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St Giles International San Francisco:
Located in San Francisco, California, St Giles International is the longest-established CELTA teacher training center in the US, offering the CELTA - TEFL certificate program to adults. A qualification in TEFL, such as the Cambridge Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults (CELTA), will give you many opportunities to live and work in the USA and abroad. You will meet people from many different backgrounds and cultures. We also provide our own St. Giles Teachers of English Certificate course for non-native English teachers.

About Us:

Photo of CELTA Certification in San Francisco Bay AreaSince 1977 when we ran the first CELTA course at St Giles, thousands of teachers have completed our courses and gone on to teach English all over the world. This means that not only is St Giles one of the most experienced and respected teacher training centres, but that our trainees can also benefit from our worldwide reputation for excellence, giving you an invaluable advantage in the international ELT employment market. Teaching English is challenging, rewarding, and above all, hugely enjoyable.

Why St Giles?
- Over 50 years’ experience in helping and training language teachers
- Programmes delivered by experienced and skilled teacher trainers, who are also practising teachers
- Learning in busy and lively language schools, with the latest in modern ELT multi-media resources and facilities
- Learner-centred, small classes with lots of support from your trainers
- Advice and support in finding work and developing your career with our worldwide network of employment opportunities

TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) Training Courses:

- Cambridge Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults (CELTA, 4-week full-time course)
- St Giles' Teachers of English Course (teacher development course for non-native teachers of English) 

Activities & Excursions:
We offer an exciting and varied activity programme giving you plenty of opportunity to explore San Francisco and California during your time with us. A sample of some of our activities includes:

Activities:
- Bay Cruise & Alcatraz Island
- Fisherman's Wharf
- Walk or Cycle the Golden Gate Bridge
- Museum Tours
- Movie Nights
- Ice Cream Party...

Excursions:
- Napa Valley and Sonoma Wine Regions
- Yosemite National Park
- Sausalito
- Los Angeles and Hollywood
- Disneyland
- Lake Tahoe...

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Address: Market Street, San Francisco, California , USA
Some interested visitors submitting program inquiries to our school up to 2024-07-31 were from:

Monterey; Walnut Creek; San Francisco; oakland, Ca; Pacifica; and more.
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you searching for TEFL / TESOL certification in NYC? Located only steps away from Times Square in Midtown Manhattan, International TEFL Training Institute (ITTI) provides a range of internationally-recognized and accredited TESOL certification programs with a range of study options - onsite, online, or combined.

Designed for both native and non-native English speakers, our comprehensive TESOL courses prepare you for a rewarding career as an English language teacher in the United States or abroad.

Online specialization courses are also available in teaching business, young learners and TOEFL preparation.

With training professionals who possess an MA in TESOL and years of extensive teaching experience, you can be certain to acquire the knowledge and the skills you need to successfully enter the world of teaching English.

Our graduates are employed by the best schools in over 50 countries promoting the study of English.

Whether you would like to teach business professionals, young learners or prepare individuals to pass the TOEFL test, our specialization programs can help you achieve your goals and land the job you desire.

Over the years, we have successfully established a network of recruiters and schools that enables us to effectively support the employment needs of our graduates for life.

Student Testimonial:
"I took the four-week, intensive 120-hour program in New York...It is a demanding course, but it is really worth it."
- Katerina
120-Hour TESOL Certification Courses:

• 120-Hour 100% On-Site Course (four weeks with high quality teaching practice with actual ESL students)

• 120-Hour 100% Online Course (from anywhere in the world at your own pace)

• 120-Hour Combined Course (online at your own pace, then attend one of our training centers to get classroom teaching practice)

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• Teach Young Learners
• Teach Business English
• Teach TOEFL Test Preparation
International TEFL Institute - ITEFLI
Courses / Programs
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• We equip you with the teaching skills and certification required to get a professional well-paid job teaching English anywhere in the world.

• A TEFL qualification from ITEFLI will help you find TEFL jobs throughout the world. Our online TEFL certification programs are provided through up-to-date, technologically-advanced interactive training media which enhance and promote the learning experience.

• The main advantages of completing an online TEFL course are convenience and flexibility. You can study from any location you choose and you can start the program whenever you want.

• Learn at your own pace with up to 6 months to complete a course. You don't have to take any exams - qualification is earned through assignments you submit.

• ITEFLI is accredited by the International TEFL Accreditation Council (ITEFLAC) - an independent body that specialises in the accreditation of TEFL/TESOL course providers and institutions.

Student Review:
"The course itself is professionally produced and contains great information...thank you very much for the wonderful time I had. I'm equally impressed with the professional materials. I highly recommend this course to anyone."
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Online TEFL Certificate & Diploma Programs:

• TEFL Certificate - 120 hrs: An initial TEFL qualification.

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Astar Education Institute, Washington DC Metro Area
Courses / Programs
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TESOL English Teacher Training Certificate Program:

- Duration: 140 hours:

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All of our instructors are TEFL certified and exceed the highest levels of international TESOL /TEFL /ESL training standards. We also provide a Certificate in Teaching International Business English course and a TEFL certificate course for non-native speakers of English.

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International Language Institute
Courses / Programs
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• Our 120-hour TESOL / TEFL certification course centers on practice in teaching the four basic language skills of speaking, listening, reading and writing, as well as the sub-skills of pronunciation, vocabulary and grammar.

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The course consists of:
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Transworld Schools, San Francisco
Courses / Programs
Transworld Schools in San Francisco, California, is an accredited school offering internationally recognized teacher training (CTESOL - Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) and English language (ESL) programs to both native and non-native speakers.

Transworld Schools is approved by the State of California and accredited by ACCET, where we are required to meet the highest industry standards.

In addition to our quality programs, we are able to provide activities and university placement assistance. We are authorized under federal law to enroll non-immigrant foreign students and issue the I-20 form for student visa application.
English Teacher Training (TESOL) Programs:

- Full-time CTESOL course (3 weeks / 105 hours)
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We also provide ESL courses at beginner to advanced levels