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[eae7]

I am graduating in May from Northern Arizona University with a bachelors in elementary education with emphasis in ESL> I leave for Spain the end of May and have a trip planned until mid July. I intend on staying and living somewhere in Western Europe hopefully in Spain because I am able to communicate in Spanish.

OK, next step I want to get my TEFL certification. So many questions, whcih TEFL certification centers are the most credible.I am noy able to take a course in the U.S. can I just take an online course here in the states prior to leaving? But I know a good month course with lots of hours is the key to getting a good job. How much should I pay for a good and reputable certifiection? I have been online searching and with out at least an out-line of what organizations, when, where, etc. I just get lost.

My tentative plan is to take a good TEFL course and apply for a teaching position in Spain. I know I have a long way to go however i can not even get on the ban wagon with out my certificaion.

Would it be best to try to get my certification in the same country as I would like to teach? Is there a better chance of getting a position?

i have many more questions but i will just start with thise.

[Guy Courchesne]

First, are you eligible for legal employment in Spain, or anywhere else in the EU? Ask that question first...

[Cdaniels]

If you don't have an EU passport:
You can get employment in Latin America without a certificate.
In Spain you'd be getting paid "under the table" and a cert probably won't help you there.