Study Abroad Canada

Are You TESL Canada Certified?

We offer 2 dynamic ways you can get certified without losing teaching time in the classroom.

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This learner-directed course is ideal for those who are disciplined self-starters who want to learn on their own schedule.

Why choose this method?

You make the decision about when, where and how quickly you learn
You assume the control of the learning process
You make efficient use of your training time and resources

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Testimonial

"I learned a lot about myself both as a learner and as a student. Topics were relevant and portrayed situations that all ESL teachers have experienced or may experience in the course of their career.

The assignments were very relevant to "real-life" ESL teaching and helped me gain a new 'awareness' about my own teaching style.

In a nutshell, although this course was hard work, it gave me new energy and rekindled my enthusiasm for teaching ESL. It gave me new confidence in my teaching abilities, yet made me a more humble and sympathetic teacher.

I would recommend this course to anyone who takes his/her ESL career seriously or considers pursuing one."

Group-paced course

This 11-week course will be delivered using Moodle, an online learning environment, where you will be led by a facilitator and have the opportunity to share ideas with others participating in the course.

Why choose this method?

You stay focussed
You learn from others
You study on your own schedule

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Testimonial

"This was my first online course and I found the Moodle program to be very user-friendly. The texts were well-chosen and covered a wide range of information on teaching English. The facilitator was excellent. The assignments were thought-provoking and also seemed to cover a wide spectrum of information which would be useful to a TESL teacher. I found the facilitator comments on my assignments helpful and encouraging. She was always available if additional help or information was needed.

Another aspect of the course that I found particularly informative was the discussion forum. Interacting with other students was entertaining, as well as educational, especially since some of the other students had been teaching English and had lots of wonderful ideas and stories which they shared. In having deadlines for assignments, I was given the needed incentive to not procrastinate and get the work done. I have truly enjoyed this course and would recommend it to anyone wishing to complete a TESL course."

Our certificate is an all encompassing course in the field of Teaching English as a Second Language. This course includes theory and its practical application as both are important in the development of an ESL teacher.

Both the Self-paced and Group-paced options cover:

Lesson planning
Classroom management
Language acquisition
Techniques

Methods of language teaching
Curriculum development
Grammar study

We offer the opportunity of applying the skills you’ve learned in a 20-hour practicum with feedback provided by certified teachers with experience.

Advantages

The TESL program offered at SACLI is recognized by TESL Canada.
TESL certification is becoming a requirement to teach in Canadian private and public schools.
SACLI will set up customized classes for teachers who wish to take the program together (minimum of 8 students required).
Studying for a TESL qualification will make teaching easier. Through our TESL certificate program, you'll be armed with confidence and ideas that will help you do the job better.

Application Procedure

Complete the application form (online).
Complete the grammar quiz (online).
Prepare a 250-500 word essay on the following topic: Why are you interested in completing the Certificate in Teaching English as a Second/Foreign Language?
Provide a copy of your university transcript or a photocopy of your university degree.
Submit your application form with supporting documents and $100 application fee to:
Study Abroad Canada Language Institute (Attn: Jen Rose)
P.O. Box 3231,
Charlottetown, PE C1A 7N9
Canada
Fax: (902) 892 – 1198
Email: tesl@studyincanada.ca

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