I want to teach English abroad. Do I really need a teaching certificate?
It depends on the country you are planning to teach in. In Europe, the CELTA (from the University of Cambridge) is the most widely accepted level-entry certificate and many schools will not hire you unless you have completed this one-month intensive course. In other countries, such as Japan, a teaching certificate isn’t necessary. www.tefl.com is one of the largest portals for TEFL jobs. Click on to the jobs advertised to see the qualifications required.