The 120-Hour TEFL Level 4 Diploma is an essential gateway to a professional English teaching career globally.
Aligned with the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF), this programme ensures educators meet international standards in language pedagogy and classroom management.
Why the Level 4 TEFL Diploma is Essential for Your Future
- Global Mobility: The qualification is recognized worldwide, making it ideal for those seeking teaching opportunities in schools and language centers overseas.
- WES Eligibility: Crucial for migration to the USA or Canada, as it simplifies educational credential assessments.
- Industry Standard: The 120-hour duration is the minimum professional standard required by international employers and online teaching platforms.
- Practical Skillset: Focuses on immediate application, from lesson planning to managing diverse classroom dynamics.
- Pathway to Higher Education: Serves as a foundation for progressing to Level 5 TEFL certifications (equivalent to a foundation degree) or further academic pursuits.
Course Overview
- Duration: 6 Months
- Mode of Delivery: Online
- Total Credits: 30
- Total Learning Hours: 120 Hours
- Medium of Instruction: English
- Academic Level: RQF Level 4
Academic Structure
The curriculum is divided into 17 core modules, supplemented by a specialized teaching practicum.
Core Modules (2-Hour Sessions)
- STARTING YOUR TEFL JOURNEY
- RECEPTIVE SKILLS LISTENING
- RECEPTIVE SKILLS READING
- PRODUCTIVE SKILLS SPEAKING
- PRODUCTIVE SKILLS WRITING
- GRAMMATICAL AWARENESS
- GRAMMAR PLUS
- USING GAMES & CONTROLLED PRACTICE
- LEXIS, PHONOLOGY & FUNCTIONAL LANGUAGE
- CLASSROOM SURVIVAL TIPS
- TEACHING LARGE CLASSES
- TEACHING CHILDREN
- TEACHING EXAM CLASSES IN DIFFERENT WAYS
- BUILDING A LESSON PLAN
- LESSON PLANNING
- LESSON PLANNING PLUS
- TESTING AND ASSESSMENT
Professional Practicum
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Improve communication and language skills: 16 extra sessions (1 hour each) specifically focused on spoken English.
- 20 hours of practical teacher training sessions.
Financial Information
| Fee Category |
Amount |
| Total Course Fee | LKR 30,000 |
| Installment Plan A | LKR 7,500 × 4 Months |
| Installment Plan B | LKR 10,000 × 3 Months |
| Registration Fee | £10 (GBP) |
| Examination Fee | £50 (GBP) |
Enrollment Criteria
Applicants are required to satisfy at least one of the following entry requirements:
- Minimum Grade ‘C’ for English at the GCE A/L Examination.
- Successful completion of a recognized English Language certification.
Certification
Upon successful completion, graduates will be awarded a Dual Qualification from:
- UKPQ (UK Professional Qualifications)
- PSB University
Accreditations
PSB University – Global Qualifications & Recognition
This Level 4 Diploma qualification is recognised by the University Grants Commission (UGC) of Sri Lanka.
PSB University is accredited by leading global bodies including ASIC (UK), QAHE (USA), ACBSP (USA), CPD (UK), AUN-QA (ASEAN), and WES (USA/Canada), with affiliations to IAU (UNESCO), AACSB, QAA (UK), and THE.
It is also nationally approved by Cambodia’s ACC and Ministry of Education, with additional certifications from IEAC and OTHM (UK), ensuring internationally accepted qualifications, strong academic quality, and enhanced global study and career opportunities.
UKPQ Qualifications
This Level 4 Diploma is aligned with the RQF framework, ensuring internationally recognized standards.
As a UK-registered awarding body with official education provider status and GDPR compliance, UKPQ qualifications provide strong global recognition, enhance career opportunities, and support further studies such as degrees or master’s programs, while maintaining high-quality, structured learning outcomes suitable for international mobility.
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