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Certificate IV in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages)

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This nationally recognised qualification provides people with practical skills in teaching English to speakers of other languages. The course aims to develop candidates language analysis skills and awareness of cultural factors in language learning.

Key details

Degree Type
Certificate
Duration
20 weeks full-time
Course Code
10695NAT
Study Mode
In person
Intake Months
May

About this course

This nationally recognised qualification provides people with practical skills in teaching English to speakers of other languages. The course aims to develop candidates language analysis skills and awareness of cultural factors in language learning. It also addresses the skills and knowledge requirements for designing and delivering an English Language training program for learners from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse backgrounds (CALD).

Upon graduation, candidates will be able to plan lessons for learners at different levels, in a variety of contexts, design and adapt classroom materials, conduct lessons effectively and analyse language for teaching purposes.

Entry requirements

To be considered for this course, you must meet the entry requirements.

  • At least 18 years of age
  • VCE or completion of Year 12 (or overseas equivalent)
  • Individuals whose first language is not English are required to demonstrate an IELTS (Academic) score of 6.5 or equivalent. IELTS 7 and above is preferred.
  • Demonstrated level of spoken and written English upon completion of a Literacy and Numeracy assessment at Kangan Institute (details below)

Literacy and Numeracy Assessment - Pre-Requisite Requirement

The first step in enrolling is completing a Literacy and Numeracy assessment on campus. This is a Government requirement to access eligibility for all students.

Study locations

Docklands

Career pathways

This course may lead to employment in teaching English in Australia or overseas. The Certificate IV in Teaching English to Speakers Of Other Languages (TESOL) is recognised by the National English Teaching Accreditation Scheme (NEAS) as a minimum qualification for teaching in an ELICOS program or a Department of Immigration and Multicultural Affairs (DIMA) funded program in Australia.

How to apply

To apply for this course you must fill in a direct application form which can be obtained from the institute by calling the Contact Centre on 13 TAFE (13 8233) or email enquiries@kangan.edu.au. To register for the compulsory information or literacy and numeracy sessions, please select click here to attend an information/enrolment session, then select Teach English to see the available sessions.