TESOL Courses in Vietnam
Choose Your TESOL Pathway
At TEFL International Vietnam in Ho Chi Minh City, choose from five flexible 120-hour TESOL programs, including online, live Zoom, combined, and in-class options, designed to help you prepare for real teaching.
TESOL 1A – Self-Paced Online
Learn independently, on your own schedule
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15 self-paced online TESOL units
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15 unit tests
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Final assessment: a written essay or a recorded lesson with a lesson plan
Best for: Independent learners who prefer flexible, self-paced study
TESOL 1B – Self-Paced + Live Zoom
Self-paced online study with 20 hours of live Zoom training
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15 self-paced online TESOL units
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15 unit tests
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Final assessment: a written essay or a recorded lesson with a lesson plan
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20 hours of live Zoom training
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Guided skills practice with a trainer
Best for: Learners who want guided skills practice
READY TO TEACH
TESOL 2 – Combined
Build on TESOL 1B with supervised teaching practice, online or in class
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15 online TESOL units and unit tests
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Final theory assessment: written essay
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20 hours of trainer-led sessions, in class or on Zoom
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Practical lesson planning and materials development
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6 hours of supervised teaching, online or in class
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Detailed trainer feedback
Best for: Learners who want flexible online study, live trainer support, and supervised teaching experience
TESOL 3 – In-Class Practicum
Train step by step. Teach real students.
Be classroom-ready in 4 weeks
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Trainer-led teaching skills practice
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Lesson rehearsals with classmates
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Experience two unfamiliar languages as a learner
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Classroom-ready lesson planning
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6 hours of observed teaching with Vietnamese students at real schools
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Detailed feedback on planning, delivery, and interaction
Best for: Future teachers who want intensive practical training before starting to teach
80%+ Practical Training
Train one-to-one with an experienced TESOL trainer and focus on the skills you need most.
• Personalized coaching and individual feedback
• Lesson planning and materials development
• Intensive teaching practice
• Practical classroom techniques
• Reflection and improvement after each teaching session
Special Tuition
US$1,999 → US$1,499
Private 1-to-1 TESOL Training
What You'll Learn
Comprehensive theory. Real practice. Lasting impact.
15-UNIT ONLINE TESOL CURRICULUM
Included in TESOL 1A, TESOL 1B & TESOL 2
01 Principles, Teachers & Learners
02 Methodologies, Equipment & Teaching Aids
03 Warmers
04 Context & Contextualization
05 Teaching Speaking
06 Teaching Vocabulary
07 Teaching Grammar
08 Teaching Listening
09 Teaching Reading
10 Teaching Writing
11 Communicative Activities
12 Basic Grammar
13 Basic Phonology
14 Classroom Management
15 Lesson Planning
FINAL ASSIGNMENT
Short Essay (1,000 words) OR
Formal Lesson Plan + Videoed Teaching Performance (30–45 minutes)
Study Options & Tuition
TESOL 1A
SELF-PACED ONLINE
2–8 weeks
Schedule
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Start anytime
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Study at your own pace
Tuition
US$299 → US$199
TESOL 2
COMBINED
4–12 weeks
Schedule
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Self-paced Online Study: start anytime
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20-hour training: In Class or Live Zoom
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6-hour supervised teaching practice
Tuition
US$899 → US$699
TESOL 1B
SELF-PACED + LIVE ZOOM
2–8 weeks
Schedule
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Self-paced study: start anytime
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Live Zoom: 20 hours, scheduled cohorts
Tuition
US$599 → US$399
TESOL 3
IN-CLASS PRACTICUM
4 weeks
Schedule
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Fixed intake dates
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Trainer-led in-class training
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6-hour observed teaching practice with Vietnamese students
Tuition
International: US$1,699 → US$1,199
Vietnamese: US$1,499 → US$999
Deposit: US$199 (non-refundable)
Upcoming Course Schedules
Choose your TESOL program below to view current training dates and schedules.
TESOL 1B
SELF-PACED + LIVE ZOOM
Start anytime · 20 hours Live Zoom over 5 weeks
8:00 – 10:00 PM · Vietnam time (GMT+7)
LIVE ZOOM DATES
Mon & Wed
(2 hours x 2 days x 5 weeks)
2026
05 Oct – 04 Nov
16 Nov – 16 Dec
2027
22 Feb – 24 Mar
12 Apr – 12 May
31 May – 30 Jun
19 Jul – 18 Aug
06 Sep – 06 Oct
25 Oct – 24 Nov
LIVE ZOOM DATES
Tue & Thu
(2 hours x 2 days x 5 weeks)
2026
06 Oct – 05 Nov
17 Nov – 17 Dec
2027
23 Feb – 25 Mar
13 Apr – 13 May
01 Jun – 01 Jul
20 Jul – 19 Aug
07 Sep – 07 Oct
26 Oct – 25 Nov
TESOL 2
COMBINED
Self-Paced Online + 20-Hour Trainer-Led Training + 6 Hours Teaching
IN-CLASS TRAINING
Weekday In-Class
Choose 20 hours within
the dates shown
2026
09 Oct – 16 Oct
02 Nov – 13 Nov
30 Nov – 11 Dec
2027
04 Jan – 15 Jan
16 Feb – 26 Feb
15 Mar – 26 Mar
19 Apr – 29 Apr
31 May – 11 Jun
28 Jun – 09 Jul
26 Jul – 06 Aug
06 Sep – 17 Sep
11 Oct – 22 Oct
15 Nov – 26 Nov
IN-CLASS TRAINING
Weekend In-Class
Sat & Sun • 8:00–10:00 AM
5 weeks • 20 hours
2026
03 Oct – 01 Nov
14 Nov – 13 Dec
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2027
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20 Feb – 21 Mar
17 Apr – 16 May
29 May – 27 Jun
10 Jul – 08 Aug
21 Aug – 19 Sep
25 Sep – 24 Oct
30 Oct – 28 Nov
LIVE ZOOM TRAINING
Mon & Wed
(2 hours × 2 days × 5 weeks)
8:00–10:00 PM (Vietnam time)
20 hours total
2026
05 Oct – 04 Nov
16 Nov – 16 Dec
2027
22 Feb – 24 Mar
12 Apr – 12 May
31 May – 30 Jun
19 Jul – 18 Aug
06 Sep – 06 Oct
25 Oct – 24 Nov
LIVE ZOOM TRAINING
Tue & Thu
(2 hours × 2 days × 5 weeks)
8:00–10:00 PM (Vietnam time)
20 hours total
2026
06 Oct – 05 Nov
17 Nov – 17 Dec
2027
23 Feb – 25 Mar
13 Apr – 13 May
01 Jun – 01 Jul
20 Jul – 19 Aug
07 Sep – 07 Oct
26 Oct – 25 Nov
TESOL 3
IN-CLASS PRACTICUM
4 Weeks (Full-time in-class training and practicum)
Monday – Friday • 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM • (Vietnam time)
In-Class at Our Training Center
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
2026 COURSE DATES
09 Oct – 31 Oct
Teaching Practice: 19 – 31 Oct
02 Nov – 27 Nov
Teaching Practice: 16 – 27 Nov
30 Nov – 24 Dec
Teaching Practice: 14 – 24 Dec
2027 COURSE DATES
04 Jan – 29 Jan
Teaching Practice: 18 – 29 Jan
16 Feb – 13 Mar
Teaching Practice: 01 – 13 Mar
15 Mar – 09 Apr
Teaching Practice: 29 Mar – 09 Apr
19 Apr – 18 May
Teaching Practice: 05 – 18 May
31 May – 25 Jun
Teaching Practice: 14 – 25 Jun
28 Jun – 23 Jul
Teaching Practice: 12 – 23 Jul
26 Jul – 20 Aug
Teaching Practice: 09 – 20 Aug
06 Sep – 01 Oct
Teaching Practice: 20 Sep – 01 Oct
11 Oct – 05 Nov
Teaching Practice: 25 Oct – 05 Nov
15 Nov – 10 Dec
Teaching Practice: 29 Nov – 10 Dec
Frequently Asked Questions About TESOL Courses in Vietnam
Q1. Where can I take a TESOL certification course in Ho Chi Minh City? TEFL International Vietnam offers 120-hour TESOL programs in Ho Chi Minh City, with online, live Zoom, combined, and in-class learning options. Contact our team to find the course that suits your goals.
Q2. Can I study TESOL online or attend live Zoom classes? Yes. TESOL 1A offers self-paced online learning, while TESOL 1B combines self-paced study with 20 hours of live Zoom sessions. Both options allow trainees to study without attending regular in-person classes.
Q3. Which TESOL courses include supervised teaching practice? TESOL 2 includes six hours of supervised teaching activities, available online or in class. TESOL 3 includes six hours of observed teaching in real local schools, with trainer feedback. These options help trainees develop practical classroom skills.
Q4. Can international trainees enrol in TESOL courses in Vietnam? International trainees interested in TESOL training at TEFL International Vietnam can contact our team to discuss suitable study options. Online, live Zoom, combined, and in-class formats are available, depending on the program selected.
Q5. How do I enrol in a TESOL course at TEFL International Vietnam? Review the TESOL programs on this page and complete the enquiry form below. Tell us which course interests you and whether you prefer online, live Zoom, combined, or in-class training. Our team can then provide further information about the enrolment process.