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[norellleung]

I saw somewhere that a course that is not certified in a certain way doesn't count when applying for EPIK and GEPIK? Is that true?

[wanderkind]

The only requirement I'm aware of is that it needs to include a certain number of hours where you're actually in class. I think it's 20?

As far as certification of the institution, there isn't really a body governing who can teach TEFL/TESL, or grant the certificates (that I know of), so I don't think that requirement exists. (Whether a TESOL/CELTA cert, being affiliated with a prestigious institution, gives you a leg up behind the scenes...I honestly doubt the coordinators/teachers reviewing resumes differentiate between them much if at all. Your picture probably receives greater consideration.)

You SHOULD google the shit out of it though. Given that there's a distinct lack of oversight, there's a lot of places that take advantage of people. Do your research!

[ttompatz]