TEFL Certification for Teaching in Korea
Compare the current 120, 140 and 170-hour options, including practice components, prices and terms. Confirm your target program's rules before you enrol.
120–170
Course Hours
$249–$449
Korvia Prices (USD)
$50
Discount vs Listed Regular Price
Online
Course Delivery
Quick Answer
Do you need TEFL certification to teach English in Korea?
Which TEFL class fits your plan?
Hours are easy to compare. The more important differences are the practice component, the completion documents, and whether your target program will accept the exact course.
120 hrs
International TEFL
No separate teaching-practice component listed
- Four study modules
- Tutor support
- Priority grading
- Digital certificate included
140 hrs
International TEFL + Teaching Practice
20-hour teaching-practice component
- Four study modules
- Tutor support
- 20 hours of teaching practice
- Digital certificate included
170 hrs
International TEFL + Extended Practice
50-hour teaching-practice component
- Four study modules
- Tutor support
- 50 hours of teaching practice
- Digital certificate included
Prices shown are Korvia's current USD course prices on August 24, 2026 and are USD 50 below the listed regular prices above. A digital certificate is included; a physical certificate is currently a USD 35 optional add-on. Review checkout terms before payment.
Four checks before you enrol
A course can be useful training and still be the wrong document for a specific placement. Verify first, then choose the format.
Read the independent certificate guide →- 1
Confirm your target role
EPIK, another public-school program, a hagwon and an international school do not use identical qualification rules.
- 2
Confirm the exact course
Send the course link and hour/practice breakdown to the program or recruiter reviewing your application.
- 3
Review the completion evidence
Ask what the digital certificate and any transcript or hour confirmation will show.
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Read the financial terms
The current fee is non-refundable. Confirm the option, timing and physical-certificate add-on before payment.
From enrolment to certificate
Choose & pay
Select the 120, 140 or 170-hour option in Korvia's checkout form.
Receive access
Access is issued within 24 working hours after payment confirmation.
Complete coursework
Study the four modules and submit the assessments required by the course.
Complete practice & receive certificate
For the 140/170-hour options, complete the listed practice component; the digital certificate is included.
“Working hours” means Monday through Friday in Korea Standard Time, excluding Korean public holidays. Individual completion time varies.
Who provides the course?
The course materials and certification are provided by the London College of Teachers & Trainers (LCTT). Korvia presents the listed partner discount and hosts the checkout form, but the checkout terms state that payment is made between the customer and LCTT. Payment information, responsibility, and liability are not passed to Korvia.
Provider and oversight claims should be checked against the documents supplied for the exact course. Ask Korvia for current supporting information if your program needs it before enrolment.
Course subjects currently listed
Methodology
Approaches to English-language teaching
Grammar
English grammar for classroom explanation
Phonology
Sounds and pronunciation
Language skills
Reading, writing, listening and speaking
Lesson planning
Objectives, activities and lesson structure
Teaching practice
Included in the 140 and 170-hour options
TEFL certification FAQ
How many TEFL hours does EPIK require?
EPIK's published eligibility threshold is a TEFL, TESOL or CELTA certificate of at least 100 hours for applicants who do not qualify through an education-focused degree or recognised teaching licence. A 120-hour course exceeds that hour threshold, but placement-specific requirements can apply.
Does buying this course guarantee EPIK acceptance or a job?
No. A course purchase does not guarantee document acceptance, interview success, placement, visa issuance or employment. EPIK, the relevant Office of Education, immigration authorities and employers make their own decisions under the rules that apply to your case.
Can I enrol without a bachelor's degree?
Yes, the course itself does not list a degree as an enrolment requirement. That does not change the degree and nationality rules that may apply to teaching jobs or Korean visas. Check your target role before enrolling for employment purposes.
How long does the course take?
The course is self-paced. Korvia's current course information says many learners complete the 120-hour option in about two to three months, but actual completion time depends on the learner and the selected option.
When is course access issued?
Korvia's current fulfilment term is within 24 working hours after payment confirmation. Working hours are Monday through Friday in Korea Standard Time, excluding Korean public holidays.
Is the course fee refundable?
No. The current checkout terms state that the course fee is non-refundable. Review the course option, eligibility considerations and terms before paying.
Does the price include a certificate?
The listed price includes a digital certificate. The current checkout information lists a physical certificate as an optional USD 35 add-on.
Pricing & access
LCTT charges the prices in USD. They include course materials and a digital certificate; a physical certificate is currently a USD 35 add-on. Course access is issued within 24 working hours after confirmed payment.
Refunds & outcomes
The course fee is non-refundable. Enrolment does not guarantee course completion, document acceptance, a job, placement, salary level, or visa.
Confirm first. Enrol second.
If your target program confirms the course fits, compare the three options and choose the practice level that matches your preparation needs.