Understand the criteria for your chosen pathway and what's expected. TEAP Handbook

A TEAP mentor can support you through the process. A mentor can be someone in your own institution. See the following page for more information Mentoring and Observations

About the Scheme

Q: 3. Map your experience

Look through the criteria and reflect: What can you already evidence? What might you need to develop? Where could you collect examples?

Q: 4. Start collecting evidence

Set up a digital folder or Padlet board to keep track of lesson materials, observation records, feedback samples and anything else relevant. See the following resources page for videos about how to use a Padlet for your supporting evidence.

Q: 5. Join the TEAP community

Attend BALEAP events, Special Interest Groups, and webinars. These are great spaces for learning, networking, and inspiration.

Here you can find all the information you need to help you get started with your TEAP accreditation application.

What is the TEAP Accreditation Scheme?

BALEAP’s TEAP (Teaching English for Academic Purposes) Accreditation Scheme supports the professional development of EAP practitioners across a range of contexts and roles. Whether you're just starting out in the field or you're a seasoned professional, the scheme provides a clear framework for reflection, growth, and recognition.

Why TEAP?

A structured path for career progression
Professional recognition within and beyond the EAP sector
A reflective and evidence-based route to develop and showcase your practice
A community of peers, mentors, and assessors to support your journey

Backed by BALEAP values

TEAP is built on the core values of:

Professionalism – a commitment to evidence-based practice
Development – engagement with scholarship and resources to support growth
Collaboration – learning and development with and through others
Inclusivity – respect for all learners and the promotion of equitable learning opportunities

Who is it for?

The TEAP scheme is open to all BALEAP individual members and staff at BALEAP member institutions, regardless of location, contract type or institutional setting.

Three different levels

The TEAP scheme offers three pathways, each designed to reflect different stages in an EAP practitioner’s career, starting from Associate Fellow through to Senior Fellow. Each pathway involves writing a Reflective Account of Professional Practice (RAPP) and compiling a supporting portfolio of evidence.

Overview of the TEAP Accreditation levels

You’re teaching EAP effectively and want to reflect on your practice and deepen your engagement.

You’ll demonstrate:

Competence in delivering EAP teaching, assessment and feedback
Awareness of key EAP concepts, student needs, and classroom strategies
Commitment to professional values including inclusivity and collaboration

RAPP length: 1,500 words

Portfolio must include: 2 observation records (one by a BALEAP-trained observer) and a referee statement.

You’re confident in your teaching and regularly contribute to course or programme development. You engage with EAP scholarship and support colleagues' practice.

You’ll demonstrate:

Depth and breadth of practice across EAP teaching, course design, and assessment
Impact beyond your own teaching
Integration of research or scholarship into practice

RAPP length: 3,000–3,500 words including 1 case study

Portfolio must include: 2 observation records and 2 referee statements.

You’re in a leadership role or have significant influence over EAP provision. You mentor and support others, shape policy or curriculum, and engage with the sector.

You’ll demonstrate:

Strategic influence within and beyond your institution
Significant leadership in teaching, mentoring or scholarship
Commitment to developing the EAP field

RAPP length: 6,000–6,500 words including 2 case studies (at least one showing leadership)

Portfolio must include: 2 observation records and 2 referee statements.

Interested in applying? Here are some first steps.

1. Read the handbook

2. Find a mentor

3. Map your experience

4. Start collecting evidence

5. Join the TEAP community

Mentoring and Observations

Find out more about the role of Mentors and Observations in your TEAP application

TEAP events throughout the year

See the calendar of TEAP events

TEAP Resources

Useful resource to help you compile your RAPP

Ready to apply?

Finalise your RAPP and assemble your evidence
Ensure you have completed the required observations
Gather your referee statement(s)
Submit your portfolio through the link below

Submit your application

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