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TEFL courses Amman

Contents

• The city of Amman
• The EBC TEFL course Amman training centre
• TEFL jobs in Jordan
• Visas and flights
• Accommodation packages and social activities

The city of Amman

Amman, the modern and ancient capital of Jordan, is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the World.

Built on seven hills or jabals, the city's modern buildings blend with the remnants of ancient civilizations. Honking horns give way to the beautiful call to prayer which echoes from the stately minarets which grace the city.

The profusion of gleaming white houses, kebab stalls with roasting meat, and tiny cafes where rich Arabian coffee is sipped in the afternoon sunshine, conjure a mood straight from a thousand and one nights. The most charming part of Jordan is found in the hospitality of its residents. Visitors to Jordan are continually surprised by the genuine warmth with which they are greeted. "Welcome to Jordan" is a phrase you will not soon forget.

Amman is a safe and friendly city to walk around. A stroll is the best way to discover its hidden treasures - lovely turn-of-the-century villas in Rainbow Street, glamorous modern residences in Abdoun, hidden gardens, and decorated shop-fronts. Buildings are covered with colourful tiles and curving Arabic script compete with elaborate window-dressing for your attention. Jordan is full of old and new. Whatever you are feeling, you can find it in Amman.

Feel like immersing yourself in culture and tradition? Take a walk downtown or visit the 'souq', (marketplace). Missing Western things? Go to Mecca Mall or City Mall and have a coffee at Starbucks or see a movie. Amman has everything you want in a safe and friendly environment.

Don't forget to take a weekend trip to visit the wonders of Jordan.

Visiting Jordan will be a visit of many pleasures, some expected and others delightfully surprising. You can anticipate the glories of one of the Seven Wonders of the World, Petra (although it's a place that's has to be experienced to fully appreciate), but also the Roman antiquities you'll find at Jerash, which is awe inspiring and beautiful.

You will certainly be taken with the great physical diversity of this small nation: from the temperate north to the southern deserts and the beautiful resort areas on the Dead Sea and at Aqaba on the Red Sea, Jordan offers something to please every traveler.

In addition to the country's many wonderful sights and attractions, the most pleasant part of your visit will be the warm welcome you'll receive from Jordanian citizens, young and old.

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The EBC TEFL course training centre

All EBC International TEFL certificate courses in Amman are given in our purpose built, training centre in the centre of Amman.

Our training centre is located in a modern building - just 3 blocks from The University of Jordan. The training centre is modern and contemporary, designed with your needs in mind.

The center has up to date computers running Windows XP, high-speed Internet connections including office-wide WIFI access, a large multi purpose room, a small library, and a staffed cafeteria where snacks and drinks, cold and hot are available all day!

Every classroom is equipped with comfortable tables and chairs that promote interactive learning, an oversized whiteboard, and a CD player. The training center also has a data show, computer lab, DVD players, and televisions.

The center is also equipped with a teacher's room with a fully stocked library of over 300 resource books. In addition, the training center has study areas where you can prepare, study and do your course work. The center is equipped with secured WiFi, so if you bring your laptop you can work any where in the center with free internet access.

EBC TEFL Training Center Coordinator

Let Vicki, our TEFL training centre coordinator, assist you in any aspect about the course or life in Jordan. Vicki is a native English speaker who is also fluent in Arabic. She has excellent local knowledge about living and working in Jordan. She is available to answer any questions you have and assist you during your stay with us on the EBC programme.

Click here for a map and directions

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TEFL jobs in Jordan

The EBC course training centre in Amman also runs a language school. Subject to availability, you may get offered an English teaching job by the language school at the end of the course.

It is easy to find teaching jobs in Jordan if you have an accredited certificate.

Any one looking for ESL positions can easily find teaching jobs in Amman and Jordan in general.

Jordan has a growing economy, and there is a very strong demand for the English language. King Abdullah II and Queen Rania of Jordan are focusing on developing a Knowledge Economy in Jordan. Education is especially important to them.

The ability to speak English is increasingly important and is becoming a necessity. Nearly 75% of the country's population must be able to speak English in order to be competitive in the business and tourism sectors. The number of Jordanians who want to learn English grows daily.

There is a high demand for English instructors in Jordan. The Ministry of Education requires that any English teacher looking for employment in ESL/EFL must have a degree in English or an accredited certificate in TESOL.

Jordan has numerous public and private schools, as well as NGO's, UNRWA, UNICEF, and the UN, which offer teaching opportunities in the country. Amman has dozens of English institutes and employment is easy to find. There are also excellent teaching opportunities in other cities such as Irbid, Jerash, and Aqaba.

Experience to-date shows that you can usually find teaching positions within 0 to 30 days after finishing the course.

Depending on experience, the average salary for an ESL instructor in Jordan is around $1000 per month. This is especially encouraging as the median salary in Jordan is around $425 per month.

Schools, colleges, universities, and language schools all employ English teachers in varying numbers.

So far, all students that have studied with EBC and then wanted to stay on and work in Jordan have done so.

It is, however, almost impossible to organize a job in Jordan before going there. Language schools have become stricter, and most will now demand a TESOL TEFL qualification and/or some teaching experience. In addition, almost all schools will expect to interview you face-to-face before making a job offer.

This is one good reason to choose EBC.

We have direct contacts with many language schools. We ensure that your CV/resume is available to potential employers on the last day of the course which should then result in interviews and job offers.

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Visas and flights

Visas - US, UK, Canada, Australia and EU passport holders

• Citizens of the United States, the UK, Canada, Australia and the EU can obtain a one month, single-entry visa on arrival at any point of entry in to Jordan except for the King Hussein Bridge at the Jordan/Israel border. Multiple-entry visas can only be obtained at the nearest embassy/consulate.
• After your visa has expired, you can extended it for an additional three to six months without the need to leave Jordan.
• If visiting Israel and the Palestinian authority it is advisable to obtain a multiple entry visa before departure.
• For stays over six months, you are required to take an AIDS test at a local government medical authority.
• Fees for a visa obtained before traveling to Jordan: Tourist, Transit and Business visas cost £11 (single-entry), £21 (multiple-entry).
• Fee for a tourist visa obtained on entry. A single entry visa on arrival costs JD10 (JD = Jordanian Dinar).

Visas - all other passport holders

Check with your country's Jordanian embassy or consulate to find out what your specific entry requirements are to cover the 28 day TESOL TEFL course period.

Before you send a deposit you must check with your nearest Jordanian embassy or consulate as to exactly what you need to do in order to apply for a tourist visa to enter Jordanian. In order to take the course you must have a tourist visa that will allow you to stay in Jordan for 5 weeks.

Make sure you have your visa BEFORE you send your deposit.

Visa duration period

The duration of your visa varies according to nationality. For Australian, Canadian, UK and US nationals, visas are valid as follows:

Tourist

Two months for single-entry if obtained from the embassy or one month if obtained at the airport, these can be extended at any Jordanian police station. Multiple-entry visas are valid for six months.

Business

Three months.

Flights

You will have to arrange your own transportation from your home country. Click here for a list of student and discount travel services.

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Accommodation packages

EBC has negotiated some great rates for you with reputable local accommodation and other service providers.

Special Package: TEFL + 4 week's accommodation starting from 2,400 USD that includes:

• The 4 week EBC TEFL course
• Two certificates: the British Council compliant EBC International Certificate in TESOL and the EBC International TEFL Certificate
• Mailing costs to a fixed address of your choice for the British Council accepted EBC International Certificate in TESOL
• The EBC worldwide, lifetime job placement service
• 4 weeks accommodation close to the EBC TEFL training centre
• 4 week use of a cell phone (deposit required)
• A weekend visit to Petra or Jerash (Five Star hotel stay included)
• City tour of Amman
• Locally organized outings and activities (self-pay, attendance optional)
• Welcome and graduation parties
• Documents so that you can get a tax refund (*) for the EBC course you took. Many EBC graduates have been successful in claiming a tax refund because of the course they took with EBC. For the 2009 filing of income tax returns, some EBC graduates have been able to get a tax refund of anywhere between 800 USD - 400 USD. EBC will provide you with all the documentation needed to apply for a tax refund based on the course you took with us.
  
  (*) depends on whether your home country allows you to deduct training expenses
  

If purchased separately these services would cost approximately 2,900 USD. The EBC package only costs 2,400 USD giving you significant savings.

Organised social activities

• FREE Welcome reception
• FREE City tour of Amman
• FREE Graduation party

Other packages

Starting from 500 Jordanian Dinars (JD) for 4 weeks (depending on the season) containing:

• Private room in a shared apartment
  
  OR
• Single room in a hotel apartment 30 JD per day
  
  OR
• Stay with a selected local family with daily breakfast and dinner

Optional

• Airport pickup (25 JD)
• Airport drop-off (25 JD)

EBC is providing this service to help you get reliable accommodation without the additional cost of a middle-man. EBC is not responsible for any aspect of any accommodation arranged using these or other services. All Prices are subject to change without notice. Please ensure that you are fully aware of all fees, deposits, payment terms etc. prior to contracting one of these services.

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"I was very satisfied with the entire course. It gave me the necessary knowledge and experience to start teaching independently and I would not hesitate to recommend EBC to others wishing to take a TEFL course."

Emma Simpson (UK)