This 30-credit undergraduate program is offered to expert speakers of English who have a completed undergraduate degree and an interest in teaching ESL.
This 30-credit undergraduate program is offered to expert speakers of English who have a completed undergraduate degree and an interest in teaching ESL.
The program does not lead to provincial certification but it provides an excellent training in TESL. The certificate can be completed within one academic year of full-time study, starting in the fall term.
All courses are offered in the evenings so students may pursue their studies on a part-time basis while working during the day.
Who should Apply?
The TESL Certificate is designed primarily for those who wish to teach overseas or in private language schools.
It is also appropriate for certified teachers who would like to know more about the teaching of English as a second language and perhaps teach ESL in addition to another subject such as history or math. It consists of 10 core courses from the B.Ed program.
Program Structure
The program consists of 10 core courses; 2 courses in English Composition taken in the English department, TESL courses which form the core of the B.Ed. program are: TESL 231-Modern English Grammar, TESL 331-Grammar for Teachers, TESL 221-Phonology for Teachers, TESL 341-Language Acquisition, and TESL 415 Testing, Evaluation and Course Design), TESL 324 and 424- two methodology courses which focus on the teaching of adults, and TESL 433- a practicum course which is conducted with adult learners.
Admission Requirements
Students must have a first university degree, have a good academic record.Must have passed the English composition placement test with a satisfactory grade.
Additional Requirements:
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