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Our tefl course in Brazil is located in the coastal city of Natal, also known as the ‘city of sun’. Natal is a popular destination for visitors from all over the world who are drawn here by the fantastic climate, beautiful beaches, crystal clear waters and spectacular coral reefs. The area is also famous for having the best air quality in the Americas, which is just one of the many reasons why this is a perfect location for taking a tefl course.

During the week you will spend much of your time at our training centre receiving high quality teacher training from our experienced and motivating staff members. However, over the weekends you will have the freedom to do as much or as little as you like. The city is large enough to offer plenty of attractions and activities to keep you busy, although it is also small enough to be explored on a personal level. Of course, you may wish to simply spend your time relaxing under the Brazilian sun on one of the area’s spectacular beaches.

One of the attractions that you may want to explore is the Fort of Holy Kings. This star shaped fort was built by Portuguese settlers in 1598 and still contains cannons and other relics from its long history. It also offers fantastic views of the city and the surrounding area. Another place where you can get a good feel for the area is the Farol de Mae Luiza lighthouse which provides spectacular views of the beaches of Areia Preta, Genipabu and Ponta Negra.

The Natal tourism centre is set in a former prison and is actually a fascinating attraction in itself. It contains a handicraft gallery featuring displays of glass, fabric and wooden items which depict the cultural history of the region.

As with the rest of the country, the people of Natal are obsessed with the national sport of football. It seems that every person in the country plays the game and there are numerous opportunities to experience the atmosphere of a big match as Natal is home to three professional clubs who all play in the local Machadao Stadium. As the city has been named as one of the venues for the 2014 World Cup there has been huge investment in the local infrastructure which has further enhanced the attraction of the area.

Natal is also known for the Brazilian martial art of Capoeira. This unique form of martial art combines elements of dance and music with quick, complex moves which are fascinating to watch. A visit to a demonstration of Capoeira is an opportunity you will not want to miss.

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The School

Our TEFL training centre in Natal is located close to the downtown area and is well situated for public transport links to other parts of the city and surrounding region. The centre is a modern, comfortable and well equipped facility that provides the ideal environment for teacher training at the highest level.

Our centre’s facilities include:

• Modern, well equipped classrooms.
• Wi-Fi internet access.
• A computer lab.
• An extensive library of EFL materials.
• Wheelchair access to all floors and classrooms.
• A Café which serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Our training centre in Natal also offers a wide variety of other training courses including photography and web design, as well as language courses in Spanish and Portuguese.

Accommodation

Once you have paid your deposit and confirmed your place on one of our courses, our centre in Natal will send you a list of all the local accommodation options. We will do all we can to help you make the right choice to suit your personal requirements and budget.

Hostel type accommodation starts at around US$25 per night, while accommodation in a local hotel starts at around US$50 per night.

If you have any questions regarding accommodation for your TEFL course in Natal, please feel free to contact us.

Course dates

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Course fees

The total price is divided into: deposit and balance.

The deposit may be paid via a) credit card b) Paypal c) wire transfer d) Western Union.

The balance of the course fee must be paid by cash, PayPal or bank transfer directly to the training center on the first day of the course.

 

Deposit
US$ 600

to be paid in advance

+

Balance
US$ 1500

to be paid on arrival

Accomodation Fees

The accommodation fees are not part of the course price and you are free to choose whichever accommodation option you prefer.

If you choose to use our accommodation, it should be paid for either by cash, PayPal or bank transfer directly to the school at the start of the course.

All Period
US$ 300

(to be paid on arrival)

Homestay accommodation

Per night
US$ 25

(to be paid on arrival)

hostel accommodation

Per Night
US$ 59

(to be paid on arrival)

hotel/posada accommodation

Frequently Asked Questions

• What are my payment options?

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  Course deposits must be paid to our administrative center. Credit/debit card payments are the fastest and cheapest way to pay, but we also accept payments via Western Union, Pay Pal and bank transfer. While there are no deadlines for a deposit, courses can fill up quickly and your seat will only be reserved after the deposit has been paid.

  Once you make your deposit, you will receive an email with an informational packet that provides detailed information about the course and Natal itself.

  The balance of course fees is payable on the first day of class and can be made with a credit/debit card, cash or traveler’s check.

• What are my accommodation options?

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  After you have secured your place on the training course in Natal we will provide details of hostels, Posadas and hotels and will ask you to fill out an accommodation preference form and return it to us. We will then go ahead and book the accommodation of your choice. Accommodation costs for the full duration of the course start at US$25 per night.

  Your accommodation can be available any time and we hope that you plan to arrive in Natal by the Saturday before the course begins as this will give you a chance to relax and get accustomed to your surroundings.

• What travel documents will I need for thailand?

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  All visitors to Brazil are required to carry a passport valid for at least six months after arrival date.

  Visitors from the following countries can stay in Brazil for a maximum of 90 days without a visa:

  Argentina, Austria, Belgium, Bolivia, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Croatia, Denmark, Ecuador, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Honduras, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Luxembourg, Monaco, Morocco, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Malta, Paraguay, Peru, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, San Marino, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Suriname, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, Trinidad and Tobago, Tunisia, Turkey, United Kingdom, Uruguay, Vatican.

  American, Canadian and Australian nationals require a visa to enter Brazil both single and multiple entry visas are available from your local Brazilian consulate. Citizens from all other countries should contact their local Brazilian consulate to obtain current travel regulations.

• What is the course schedule?

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  The course runs full-time over 4 weeks, Monday to Friday. The first two weeks are comprised of 6 hours of classroom work each day, with two 15-minute breaks and one hour for lunch. The final two weeks are spent on lesson planning and teaching practice. On the first day of your course you should arrive for orientation at 10am ­and at this time you will be given a detailed course timetable.

• What can I expect during teaching practice?

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  We invite local Brazilian students to attend classes free of charge for your teaching practice. They are very keen and enthusiastic and split into classes according to their ability so you will have the chance to teach a variety of levels and abilities.

• Who usually attends the course?

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  Usually trainees from native English speaking countries such as the USA, U.K Australia etc but there will also likely be a few fluent non-native speakers on the course also.

• Is there a dress code?

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  There is no dress code as such for the input sessions and activities led by our trainers but when you are teaching smart casual clothes are required.

• What should I bring for course studies?

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  A laptop computer is optional as we have a dedicated computer lab and computer access is freely available in the library. If you do bring your laptop then free WiFi access is available.

  In addition, to secure a teaching job you may be asked to provide copies of your birth certificate, college degrees and transcripts. Rather than carrying these documents with you, you are advised to scan and email them to yourself so you will always have access to them.