Hi there, I applied for the China internship, but was unsuccseful at getting a placement even though they had spaces available. 

I am really upset at the whole matter as I have experience with children, and understand cultural differences. I dont have a degree though.

Hi Kayte,

Thanks for your honest and encouraging answer.  I really love how everyone at i-to-i and connected with them is so candid.  Other sites/ companies I looked at seemed to be sanitizing their testimonials and promotional blurbs, but here it's just straight out there.  It's great because it allows us newbies to make a realisitc assessment of what we are heading into as we make our decisions.  And so far nothing I've read has deterred me!  :-)  Kate.

HI, Just wondering if you had previous teaching experience and/ or a university degree before getting your TEFL?  And do you have any advice/tips on traveling to/ living in/ teaching in China?  I will hopefully be doing the Internship in Beijing in August and am about to start the 120hr online course.  Thanks, Kate.