TESOL Certification

Program Overview

Program Delivery: In-class Program Duration: 13 weeks Hours of Instruction: 120 hours Credential: Certificate Language of Instruction: English Total Program Cost: $5,100

This program has been approved by the Private Training Institutions Regulatory Unit (PTIRU) of the British Columbia Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills.

The TESOL Certification program prepares students with foundational knowledge and practical skills for teaching English to non-native speakers. Students develop skills in lesson planning, classroom management, teaching methodologies, grammar, pronunciation, listening, speaking, reading, writing, vocabulary, assessment, and the use of learning resources.

The program includes 100 hours of TESOL instruction and a 20-hour practicum.

Intended Career Occupation

This program is intended to prepare students for work as an:

English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher / English-Language Instructor

This program does not lead directly to employment in a regulated occupation. Employment outcomes depend on employer requirements and the student’s individual qualifications.

Admission Requirements

Applicants must have graduated from high school or be at least 19 years old at the start of the program.

Applicants must also demonstrate English-language proficiency by providing evidence of at least one of the following:

• IELTS Academic: overall score of 6.0, with no individual category below 5.5;
• TOEFL: minimum score of 70;
• CELPIP: overall level 7;
• B.C. English 12 with a minimum grade of B-

Practicum

The TESOL Certification program includes a 20-hour practicum.

Practicum location: Richmond, British Columbia

Before participating in the practicum, students must:

• maintain at least 90% attendance; and
• complete the required pre-work-experience coursework.

Tuition and Fees

No additional fee is charged for participation in the practicum.