Certificate in TESOL - Overview

Eligibility

This course is open to those with a good academic background, usually graduate status, qualified teacher status, or at least 2 "A" levels or equivalent. Those with other academic backgrounds will be considered.
The course is open to those whose mother tongue is not English, but is of a good standard. Applicants will be required to take a proficiency test or provide proof of qualifications (high FCE qualification or IELTS 7 or higher).

Aims

The overall aim of the INTESOL Certificate in TESOL is to provide a thorough course which includes a balance between the theory and methodology of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages, and to thoroughly prepare our trainees for teaching in any overseas environment.

Course Structure

The course consists of 4 units (a total of 10 modules). The modules are continually assessed. There are no written examinations.

Duration Of The Course

There are 2 options for taking the Certificate in TESOL:

• Intensive course - 4 weeks face-to-face
• Hybrid course - 2 weeks distance learning, 2 weeks face-to-face

Certificate Grades

Certificates are graded as follows:

• A1 - distinction
• A2 - excellent
• B1 - very good
• B2 - good
• C - pass

Equal Opportunities Statement

NSL and INTESOL Leeds are committed to a policy of equal opportunities for all, regardless of race, gender, disability or martial/family status. We believe that anyone with the ability to communicate clearly in English should be given the opportunity and the encouragement to gain a professional qualification in TESOL.

Quality Assurance Statement (INTESOL)

INTESOL is a professional organisation providing both distance learning and face to face courses in TEFL/TESOL. They have been providing TEFL/TESOL courses since 1993. INTESOL is an ODLQC accredited course provider. The Certificate in TESOL is accredited by The College of Teachers. To obtain information about the College of Teachers TESOL qualifications the College website can be found at: www.collegeofteachers.ac.uk

In a recent statement, regarding recognition, the British Council in London wrote:

Currently we consider reputable ELT validating bodies to include UCLES, Trinity College, any UK university and the College of Teachers.