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City/State: Krabi Province |
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Country: THAILAND
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| Yomps |
10 Woodland Way
Sussex
UNITED KINGDOM
BN1 8BA
Phone: 0845 006 1435
www.yomps.co.uk
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Program description: |
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Volunteer on this programme to earn a reputable 100 hour TEFL qualification and teach English in Thailand for ten weeks. Teaching in Thailand gives you the chance to experience the customs, traditions and culturally rich areas of a unique and distinctive country, whilst contributing towards the community development and education of its people.
This volunteering adventure takes you to teach English in Thailand and aid community development by making a real, positive impact to the education of the underprivileged local communities. By being a volunteer in Thailand on this programme, you can immerse yourself in the inspiring local culture of Thailand whilst gaining a valuable and widely recognised TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) qualification. The TEFL course gives volunteers the opportunity to progress from a beginner’s level to the level of a highly skilled teacher of English as a foreign language. Therefore this volunteer project is an exciting and constructive choice for your gap year, career break or adventurous overseas experience.
As well as gaining a reputable TEFL qualification and teaching English to help community development in Thailand, volunteers will also get the opportunity to explore the stunning region in which they are based. You will be located in the Krabi Province of Thailand, which lies on the Andaman Sea and is an area of magnificent scenery, spectacular natural marine and terrestrial environments, and numerous national parks. So whether you are looking for a career in teaching or just want to go on the trip of a lifetime, being a volunteer in Thailand will provide you with the fulfilling and worthwhile experience of a lifetime!
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General program information: |
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Program open to: Everyone
Age range: 18+
Travel to site: Varies
Is opportunity more independant or group orientated: Group
No. in group: 8 to 18
Living arrangements on the program: Group living
How long does the program last?: 1-3 Months
What are the dates of this program: 09 Jan to 20 Mar 2009,
04 Apr to 13 Jun 2009,
27 Jun to 05 Sep 2009,
03 Oct to 12 Dec 2009...
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Benefits and advantages of the program: |
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What's Included?
Pre-departure support
Airport pick-up and transfer to base
Food and accommodation
Training and materials necessary for the volunteer trip activities
Basic Thai lessons
Comprehensive TEFL training and certification
First Aid training course (Emergency First Responder)
Thai Bok Khorani National Park excursion
Bor Thor excursion
Weekend trip to the famous Khao Lak resport town
A long-tailed boat ride or a visit to the Tiger Temple Cave
24-hour in-country support
24-hour emergency phone line in the UK
Free Careers Abroad fieldwork placement and job vacancy service for all former expedition members (successful placements depend upon aptitude and attitudes)
Criminal Records Bureau check for UK participants
Discounted access to Smugmug services – a secure way of storing your photos while travelling.
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Cost or price of this program: |
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£1950 / $3,900 (US) / €2,730
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Qualifications required: |
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No previous experience or foreign language skills are required to join this project, as it is included in a comprehensive training programme designed to give volunteers all the necessary skills needed. The course is open to anybody of at least 18 years of age, as long as you have an interest in languages, strong verbal and writing skills and have an educational background equivalent to that required to gain entrance to a higher education institution. We require that non-native English speakers have a high proficiency of the English language in order to meet the course demands effectively. All volunteers must be willing to work hard as part of a team and learn throughout the experience. Pre-existing background knowledge in teaching techniques is an advantage, although not essential as there is the opportunity to learn from whatever level.
The TEFL course is to the highest standard and everyone must be enthusiastic, adventurous, have a good sense of humour and be respectful towards the host country’s culture and environment.
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Salary/pay/benefits description: |
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Free Careers Abroad fieldwork placement and job vacancy service for all former expedition members (successful placements depend upon aptitude and attitudes)
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