TESOL Course & Certification in Ghana

TESOL International offers TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) courses in Ghana for those that have a passion for teaching the English language. The TEFL institute in Ghana is located in Accra which is the capital of Ghana. TESOL international, as part of the course also offers 25 valuable hours of voluntary teaching. The TESOL course in Accra is located just 5 kilometers from the airport and the fee that you pay for the course also includes airport pick up and drop. The best part of doing the TEFL course in Ghana is the opportunity to stay with the local families. The opportunity here for cultural exchanges is immense. The TESOL International in Ghana will of course help find you a local who will be ready to host you during the entire duration of the course in case you choose to do so.

We offer TEFL Courses at these locations in Ghana:

TEFL Accra

Job opportunities in Ghana after your course

Ghana is a developing country that is one of the largest producers of gold. The Ghanaian Diaspora around the world contributes a lot to the economy as locals are mostly dependant on agriculture. The economy in Ghana has grown two fold in the last 45 years and promises more growth. In the year 2007, there was an educational reform that was enacted which changed the system of teaching at primary, high school and university levels. English is a mandatory subject at all levels of education, which presents quite a few opportunities for those seeking to teach English in Ghana. The TEFL course will provide you with an environment that cannot be found in other parts of the world and being certified here, one can be competent enough to teach anywhere in the world.

TESOL International Center in Ghana

The TESOL International office in Ghana is a modern building with all amenities.. Ghana has over 83% of its children enrolled in schools and needs many people to teach various subjects at the schools. There are still over 500,000 children that can be drawn to schools which mean more job opportunities. The TESOL institute in Ghana offers lifetime placement assistance but one should not expect high pay scales as Ghana is a developing economy and teaching English in Ghana should be considered a service and an exposure to diverse environments instead of a lucrative opportunity.

Travelling and savoring the exotic tastes of Ghana

Ghana is a country on the west coast of Africa that got its independence from the British crown in 1957 and it was the first Sub-Saharan African nation to do so. Linguistically and ethnically it is a diverse country with over 250 languages being spoken by its peoples. Ghana has a large coastline which is famous among tourists for its tropical climate and beaches and it offers a unique travelling experience.

The people of Ghana re extremely friendly and it's an ideal destination for first time travelers. The pace of daily life in Ghana is very slow and it offers a relaxing atmosphere and for this reason travelling can be undertaken in Ghana in a quite leisurely and laid back fashion. English is the official language of Ghana and most people in the urban centers will be able to converse in English to some extent. Ghana is a melting pot of various cultures and this has paved the way for a cuisine that's quite specific to Ghana. The Fufu is a traditional Ghanaian dish that should be tried at any cost. Fish, corn, Okra and mutton are the main ingredients that are used in Ghanaian dishes.

Changing dollars in Ghana should not be a problem but like other West African countries, dollar bills that were printed before 2007 can be a little hard to manage with. The Ghanaian currency is the Ghana Cedi which is equivalent to 10,000 old Cedis. Euros also come in quite handy in Ghana with many restaurants offering to change Euros to the Ghana Cedi. Ghana can be a wonderful experience, both for the seasoned traveler and the first time visitors. It may not be a roller coaster ride but it's sure to remain an unforgettable vacation or a teaching experience if you are planning to work in Ghana.

Sign up for our TESOL Courses in these centers in Ghana:

TESOL Courses in Accra