunming and Chengdu is $1500 USD to $3000 USD per month. The amount you actually earn will depend greatly upon how much you work.

• Do most schools provide accommodation for their teachers?

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  No，but they can help you to find places to stay if you want.

• How many of the TEFL graduates actually find work in Chongqing?

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  Most of our course graduates who have wanted to work in Chongqing have been able to secure teaching positions.

• Do schools provide work permits?

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  They can help you to get/extend your work visa as well as your work permit.

• What is a typical teaching position like?

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  Of course, it varies from school to school, but you may be expected to teach a variety of courses, ranging from children to business professionals at all levels, in groups or in private. Most of the work in Chongqing is at Language Centers and public schools and therefore, most of the hours available are very different. You may need to travel to classes at different schools.

• Can I return to my country and teach with my certificate?

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  Yes, it‘s possible although the requirements for working in ESL or TEFL in many Western countries are different and sometimes need graduate education in ESL or TEFL.

• What are the average housing and living expenses in Chongqing?

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  Most likely you will rent a room in an apartment or house with other teachers (US$200-300 per month), and of course it depends on where you choose to live. A pleasant, small 2 to 3 bedroom house in Chongqing City is about US$ 400 to 700 per month. Apartments are available for more. It is fair to say that TEFL teachers are very well-paid by local standards in Chongqing, which means they can afford a comfortable standard of living.

• What do I do if I get sick in Chongqing? Are there western-standard medical facilities?

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  If you find yourself requiring medical attention, you can go to an international standard clinic. There are 95 international standard clinics in Chongqing.

  While of course, the staff at our center are willing to help if needed.

• How do I get to Chongqing?

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  Chongqing is just a 40-minute taxi ride from the airport. A metered taxi charges approximately around RMB 100 to the city center whether the guesthouse and the school are located.

• What documents do I need to bring?

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  Please bring your resume/CV because the school will require this in the teaching practice. When you secure work you may be asked to provide originals and copies of your college degrees and transcripts. You might also consider obtaining an international driving permit if driving in Chongqing. PLEASE BRING ALONG COPIES OF YOUR PASSPORT AND VISA ON YOUR FIRST DAY OF THE COURSE FOR REGISTRATION.

• What’s the climate like? What kind of clothing do I need to bring?

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  Known as one of the three furnaces in China, Chongqing has a humid sub-tropical climate with very long and very hot summers. The humidity is the highest of any other city in China, and the temperatures get up to 35°C (95°F) in the built-up areas. Though the temperatures are very high, the city experiences a great deal of cloud cover, though this is much less in the summer than in the winter. The winters are shorter and are not too cold, with low temperatures of around 6°C (43°F). The city of Chongqing is also notoriously foggy, with fog for about 100 days each year, which can be hard to deal with! The poor air quality can be a significant problem for some people, as the pollution can be damaging to your health if you are staying there for a long time.

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