Been wondering how to help Gf stay in country for 3 months and came accross this site http://www.ucc.ie/esol/ and am thinking of enroling her , also as i may want to work when i am in LOS they also have english teaching courses and as they are part time i was thinmking that this might suit me.

Teachers views on these courses would be helpfull as i can continue to run my business and learn at the same time and profit on the time waiting for my divorce to come.

IS*ENT LIFE GREAT.

Iwas feeling down and lonesome till i came across this site and each day it has lifted my spirit to new levels.

Thanks GUYS AND GIRLS.

Hi Bizz,

I'm a teacher with 18 years in the trade, now about to take up a position in LOS.

A good quality TEFL course wuith certificate would definitely stand you in very good stead for work in Thailand. You'd have the flexibility to pick and choose your place of employment and hours and probably would command better pay. The vast majority of jobs are in Bangkok though; if you were to settle in a rural area it might be more difficult but you'd still have the edge on unqualified wannabees.

I'd assume the course doesn't come cheap but if that's not a problem for you it would be money well spent.

I also don't know about whether enrolling your TGF smooths the way to getting her a visa but assuming all goes okay I'd imagine it would be money and time well invested for both of you. Good luck.

Oh and i meant to add:

Take a look at www.ajarn.com

- it's the main site for teaching English in Thailand - lots of good tips there.

Thanks andyinkat. Its true all you got to do is ask. Have sent emails requesting information on enroling.

Luckally i have retained my patience true the years so me thinks i may give it a go.

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Well 1550 euros isent bad