Thank you sooo much for sharing your story Monique! I truly feel this will be valuable for many many people!

haha! Thank you Nasir! I am focused on bring you and everyone who finds this channel helpful videos are truly helpful and worth your time! I really appreciate your continued support! I hope life is treating you well!

@@FergusFadden My respectful CELTA tutor i missed you a lot You are a really brilliant tutor I had been waiting until i watched your last video. Your knowledge is really top- notch You are the best Inshallah one day i will become a CELTA teacher like you

I'm so happy you found it useful! Are you currently taking a CELTA or TEFL course somewhere?

nossa! muito obrigado! Would you believe I am actually back in Sao Paulo right now so I will try and use that one this evening when I go to meet my friends over here :) Are you a teacher or thinking about getting into TEFL, CELTA, or the digital nomad life? I host free weekend video calls where we chat about teaching, traveling, and making the most out of these opportunities. Sign up here: integratedskills.mykajabi.com/book-an-appointment

@FergusFadden Imagina! This expression is very common in Brazil. Recently some Argentinian TV hosts "mexeram com casa de marimbondo" when they took the piss out of Fernanda Torres about her hair at the Golden Globes Awards. When people criticize Brazil or Brazilians, they need to know that they are "mexendo com casa de maribondo" haha. I'm an EFL teacher based in Manaus in the state of Amazonas. I am in Santa Catarina on vacay now, but tomorrow I'll be flying back to Manaus. So, a couple of weeks ago I watched a digital nomad's vlog where he described what his life was like as a digital nomad, and that piqued my curiosity. I wondered if teachers also ventured out as digital nomads, so I found your vid and that was the answer to my question haha. Honestly, I don't think I'm cut out for this, but I'd like to know more about it. Enjoy your stay in São Paulo to the fullest. :)

Hey there! thank you so much for reaching out and I love the cultural insight for the use of "mexeram com casa de marimbondo". I completely hear you about not feeling cut out for the life of a digital nomad. I love the freedom of being able to go on these kinds of wonderful adventures and not having my job hold me back. At the same time, life out of a suitcase gets tiring and I miss my creature comforts of being home! I guess for me, like all things in life it's about finding balance. I was just talking to a friend about Manuas recently - I have never been further North in Brazil than Vitoria em Espírito Santo but I would very much love to know more of the nordeste and amazonas - one day I hope :)

hi there! thanks so much for reaching out! I host free weekend video calls where we chat about CELTA, TEFL, teaching, traveling, and making the most out of these opportunities. Please feel free to sign up here: integratedskills.mykajabi.com/book-an-appointment

I wonder about this - I see where you're coming from. However, my contention is that the more AI pervades everything the more us humans will come to value real human contact rather than the robots. If you'd like to discuss more or if you are a teacher or thinking about getting into TEFL, CELTA, or the digital nomad life? I host free weekend video calls where we chat about teaching, traveling, and making the most out of these opportunities. Please feel free to sign up here: integratedskills.mykajabi.com/book-an-appointment

Hi there! thank you so much for reaching out! It really sounds like you are on the verge of a very exciting time in your life. At the same time I admire the fact that you are doing your due diligence. That is actually the core of so much of the advice I give people embarking on this kind of journey. If you'd like to discuss more or if you are a teacher or thinking about getting into TEFL, CELTA, life coaching, or the digital nomad life? I host free weekend video calls where we chat about teaching, traveling, and making the most out of these opportunities. Please feel free to sign up here: integratedskills.mykajabi.com/book-an-appointment

I don't think the gap in educational experience should pose you any problems! wishing you every success in the future! If you'd like to discuss more or if you are a teacher or thinking about getting into TEFL, CELTA, life coaching, or the digital nomad life? I host free weekend video calls where we chat about teaching, traveling, and making the most out of these opportunities. Please feel free to sign up here: integratedskills.mykajabi.com/book-an-appointment

quite the succinct comment :) If you'd like to discuss more or if you are a teacher or thinking about getting into TEFL, CELTA, life coaching, or the digital nomad life? I host free weekend video calls where we chat about teaching, traveling, and making the most out of these opportunities. Please feel free to sign up here: integratedskills.mykajabi.com/book-an-appointment

Thanks for reaching out. Honestly, I am not familiar with London Teacher Training College so it would be unfair of me to comment too much. However, If you'd like to discuss various aspects of their offering and what it would mean or if you are a teacher or thinking about getting into TEFL, CELTA, life coaching, or the digital nomad life? I host free weekend video calls where we chat about teaching, travelling, and making the most out of these opportunities. Please feel free to sign up here: integratedskills.mykajabi.com/book-an-appointment

Thanks for reaching out. Honestly, I am not familiar with the "Arizona State University TESOL Certification Course presented by Coursera" so it would be unfair of me to comment too much. I would say thought, if it is from Arizona State university then that in and of itself is a good marker of quality. Having said that, If you'd like to discuss various aspects of their offering and what it would mean or if you are a teacher or thinking about getting into TEFL, CELTA, life coaching, or the digital nomad life? I host free weekend video calls where we chat about teaching, travelling, and making the most out of these opportunities. Please feel free to sign up here: integratedskills.mykajabi.com/book-an-appointment

I completely understand the feeling. It's true what they say about the intensity of CELTA but there are other ways of doing it e.g. once a week over 3 to 4 months is offered by some centres. Als,o the intensity does not equate to impossible - the vast majority of people who go for CELTA are successful and find it most rewarding. If you'd like to discuss various aspects of their offering and what it would mean or if you are a teacher or thinking about getting into TEFL, CELTA, life coaching, or the digital nomad life? I host free weekend video calls where we chat about teaching, travelling, and making the most out of these opportunities. Please feel free to sign up here: integratedskills.mykajabi.com/book-an-appointment

Thanks for reaching out. Honestly, I am not familiar with this EF couse so it would be unfair of me to comment too much. However, 120 hour is a good baseline marker of quality. However, If you'd like to discuss various aspects of their offering and what it would mean or if you are a teacher or thinking about getting into TEFL, CELTA, life coaching, or the digital nomad life? I host free weekend video calls where we chat about teaching, travelling, and making the most out of these opportunities. Please feel free to sign up here: integratedskills.mykajabi.com/book-an-appointment

wishing you all the very best with that!

Hi Justine! South Africa is one of my favourite places! I delivered 4 CELTAs there between 2015 and 2017 (in Durban). I will say that my ratings are quite subjective and I am very open to being challenged or others who have another perspective. At the end of the day the rating systems was not put out there to exclude anything that wasn't S+. Each course has it's place for each person. However, If you'd like to discuss various aspects of their offering and what it would mean or if you are a teacher or thinking about getting into life coaching, or the digital nomad life? I host free weekend video calls where we chat about teaching, travelling, and making the most out of these opportunities. Please feel free to sign up here: integratedskills.mykajabi.com/book-an-appointment

thank you! I'm glad it helped!

Hi there! There are lots of great CELTA centers around the world and it’s great to hear your interest! I would encourage you to look at some reviews of CELTA centers, or maybe check out one of the many great websites that discuss CELTA centers. If you'd like to discuss the course or if you are a teacher or thinking about getting into TEFL, CELTA, life coaching, or the digital nomad life? I host free weekend video calls where we chat about teaching, travelling, and making the most out of these opportunities. Please feel free to sign up here: integratedskills.mykajabi.com/book-an-appointment

Thanks for reaching out. Honestly, I am not familiar with "TELF certificate with Teaher Record" so it would be unfair of me to comment too much. However, If you'd like to discuss various aspects of their offering and what it would mean or if you are a teacher or thinking about getting into TEFL, CELTA, life coaching, or the digital nomad life? I host free weekend video calls where we chat about teaching, travelling, and making the most out of these opportunities. Please feel free to sign up here: integratedskills.mykajabi.com/book-an-appointment

Thanks for reaching out. Honestly, I am not familiar with "TEFL Universal " so it would be unfair of me to comment too much. However, If you'd like to discuss various aspects of their offering and what it would mean or if you are a teacher or thinking about getting into TEFL, CELTA, life coaching, or the digital nomad life? I host free weekend video calls where we chat about teaching, travelling, and making the most out of these opportunities. Please feel free to sign up here: integratedskills.mykajabi.com/book-an-appointment

"What is the best school" - is far too much of a subjective question to answer broadly. However, If you'd like to discuss the topic generally or if you are a teacher or thinking about getting into TEFL, CELTA, life coaching, or the digital nomad life? I host free weekend video calls where we chat about teaching, travelling, and making the most out of these opportunities. Please feel free to sign up here: integratedskills.mykajabi.com/book-an-appointment

I'm really glad you liked it! I see you are based in South Africa? I have delivered CELTA courses in Durban twice and absolutely loved it over there!Are you currently teaching or thinking about taking another TEFL certification?

Congrats on being successful with your interview! If you'd like to discuss various aspects of the course or if you are a teacher or thinking about getting into TEFL, CELTA, life coaching, or the digital nomad life? I host free weekend video calls where we chat about teaching, travelling, and making the most out of these opportunities. Please feel free to sign up here: integratedskills.mykajabi.com/book-an-appointment

The are both well regarded courses, eitherway you will come out with a good tefl preparation. If you'd like to discuss various aspects of the course or if you are a teacher or thinking about getting into TEFL, CELTA, life coaching, or the digital nomad life? I host free weekend video calls where we chat about teaching, travelling, and making the most out of these opportunities. Please feel free to sign up here: integratedskills.mykajabi.com/book-an-appointment

Oh my! that is a terrible situation - how did it turn out? did you get a refund?

@ Thanks for this, it reminds me to update you. They keep pushing back my refund-it’s been over a month. Their refund process is super weird and sketchy, making you log in to some other site. The only upside is I chose their installment plan, so I’m only out $100. But here’s the kicker: it’s been a month, and they didn’t charge me this month as planned. They’ve basically canceled future payments but still won’t refund my initial one. It’s clear these guys are scammers. They might have started off okay, but now they’re just like all the others out to rip you off. First-hand reviews were good, but new ones on Trustpilot are painting a very different picture.

I'm so happy you found this video helpful! If you'd like to discuss various aspects of the course or if you are a teacher or thinking about getting into TEFL, CELTA, life coaching, or the digital nomad life? I host free weekend video calls where we chat about teaching, travelling, and making the most out of these opportunities. Please feel free to sign up here: integratedskills.mykajabi.com/book-an-appointment

@@FergusFadden Thank you for your invite, Fergus! Unfortunately, now I'm focused on applying for higher education. However, once I get free, I'll definitely take part in your video call 😄

Wishing you every success with your future endeavours!

Thank you so much for reaching out! If you'd like to discuss various aspects of the course or if you are a teacher or thinking about getting into TEFL, CELTA, life coaching, or the digital nomad life? I host free weekend video calls where we chat about teaching, travelling, and making the most out of these opportunities. Please feel free to sign up here: integratedskills.mykajabi.com/book-an-appointment

HI there! yes I do! Please feel free to book a call with me here: integratedskills.mykajabi.com/book-an-appointment

How is it so far?

How is it I’m also interested in this one is it level 3 cwrufucage or level 5 diploma Tefl

How is it?

Lot's of people are interested in your perspective! I host free weekend video calls where we chat about training courses, teaching, travelling, and making the most out of these opportunities. Please feel free to sign up here: integratedskills.mykajabi.com/book-an-appointment

I'd love to hear about your experience on the course sometime! If ever you'd like to join a free TEFL group discussion I host on Saturdays then please feel free to sign up here: calendly.com/integratedskillsacademy/join-the-wait-list-cfg-free

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Taking a long term view with your goals is always a wise choice in my view! Pay attention to everything that happens a long the way - those things may end up being more valuable than your actual certification! Wishing you every success! By the way, if you would like to sign up for my weekly group call where we talk about all things TEFL/CETLA/Digital Nomad then please feel free to join with this link: calendly.com/integratedskillsacademy/join-the-wait-list-cfg-free

@FergusFadden True I will check it out but I am going to be getting the practical experience to while I work My way up now I do admit that I don't have a college degree so it's a constant uphill battle but I want to show them that high school graduates can do it just as good as or if not better than college graduates can.

100% I completely agree with you. In my humble opinion I would say college degrees are not the be all and end all. If you have an inner drive and willingness to learn in a practical way then there is no reason why a college degree should hold you back and possibly it is a wise decision given the exorbitant fees for college courses!

If I am honest, I can't say I have had any exposure to that institute. However, if you'd like to share a link here I would be happy to have a look. By the way, if you would like to sign up for my weekly group call where we talk about all things TEFL/CETLA/Digital Nomad then please feel free to join with this link: calendly.com/integratedskillsacademy/join-the-wait-list-cfg-free

I wish you all the very best luck with your TEFL academy course! And of course, no course is without some redeeming feature :) By the way, if you would like to sign up for my weekly group call where we talk about all things TEFL/CETLA/Digital Nomad then please feel free to join with this link: calendly.com/integratedskillsacademy/join-the-wait-list-cfg-free

Enrolled in TTA myself the other day. Really looking forward to it.

wishing you every success!

My pleasure! I hope that you found the video helpful! By the way, if you would like to sign up for my weekly group call where we talk about all things TEFL/CETLA/Digital Nomad then please feel free to join with this link: calendly.com/integratedskillsacademy/join-the-wait-list-cfg-free

Of course! I am glad you found this helpful! By the way, if you would like to sign up for my weekly group call where we talk about all things TEFL/CETLA/Digital Nomad then please feel free to join with this link: calendly.com/integratedskillsacademy/join-the-wait-list-cfg-free

Thanks for sharing! I'm glad that you found something useful from this video!

CELTA is a great course! Keep working on everything and I'm sure you will get there one day!

Yes the extensive course is particularly good for people who want to continue working while takign their CELTA

My pleasure :)

It is a great option for many people who just need a little more time!

Absolutely!!

There are ways of teaching abroad with a family. I will say it is a little more challenging but where there is a will there is a way. I have known quite a few people who have travelled and worked abroad as a teacher with their family with them!

so nice of you to say! I hope you get a lot of value from my videos :)