Picturesque and always-vibrant Costa Rica offers something for the adventurer in everyone! Although smaller in size than West Virginia, Costa Rica offers fascinating opportunities at every turn. Whatever your interests - eco-tourism, bird-watching, hiking, rafting, golfing, or just relaxing on the white sands of an unspoiled tropical beach - you will find thrilling opportunities in this secure, tropical paradise.

Program fee covers:

• TEFL-Certification and Letter of Recommendation.
• Free access to high-speed internet and laptop
• Free local phone calls and incoming phone service
• Free incoming international FAX service.
• A toll-free emergency hotline in the U.S 

Program fee does not cover:

• Required grammar book
• Accommodations
• Meals (note: some meals covered in accommodations)
• Personal Expenses
• International Flights
• Visa and Immunization

No specific training or qualification is required for this course but participants should have effective communication skills.

Housing Options For the duration of the program, there are several housing options to choose from. NOTE: housing costs are separate from course fees/project tuition. Global Crossroad is more than happy to assist participants in arranging a family-stay, hostel, hotel, or private or shared apartment.

• Traditional Family-Stay: $450
• Hostel: $1000
• Private Apartment: $650
• Shared Apartment: $500
• Hotel (3-star rating): $1500

Global Crossroad follows 6 steps in completing your application process:

• Step 1 >> If Global Crossroad receives any of your questions by e-mail, we reply with answers. A formal application may be attached, or you may either download an application from our website or apply directly online
• Step 2 >> Complete the application form and submit it with your non-refundable $200 program deposit (check/money order/credit card in U.S. dollars). The program deposit is later deducted from the total program fee.
• Step 3 >> After receiving your application and the $200 program deposit, we will notify you immediately, and your application will be sent to our in-country coordinator for processing. Please allow our local staff up to 2 weeks. During that time, we will process your application, match your interests, and determine the details of your project, arrangements for room and food, and answer any remaining questions you might have.
• Step 4 >> Once you receive your placement details from Global Crossroad (or confirmation), you should begin preparing for travel by obtaining all necessary documents (passport, visa) and meeting immunization requirements.
• Step 5 >> Purchase your ticket and fax a photocopy of your passport and itinerary to our office. Participants must make a full payment of the program fee at least 1-2 months prior to departure.
• Step 6 >> Our in-country coordinator or representative welcomes you at the airport and your Global Crossroad volunteer adventure begins.

TEFL participants are required to buy all course-related books/materials which may be purchased prior to arrival in San Jose . The required texts for the TEFL program in Costa Rica are: - The Practice of English Language Teaching - Jeremy Harmer - Understanding & Using English Grammar - Betty Schrampfer Azar - An additional text ($20) must be purchased upon arrival in San Jose.

(Note: An additional USD $ 45 is added in the total cost for Insurance)