CRICOS code 062696E

What is the Certificate IV in TESOL?

The Certificate IV in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) is a nationally recognised training qualification and is designed for people who would like to teach English as a Foreign Language (EFL/ ESL) in Australia or overseas.

About the Program

This is an intensive course which aims to develop:

• Knowledge of Adult TESOL teaching methodology required for English language skill development
• Students' ability to plan and design effective learning strategies and resources
• Students' ability to plan an integrated lesson using communicative language teaching approach
• An understanding of traditional grammar and strategies to locate information

Teaching practice is integrated throughout the course and students are mentored, supported and supervised by experienced staff with substantial experience in Australia and overseas.

This course is offered part time over 10 weeks, flexible delivery. This course combines self study, 5 Saturday face to face workshops: classroom observation and 6 hours supervised teaching practice.

Study Areas

- Apply Adult TESOL Methodologies to Develop English Language Skills
- Design and Develop Learning Strategies
- Design and Develop Learning Resources
- Identify and Use Basic Grammatical Concepts and Traditional Metalanguage
- Use the Terminology of Traditional Grammar and Locate Information in a Grammar Textbook

Career Opportunities

This course offers career opportunities for those:

- Wishing to teach English overseas
- Who already hold an additional Tertiary qualification and are wishing to work in language centres teaching English in Australia
- For discipline teachers wishing to either move into this rewarding field or simply apply TESOL methodologies to enhance current teaching practices.

Benefits

Graduates of this course will meet the minimum specialisation required for teaching English to Speakers of other languages as required by the National English Language Teaching Accreditation Scheme (NEAS).

Fees

$2,150 plus $200 materials fee 

Entry Requirements

Students must have an acceptable level of English Language competence, with an overall score of (academic) International English Language Testing System (IELTS) 6.5. Students must also have completed Year 12 or equivalent.

Apply now - international students and those who hold temporary visas

Important note for student visa holders: The part time course does not satisfy student visa holder's requirement to be enrolled in a full time CRICOS approved course. To make sure that you comply with your visa requirements, ensure you remain enrolled in a full time CRICOS approved course while undertaking part time study.