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Cbjamm

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Q: Can I substitute work experience if I don't have TEFL/TESOL certification?

Can I substitute work experience if I don't have TEFL/TESOL certification?

I am an experienced teacher and Coach with over 20 years experience.

12 weeks 1 day ago in Visa & Legalities - China

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icnif77

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No, not in China or elsewhere.

https://teast.co/blog/teach-english-china-visa

* Authenticated Academic Credentials: You will need authenticated copies of your academic degrees and any relevant teaching certificates, such as a TEFL certificate. Authentication typically involves verification from an issuing authority in your home country and possibly further verification from the Chinese consulate or embassy.

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icnif77

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No, not in China or elsewhere.

https://teast.co/blog/teach-english-china-visa

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12 weeks 20 hours ago

jenvsmall

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I'm not 100% sure but I think only a masters degree or higher can substitute for the TEFL/TESOL. I believe it's considered to be part of your academic credentials.

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MJRyan

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I have done it. I have taught in china before with a Z visa and no TEFL/TESOL. My understanding is this was approved because of my masters AND previous work experience. Rules may have changed since 2019 though.

icnif77:

You both better travel by sea from Fuzhou to Taipei ... 'cause Q here was about work experience substitution, not Masters ... that much.

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LloydinYibin

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in the past you might have been able to if you knew the right people and were willing to teach in the rurals. Getting the TESOL would be a sinch. Why not spend the two weeks to get it?

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