Why Study TEFL in Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica
Costa Rica is a treasure trove of natural beauty, and the town of Manuel Antonio is no exception. The town is in an interesting geographical location, where rainforests, mountains and beaches come together. Sitting on the country's central Pacific coast, Manuel Antonio is just outside one of Costa Rica's most prominent national parks - and the natural wonders don't stop at the park's borders.
This area is reknowned for its excellent bird-watching, hiking, horseback riding, surfing, rainforest canopy tours, river rafting and sea kayaking - among other things! If you like the outdoors, you will certainly not be bored in Manuel Antonio.
Our Manuel Antonio TEFL Program
Our TEFL course in Manuel Antonio is about 3.5 hours from Costa Rica's capital city of San Jose (or 20 minutes if you want to hop on a short flight), less than six kilometers from Manuel Antonio National Park and a few minutes from both the local beaches and the small village of Quepos. In Quepos, you can see real Costa Rican life as well as enjoy some great shops, cafes, markets and a fun nightlife scene. If it sounds like you'll be studying for your TESOL certificate in paradise, you're probably not too far off.
Where
- Manuel Antonio is a short flight (or 3.5 hours by bus) from San Jose, Costa Rica.
- The town is a few miles from a national park bearing the same name.
- You'll be studying in a town surrounded by rainforests, mountains and beaches, and within walking distance of the nearby town of Quepos.
- You can enjoy the peace and quiet of nature, or the nightlife - or both!
Why
- Our TEFL course is administered by people with extensive training and local knowledge.
- Our classes and curriculum are organized and have been proven successful.
- Most of our classes are small, with no more than 16 students in any class. That means you get lots of personal attention from the teacher to increase your learning ability.
- You'll get teaching practice in area schools with real students.
- We organize an adventure excursion for students at no extra charge.
- There are lots of employment opportunities in Costa Rica for qualified English teachers, so if you like it here you can probably arrange to stay!
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.
When
- Check out the Course Schedules to see the available dates.
How
- Fill out an application form and take that next step towards learning amidst the natural splendor of Costa Rica!
How Much - Fees for TESOL Certificate Course
- US $1,690 excluding accommodation
- Accommodations starting at US $350 for the month, and home-stays are $400.
- Accommodations are available from the Sunday before the course begins through the Saturday following the course. Keys for the apartments can be picked up between 12 and 5:30 on the Sunday before the course begins at the TEFL site. People in home-stays and hotel-style accommodations can go directly to their accommodations. Please contact the Manuel Antonio office for more information about the various housing options.
