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Certificate IV in TESOL

Who is This TESOL Course for?

The Certificate IV in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) is a government-accredited course that is ideal for those who love language teaching and want a long-term career in teaching English as a second language (ESL). Use your qualification to become a private tutor or start your own company providing tuition to international students.

Please note that a degree or diploma in education plus teaching experience are also required to teach English to speakers of other languages in Australia.

Quick Course Guide
Qualification Certificate IV in TESOL Enrolment dates Distance learning option: Enrol anytime - start now!
In-class option: Contact a SEEK Learning consultant for suitable location and course dates.
Study time 16 wks = 20 hrs/week Pre-requisites None
Delivery method Flexible: In-class and/or distance learning Resources required Internet, email for online learning

The course will take approximately 16 weeks to complete and includes the standard 60-hour TESOL course plus 3 TESOL specialisation courses.

There are two study options for your convenience:

  • Distance learning - complete the entire course online or by correspondence
  • In-class - complete the first 60 hours in a classroom environment with the remainder through distance learning.

Courses run monthly in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane and regularly in other capital cities and regional centres. Call 1800 89 1011 or contact a SEEK Learning consultant for more information and to find the best location and course dates for you.

Successful completion of this course will provide you with a nationally accredited and internationally recognised TESOL qualification to teach English as a Second Language (ESL).

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What Will I Learn from this TESOL Course?

This TESOL course will teach you techniques and ideas to keep your classes alive, fun and effective. You'll learn how to interact with students and keep their interest and how to be comfortable as a teacher.

The TESOL specialisation course will prepare you for more in-demand and higher paying jobs, focusing on the area of your choice.

You'll learn about:

  • Pronunciation, conversation and communication
  • Listening, speaking, reading and writing
  • Lesson planning and teaching preparation
  • Grammar review and student evaluations
  • Activity-based learning and more

TESOL Course Structure

There are 16 core units and 3 specialisation courses to be completed in this TESOL diploma course. Specialisation courses are 60 hours each and are undertaken via distance learning.

Core courses

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THHCOR01B

Work with colleagues and customers

THHCOR02B

Work in a socially diverse environment

THHCOR03B

Follow health safety and security procedures

TSGTCCOR01A

Develop and update TESOL industry knowledge

TSGTCCOR02A

Follow TESOL teaching approaches, methods and techniques

TSGTCCOR03A

Plan lessons for TESOL

TSGTCCOR04A

Teaching presentation (train small groups)

TSGTCCOR05A

Use and apply audio/visual and information technology techniques in TESOL

TSGTCCOR06A

Apply the philosophy of teaching and presentation preparation

TSGTCCOR07A

Develop listening comprehension skills

TSGTCCOR08A

Presenting and teaching vocabulary

TSGTCCOR09A

Apply linguistics and pronunciation used in TESOL

TSGTCCOR10A

Reading techniques in TESOL

TSGTCCOR11A

Use of spelling/grammar in TESOL teaching

TSGTCCOR12A

Planning and implementing student assessment materials

TSGTCCOR13A

Writing techniques in TESOL

TESOL Specialisation courses (select 3):

  • Teaching Pre-School (Grades 1&2)
  • English for Elementary School (Ages 8-12)
  • Teaching Hospitality English
  • Teaching Adolescents English
  • Teaching Tourism English
  • Teaching Adults English
  • Teaching Grammar
  • Teaching TOEFL Preparation
  • Tutoring English
  • Teaching Business English
  • Teaching ESL Locally
  • Teaching Computer English
  • TESOL Teaching Practicum
  • Teaching Legal English
  • Teaching Medical English
  • Graduate TESOL Course
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