INTESOL TESOL Training Courses

INTESOL International TESOL Training:
Since 1993, INTESOL International TESOL Training has been dedicated to maintaining the highest standards in accredited TESOL / TEFL training. We run the INTESOL Certificate in TESOL in Leeds, Nantwich (Cheshire), London and Great Yarmouth. Plus international locations in the USA, Spain, Costa Rica, Peru, Mexico, Italy, Czech Republic.

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An INTESOL TESOL/TEFL course is your first step to a better quality of life, with more adventure, more freedom and better prospects. As Europe's largest accredited TESOL/TEFL course provider we've helped thousands like you enjoy a meaningful career teaching English abroad.

As the leading provider of quality TEFL/TESOL courses across the world INTESOL is proud to bring you qualifications that have been accredited as being at NQF Levels 4 & 5 by OCNW, a National Awarding Body, which is recognised worldwide! The Awarding Body for your TESOL qualification is of paramount importance, consider it carefully.

OCNW is a unique organisation, enjoying the status of a National Awarding Body (NAB), approved by the Qualifications and Curriculum Authority (QCA) and an Authorised Validating Agency (AVA), licensed by the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA).

What does this mean to you, the student?
* It means your training is of the highest quality.
* It means your course fits into the National Qualifications Framework (NQF), a requirement often asked for by potential employers worldwide.
* It means your course work is externally moderated as all courses should be!
* It means you will receive 2 certificates, one from INTESOL and one from OCNW with no extra expense to you.
* It means that you will receive a Course Transcript with your qualification.
* It means that employers worldwide will know that your course is of a high academic standard:

Certificate in TESOL - Level 4 (equivalent to Cambridge CELTA and Trinity TESOL when including 6 hours of observed and assessed teaching practice).

Certificate in TESOL PLUS - Level 4 (equivalent to Cambridge CELTA and Trinity TESOL when including 6 hours of observed and assessed teaching practice).

Diploma in TESOL - Level 5

OCNW was established in 1975 as a partnership scheme between universities and colleges of further education. It was the very first 'Open College' and its initial aim was to provide innovative Access to Higher Education Qualifications for adult learners. Over the past thirty years the membership has increased significantly and the portfolio of qualifications has expanded to include a wide range of curriculum areas.

Throughout this period, OCNW has maintained its independence in order to ensure that it can continue to respond promptly to the requirements of its customers and provide a consistently high standard of service.

OCNW is distinctive in that it is both:

* A National Awarding Body, approved by the Qualifications and Curriculum Authority (QCA) &
* An Authorised Validating Agency for 'Access to Higher Education' Programmes, licensed by the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA)

OCNW is an unincorporated association of its members institutions and is governed by a Board, supported by three committees:

* Quality Standards
* Finance and General Purposes
* Access Co-ordinators

OCNW is managed by a Chief Executive, a Deputy Chief Executive and managers responsible for - Qualification Development and Marketing, Operations, Finance and Systems and Secretariat Services.

Lancaster University functions as the employer of the OCNW staff and provides a range of services, including personnel, financial accounting and information and communications technology.

Membership at HE level consists of Lancaster University, the University of Liverpool, the University of Central Lancashire, Edge Hill University, St Martin's College and Northumbria University. They supply both educational expertise and academic validation.

In London, we offer a couple of different study options. These are the 4 week residential TESOL course, the flexible TESOL courses and the combined distance learning and onsite teaching practice courses.

4 Week TESOL - London, Leeds:  The aim of the 4 Week, 150+ hour accredited TESOL certificate course is to thoroughly prepare you for teaching EFL in any overseas environment. You will be able to prepare lessons for all age groups and levels and feel confident when selecting materials and activities. Equipped with a variety of techniques and methodologies, you will be a positive and resourceful teacher.

- Flexible TESOL course
- Cert TESOL by distance learning + onsite teaching practice

INTESOL was the first TESOL/TEFL training provider to offer its Cert TESOL course trainees studying by distance learning the option to take a full week of observed teaching practice. We have subsequently been able to develop a TEFL/TESOL course that will significantly enhance your skills and confidence not only in the classroom, but also during job interviews.

This TEFL/TESOL course is ideal if you value the flexibility of studying by supported distance learning, but also want to gain experience and confidence in the classroom before accepting your first teaching job. The Teaching Practice Certificate is a one-week or two-week onsite observed and assessed teaching practice programme. By adding this option to the Cert TESOL by distance learning, it means you can really experience the best of both worlds.

Teaching practice centres are available in the UK in London and Great Yarmouth, and internationally in USA, Spain, Mexico, Costa Rica, Peru and Hong Kong. You may also organise teaching practice with your own designated school, provided they are prepared to complete and submit the required assessment forms.

- At least 18 years of age
- Qualifications that will allow entry to Higher Education. Mature students lacking in formal qualifications but with significant life/work experiences will be assessed on an individual basis
- Native speaker or near native speaker of any nationality

Career Guidance:
We believe a learning programme is not complete without support in helping you launch your career. That's why INTESOL offers the services of a specialist in-house careers service via our sister organisation HuntESL, whose goal is to equip you with all the skills and information you need to get your foot on the TEFL career ladder. Many students launch their new career before even completing their studies; therefore support starts during the programme and continues for as long as you require it, even after completing your course.

We can provide students with a comprehensive listing of overseas language schools, agencies, recruiters, and web sites advertising over 20,000 teaching jobs every month. Our centres in Barcelona, Cusco, San Jose, Mexicoand Prague have affiliated language schools that hire graduates every month. Though employment is not guaranteed, excellent opportunities do exist for talented INTESOL graduates within these schools. Opportunities also exist form time to time in our UK language schools.

We also offer the following distance learning courses for those interested in specialising in a particular area:

Certificate in English for Specific Purposes:  Designed for those who wish to specialise in teaching English to adults in a business environment.

Certificate in Teaching English to Young Learners:  Designed for those who wish to focus on teaching young learners and teenagers.

Diploma in TESOL:  For experienced, certificate qualified ESOL teachers who wish to access higher-level jobs such as Director of Studies or Head Teacher in a language school.

For more information about fees, dates, accommodation and general course details please e-mail us via our Contact Page.

There are several accommodation options available in London. Our trainees are usually accommodated in the 1st or 2nd zone of the City, close to the school and various City attractions.

University Campus:  This option is ideal for students who want to live in the same building where all the classes take place. The campus has an excellent location: it is in the heart of the city, close to the most important tourist attractions, clubs, restaurants, galleries, shops, etc. The residence has twin rooms and single rooms available, with or without a meal plan. 

Private Accommodation:  This is the least expensive accommodation option in London. The public transport system in London is excellent: you can use the tube, trains or buses; they all operate very well and take you to your destination very quickly, no matter where you live.

Hotels & Hostels:  The price of this type of accommodation in London usually depends on the type and rating of the hotel/hostel.

INTESOL London can help trainees to secure appropriate accommodation for the duration of the course. We will check the trainee's needs and preferences, and do our best to find a place that meets all requirements.