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Limerick, home of our TEFL training centre in ireland, is nestled in the heart of Munster, in Ireland's sunny south-west region. Limerick is a city boasting a rich history, dating from at least the Viking settlement in 812. Limerick is home to some of Ireland's most famous historical attractions: King Johns Castle, Bunratty Castle, the Hunt Museum (located in the city centre) and St. Mary's Cathedral, Limerick's oldest building. Limerick is also a vibrant cosmopolitan city, with chic restaurants, a bustling nightlife and wonderful shops and boutiques.

Limerick is an important educational centre in Ireland and is home to ten higher institutes of learning - an ideal environment for a TEFL course. It has a large and vibrant student population of over 20,000 people.

Limerick is also a famous sporting county and students of our TEFL training centre have the opportunity to both view and participate in a number of individual and/or team sports. Rugby is a popular sport in Limerick, which is the home of the Munster rugby team. A new stadium has recently been opened in Thomond, where TEFL course participants can enjoy national and international games. Trainees can also play basketball, soccer and participate in Gaelic games such as hurling and Gaelic football in the University Arena.

The city of Limerick is a proud sponsor and supporter of the arts. The Belltable theatre, located in the heart of the city centre hosts local playwrights and drama. The University Concert Hall also hosts local, national and international music, theatre and operatic performances. The Limerick City Art Gallery, located in the city centre, has a permanent collection of Irish art and is the city's main exhibitor of contemporary art.

There truly is something for all TEFL course participants to enjoy in Limerick. Should you want to travel further afield, Limerick bus and rail services provide the opportunity to explore other parts of Ireland, including the vibrant capital city Dublin, or the stunningly beautiful west coast of Ireland.

The School

The TEFL training centre in Limerick is located at the heart of Limerick City. As with all our TEFL locations, the TEFL Qualification gained at the TEFL training centre in Limerick is globally recognised, which means that for our students there is no limitation on the geographical region where they can work and begin a career.

The Limerick TEFL training centre has recently undergone a comprehensive renovation which has upgraded all of their facilities and services. Upon arrival students enter a bright and airy reception area. Here the students are made to feel welcome; there is fresh water and seating available, and an information point where students can access additional information about their courses or indeed the TEFL training centre in general.

There is a spacious meeting room next to the reception area, where students and staff can meet the Academic Manager and the College Manager. The Limerick TEFL training centre also boasts a totally renovated canteen for students. This canteen contains a satellite TV, seating for students, tea and coffee making facilities as well as a microwave, shelving units and a sink. The canteen has been made as comfortable as possible to ensure that students have a relaxing and comfortable place to take a break between classes and also have access to hot and cold refreshments.

The TEFL training centre in Limerick has four classrooms, equipped with new desks and seating. These classrooms are fully heated and ventilated with whiteboards and in some cases access to multimedia such as projectors and power-point. The classroom sizes are purposefully small so as to ensure that all students in the Limerick TEFL classes get the individual attention that they require and deserve.

The TEFL library is located on the third floor of the building. There are a number of computers with internet access in the library which are available for student use. The library is fully heated and ventilated and is available to students during college opening hours.

Students who enrol at the TEFL training centre in Limerick enter an educational institution that promotes a family environment. The training, managerial and administrative staff know each and every student at the TEFL school and care for the well being, happiness and progression of all our students. The small numbers of students in the Limerick TEFL training centre enables the staff to closely monitor the students and ensure that all students are receiving adequate support.

The TEFL training centre in Limerick has achieved quality approval and recognition due to the career orientated package it offers, and is Department of Education and Justice approved. The school was awarded ACCA gold approval in May 2008, testimony to their continuous provision of high quality tuition, student support and high pass rates. The college was also awarded ABE (Association of Business Executives) approval in May 2008.

In addition to this, the TEFL training centre in Limerick has also been awarded quality partner status by CIMA and has recently attained ACELS (The Advisory Council for English Language Schools) accreditation for the teaching of English as a Foreign Language at the school. The TEFL training centre in Limerick is therefore recognised by the Department of Education and Science for the teaching of English as a Foreign Language.

Accommodation

Accommodation, both private rented accommodation or hotel rooms, is readily available in the city centre, within walking distance of the TEFL school. The administration staff at the TEFL training centre in Limerick will be glad to assist you in arranging suitable accommodation.

Limerick TEFL course participants have a choice of accommodation in the area, with the choice of private or hotel accommodation.

Private Accommodation

The least expensive way to spend four weeks in Limerick is in a private residence. You can expect to pay around €550 per month for a furnished two-bedroom apartment room.

TEFL course trainees can then share costs and have a private room, and shared kitchen/dining/bathroom for roughly €275 per month. If trainees prefer to live alone for the duration of the course, one bedroom apartments are also available, starting at around €100 per week. Larger houses are also available to rent to groups of trainees.

Please note these prices do change depending on what accommodation is available at the time.

Hotel

The price of this type of accommodation depends on the type and rating of a hotel. Hotel accommodation is likely to cost between €30 per night and €80 per night depending on the hotel that you choose. Once your place on a course has been confirmed, the TEFL training centre in Limerick can provide you with a list of suitable hotels and their locations and contact details.

The transportation system in Limerick is efficient and takes you to the city centre and the TEFL training centre quickly, no matter where you stay.

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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.

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.

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