Online Ijazah Course
Recite to a Teacher with Sanad
Earn an Ijazah in Quran recitation or Hifz in Hafs an Asim, one to one with a qualified teacher who holds a connected chain of narration.
Our online Ijazah course lets you recite the whole Quran, one to one on Zoom, to a teacher who holds an Ijazah with sanad in Hafs an Asim. Your teacher corrects every mistake and issues your Ijazah once the full recitation is complete. Students with strong Tajweed usually finish in 6 to 18 months.
Two Ways to Earn Your Ijazah
Ijazah in Recitation (Tilawah)
Recite the whole Quran from the Mushaf with full Tajweed. Ideal for fluent readers and future teachers.
Ijazah in Hifz
Recite the whole Quran from memory. For Huffaz who want their memorisation certified. See our Hifz classes.
How the Ijazah Course Works
Assessment
Your teacher listens to your recitation in the free trial and confirms your starting level.
Tajweed Review
A short review of makharij, sifaat and rules, so small errors are fixed before the full recitation.
Full Recitation
You recite the Quran from start to finish, page by page, with every mistake corrected.
Ijazah and Sanad
Once complete, you receive your Ijazah certificate with the full chain of narration.
Why an Ijazah Matters
The Quran has always been passed on from teacher to student, by listening and reciting. An Ijazah places you in that same chain. It shows that your recitation has been checked carefully by someone whose own recitation was checked in the same way.
Many of our Ijazah students go on to teach their own children, lead prayers or teach in their community with confidence.
Not quite ready? Strengthen your recitation first with our online Tajweed classes and read our guide to Tajweed rules.
Are You Ready for Ijazah?
- You read the Quran fluently from the Mushaf.
- You know and apply the main Tajweed rules.
- You can commit to at least three lessons a week.
- For Ijazah in Hifz: you have memorised the whole Quran.
- You are happy to recite and be corrected patiently.
- You pass a short recitation check in the free trial.
How to Choose an Online Ijazah Teacher
Ask about the sanad
A genuine Ijazah comes with a written sanad listing each teacher in the chain. Ask to see how the chain is recorded before you start.
Expect a test before you begin
A serious teacher will listen to your recitation first. If someone offers an Ijazah without checking your Tajweed, it is a warning sign.
Recitation of the whole Quran
A full Ijazah requires reciting the entire Quran to your teacher. Short courses that only cover a few juz are certificates of completion, not a full Ijazah.
Time and commitment
Plan for at least three lessons a week. Students who recite more often finish sooner, and the Elite plan with six lessons a week is the fastest route.
Ijazah and Hifz together
If you are a Hafiz, an Ijazah in Hifz certifies your memorisation as well as your Tajweed. Many students who finish our Hifz programme continue straight into this track.
Ijazah Classes in Your Time Zone
| Country | After school | Evenings | Weekends |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 4:30pm to 6:30pm | 7pm to 10pm | 9am to 1pm |
| USA (Eastern) | 4pm to 6pm | 7pm to 9pm | 9am to 12pm |
| Canada (Toronto) | 4pm to 6pm | 7pm to 9pm | 9am to 12pm |
| Australia (Sydney) | 4pm to 6pm | 6:30pm to 8:30pm | 8am to 12pm |
Your class stays at the same local time when the clocks change in spring and autumn.
Online Ijazah Course Fees
Most Ijazah students choose the Elite plan for faster progress.
| Plan | What you get | Price (USD) | About in GBP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starter | 8 one to one classes a month, 30 minutes each | $35 a month | £26 |
| Standard | 12 one to one classes a month, 45 minutes each | $50 a month | £38 |
| Elite | 6 classes a week, 60 minutes each, senior tutor | $75 a month | £57 |
Every plan starts with a 3 day free trial and includes a choice of male or female tutor, class recordings, progress reports and a 7 day satisfaction guarantee. Pound figures are approximate. Full details are on our pricing page.
What Students Say
“Excellent platform, patient tutors and great Tajweed teaching methods.”
Student from Australia“Alhamdulillah, my daughter can now recite Quran with proper Tajweed. Truly grateful!”
Parent from Pakistan“Very flexible timing and professional teaching. Highly recommended HolyQuranLearning.”
Student from UKOnline Ijazah: FAQs
What is an Ijazah in the Quran?
An Ijazah is a licence from a qualified teacher confirming that you recite the Quran correctly. It comes with a sanad, a chain of teachers that links back to the Prophet ﷺ.
Can I really get an Ijazah online?
Yes. The Ijazah depends on your recitation being heard and approved by a teacher with sanad, which works well over live video. You recite the whole Quran to your teacher, and the Ijazah is issued once it is complete.
What do I need before starting the Ijazah course?
You should read the Quran fluently with good Tajweed. Your teacher will test you in the free trial. If you need more work first, you can start with our Tajweed classes.
How long does an online Ijazah take?
It depends on your level and how many lessons you take. Most students with strong Tajweed finish in 6 to 18 months; Ijazah in Hifz takes longer because the whole Quran is recited from memory.
Which narration is the Ijazah in?
Our Ijazah is in Hafs an Asim by way of Ash Shatibiyyah, the most widely recited narration in the world.
Is there a difference between Ijazah in recitation and Ijazah in Hifz?
Yes. Ijazah in recitation (tilawah) means you recite the whole Quran from the Mushaf. Ijazah in Hifz means you recite it entirely from memory.
Can sisters study for an Ijazah with a female teacher?
Yes. Sisters can request a female teacher who holds an Ijazah with sanad.
Is there a free trial?
Yes. Every new student gets a 3 day free trial, including a recitation assessment.
Can I teach the Quran after getting an Ijazah?
Yes. An Ijazah confirms your recitation and traditionally gives permission to teach what you were taught, which is why many teachers and Imams hold one.
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