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[arrangingpieces]

Do you think a 50-hour express course will suffice instead of the 100 hour certification? Just curious as I am sort of unclear on the difference or if there is an "international" requirement that you take the 100 hour one.

Thanks!

[efemmera]

120 seems to be the standard but you could probably get away with 100 in some places. This is just my opinion, but I wouldn't bother with a 50 hour course unless you are doing it to feel more prepared coming in. Most employers will not take it seriously and you won't earn more money. I would suggest doing the longer course, and try to find one that is accredited. Many countries do not recognise online courses unless there is an observed 6 hour teaching practicum. Korea is fairly lax in comparison to many countries as far as course accreditation is concerned. If you have plans to teach somewhere other than Korea, I would strongly recommend researching the requirements of that country prior to embarking on a course.Hope that info is helpful. Good luck.

[Ruby's Mom]

100 hours or more sounds right for South Korea.