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[Prose One]

Hi

I am looking to obtain a job teaching ESL, but I don't have a BA.
i can't find any information on countries that accept people without a BA, could anyone give me any information

(im am looking to obtain a job in or around China/Japan/Taiwan)

[Hayde]

Hey Prose One, you won't be able to get a job legally in Korea, Japan, or Taiwan (and technically China). You could do it illegally in Taiwan, but I wouldn't suggest Korea or Japan. They just had large crackdowns. I knew of some people who taught legally in China though without a BA. I really think that is your best bet to be honest. I don't know your situation so I won't judge, but is it possible to get your BA before?

[Prose One]

It is possible, but id rather not wait the 4 years, I'm basically looking for something to do until 2009 rolls around, which is when I can get the career that I'd like.

Looks like China's my only option then.

Is it a good idea to go through a recruiter? and if so can anyone recommend a few good ones?

[ab]

You can work, wothout a BA, as an English Teacher in China.

YOu can work in Some countries with ONLY a Celta certificate, which is awarded by Cambridge University,
I worked in China, at a bad job, returned and studied Celta in Sydney Australia, cost $2000, got a job in a chinese University, and they didnt even care that I had it.
Celta = Ceritficate in English Teaching of Adults
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