Why Study TEFL in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
The place once known as Saigon now goes by the name Ho Chi Minh City (or sometimes simply HCMC) and is now Vietnam's largest city - and that's not just in terms of population. The city is home to more than 5 million people, and it also covers an area of more than 2,000 square kilometers. Ho Chi Minh City sits between the Mekong Delta and South Vietnam, 50km from the South China Sea.
This fascinating and bustling city is full of character and history - both recent and long ago. Ho Chi Minh City is an important business center for Vietnam, and it's also an increasingly popular tourist destination. You'll find trendy cafes and bars between the high rises, colorful markets amidst the sea of people and traditional temples and pagodas on busy streets clogged with scooter traffic. In short, time spent in HCMC is rewarding, exciting and endlessly interesting.
Our Ho Chi Minh City TEFL Program
We try to be progressive with our program locations, so we expanded our location offerings to include Ho Chi Minh City. Our TEFL course is located in District 3 of the city. District 1 is where all the tourists go, so you'll be able to get there and see the sights easily and then escape back into an area of HCMC which is less touristy for your classes.
If you're interested in staying in Vietnam to teach, you'll be pleased to know that the cost of living is extremely low. Not only that, teaching wages tend to be relatively high for Southeast Asia - you can expect to find pay rates of US $8-15/hour. Our TESOL certificate is recognized in Vietnam, and many of our graduates are working in some of the country's top schools. We assist graduates in both finding a job in Vietnam and an apartment to live in once they've completed our course.
Where
- Ho Chi Minh City is situated on a giant bend in the Saigon River near the Mekong Delta in southern Vietnam.
- It's the largest city in the country, and also Vietnam's commercial, scientific, technological, industrial and tourist center.
Why
- The area around Ho Chi Minh City offers lots of indoor and outdoor activities to enjoy.
- Because it's getting more popular with travelers, Ho Chi Minh City is developing an interesting mix of cultures - while at the same time not being completely overshadowed by outside influences.
- There are opportunities for graduates of our program to either teach for a good salary or to volunteer with the local community.
Who
- Your fellow students come from many different countries all over the world.
- Your teachers are some of the most experienced and well-trained in the industry.
- Your support staff is extremely helpful and courteous, and will assist you with whatever you need.
How
- Just drop us a line by filling out our application form and we will answer all of your questions. And for our graduates, we will help you find a job and an apartment, making your arrival in Vietnam easier and more pleasant.
How Much - (Fees for TESOL Certificate Course)
- $1,390 (excluding accommodation)
- Accommodation is not provided onsite at the TEFL Center in Ho Chi Minh City, however rooms can be arranged in nearby guesthouses by the support staff. The accommodation is clean, air-conditioned, near local attractions and amenities, and is very reasonably priced (around $200 a month).
