Certificate in TESOL
This program consists of 4 modules. This program will teach you the fundamental principles of language acquisition for each age group as well as the tools that are based on those concepts. It will include theories of second and foreign language acquisition for each age group, as well as fundamental research in second language acquisition and their pedagogical consequences. This program covers extensive practicum to allow you to put what you've learned into practice.
* This program has been approved by the Private Training Institutions Branch (PTIB) of the Ministry of Advanced Education and Skills Training.
Program Content
Module 1
This course focuses on basics of classroom teaching with various methods used in early year’s vs new methods. It also includes standard eight principles of teaching as well as context of learning and teaching ranging across various age levels, proficiency levels as well as across cultural and sociopolitical contexts. This course is fundamental base for teaching in classroom and various methods and approaches.
Program Duration Hours: 20 hours (1-4 weeks)
Module 2
This course focuses on basics of practical classroom consideration which includes curriculum and course design, lesson planning, techniques, textbooks and material. It also covers technology in language learning and teaching as well as various methods of creating an interactive classroom for teaching. And learning along with classroom management.
Program Duration Hours: 20 hours (1-4 weeks)
Module 3
This course focuses teaching language skills such as Grammar, Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening. It focuses on various principles and methodologies to teach them at very basic level for all kind of learners.
Total: 40 hours (2-7 weeks)
Module 4
This course focuses on Principles of Language assessment and issues in language assessment. It will also cover classroom based assessment a well as performance based assessments. This course also covers teacher professional development requirement and ways to get professionally develop at various stages.
Program Duration Hours: 20 hours (1-3 weeks)
Admission
1. Grade 12 or equivalent or mature student status (at least 18 years of age)
2. Language proficiency requirement: English Language proficiency is demonstrated by submitting English 12 with grade C minimum or IELTS score of 6 overall or equivalent.
Duration
In class - 100 hours (18 weeks) Practicum - 20 hours (2 weeks)
Objectives
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Students who complete this course should have the knowledge and skills to teach English to speakers of other languages(ESL) and can use a range of teaching approaches to help students of all ages improve their English skills, including young children, adolescents and adults
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This program provides participants with the hands-on experience, theory, and training to become fully qualified English as Second Language Teachers in Canada
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You will qualify as a teacher of English as a Foreign Language in Canada after completing our practicum.
Career/Academic Pathway
Globalization has cemented English's position as the de facto "lingua franca". The need for English education grows in tandem with the growth of worldwide communication. This program covers the psychological aspects and learning strategies of learning English for every age group. This course assists students in becoming a certified TESOL instructor, which provides the students with more job opportunities.
Upon completion, you can choose other courses at our school to continue your studies
After graduating from the TESOL course, you can get the TESOL certificate from Fraser Coast International Education Institute recognized by PTIB. This certificate is proof of your ESL teaching qualifications in British Columbia.
You can also apply for memberships of other TESOL organizations in Canada or other countries should you need them. However, you might have to receive their training courses and certification procedures before being accepted.
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delivery methods
We offer two delivery methods:
in-class and online class.
You can interact with our teachers in online classrooms at any time and from anywhere in the world.
Students are enrolled in our college on a monthly basis; you can pick your start date more freely.
Make an appointment with us by phone：
604-273-1216
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Visit us：
#2130 - 8580 Alexandra Road, Richmond, B.C., Canada V6X 4B3