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TESOL / TEFL Program at California State University

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CSU - San Marcos Extended Learning:
Situated in the heart of San Marcos CA, in the northern part of San Diego County, CSU - San Marcos Extended Learning provides teacher training Certificate programs for domestic and international students looking to pursue a career as an English language (ESL) teacher. Our ESL Teacher training courses take place on-campus at California State University (CSU) San Marcos.

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English Language (ESL) Teacher Training Certificate Programs:
- for local residents, U.S. citizens, and international students from around the world


Teaching English as a Second / Foreign Language (TESL / TEFL) Certificate:
Duration: 120 hours. 6 weeks for Summer intensive day sessions / 15 weeks for Fall/Spring evening sessions

This certificate program prepares individuals from a variety of backgrounds to effectively teach English, both at home and abroad.

The program provides professional development and guidance in finding employment in the field with a strong emphasis on hands-on training and practice with English-language learners in a university setting.

Sessions are taught by master teachers with extensive experience in TESL/TEFL, teacher training, and curriculum development. 


TEFL Certificate for International Teachers of English
Duration: 120 hours

This program provides opportunities for peer-teaching, discussion, and development of teaching materials and strategies. The program includes lectures and workshops, and class observations are also available.

All sessions are taught by master teachers who have extensive experience in teaching EFL and ESL, teacher training, and curriculum development.

As a participant, you learn and practice techniques for teaching reading, writing, grammar, oral/aural skills, culture, video, and computer use. You also learn to develop effective lesson plans and tests. Students also receive:

- A Certificate of Completion.
- Full use of all University facilities, including the library, media center, and computer labs.
- Orientation, placement, and an information packet.
- Instructional supplies and materials.
- Optional accommodation in homestay (private bedroom with shared or private bath) and two meals per day.

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Address: 333 S.Twin Oaks Valley Rd., San Marcos, San Diego County, California 92069, USA
Some interested visitors submitting program inquiries to our school up to 2023-02-24 were from:

Singapore; el Puerto de Santa Maria, Spain; and more.
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Washington Academy of Languages
Courses / Programs
Washington Academy of Languages (WAL) is located in the vibrant heart of downtown Seattle, and offers an Accredited Graduate Certificate in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) through City University of Seattle.

Our TESOL Certificate Program has an established reputation for combining practical skills with theory enabling graduates to become confident, creative, and effective instructors.

Since 1979, WAL has been offering classes in English as a Second Language (ESL), World Languages and Teacher Education. Credits are awarded by City University of Seattle, which is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities. WAL is authorized to issue the Form I-20 which is used to obtain the F-1 student visa.

Graduates of our Certificate program have found teaching positions in local community colleges, grade schools, and high schools. Others have gone on to teach children and adults in Western and Eastern Europe, Asia, Africa and South America.
Accredited Graduate Certificate in TESOL (in conjunction with City University of Seattle)

- All classes are offered onsite in the evening, during the day in our Summer Intensive program, and online.

- Participants acquire hands-on experience utilizing contemporary instructional methods. Emphasis is placed on the practical aspects of teaching.

- Foundation in second language acquisition theory, linguistics, language teaching methods, and cultural issues.
Teaching House - Washington DC
Courses / Programs
Hosted at the Waterview Conference Center in the heart of the U.S. capital, Teaching House Washington DCis a training center for English as a Second Language instructors around the world. We offer full-time (4-week) intensive instruction for the Cambridge University accredited CELTA (Certificate of English Language Teaching to Adults) course. This is the most internationally recognized TEFL or TESL course in the world, and is very highly regarded by employers in the U.S. and overseas.

With an enrollment of over 3000 trainees, Teaching House has extensive experience in providing our students with the tools, support and encouragement they need on their journey to become an English teacher. When you emerge from Teaching House Washington DC, you'll have the most widely-recognized English language teaching certification in the world.
4-week Intensive CELTA English Language Teacher Training Courses:

- Hands-on practical course that equips students with the necessary skills to teach a range of English lessons to students from around the world.

- Accredited by the University of Cambridge and successful candidates are awarded certification from Cambridge.

- The most recognized ESL teacher training course in the world, highly-regarded by employers in the U.S. & abroad.
TEFL Training College
Courses / Programs
Do you want to travel to exotic locations and experience diverse cultures while earning money at the same time? Start an exciting new career as an ESL (English as a Second Language) teacher with TEFL Training College!

A international leader in online TEFL / TESOL education and learning, we provide globally-recognized and accredited TEFL / TESOL certification courses that are taught online via self-study.

Our English teacher training courses by distance learning are available to students across the U.S., Canada, the UK and around the world.

Studying online is an affordable and convenient way to achieve your TEFL / TESOL qualification to teach English abroad.

You do not have to attend class in person and do not have to start your course on any specific date - if you enrol today, you can start today! Our courses are assignment-based so you do not need to take any exams.

Student Reviews:
"As an experienced teacher, I highly recommend this course to both novices and experienced teachers."
- Andre

"I thank you for the excellent service and professional tutors you have provided to me during my studies."
- Jan
Online TESOL/TEFL Courses:
- Accredited & internationally recognized TESOL qualifications

- Learn at your own pace with flexible schedules

- Our courses are known for their convenience, affordability and quality

Certificate in TESOL:
• Duration: 150 hours
• Aimed at persons who wish to gain an initial TEFL / TESOL qualification

Master Diploma in TESOL:
• Duration: 300 hours
• Designed for teachers who wish to achieve an advanced level qualification in TESOL theory and methodology
TEFL Academy of Arizona, Scottsdale
Courses / Programs
The TEFL Academy of Arizona in downtown Scottsdale offers Arizona's only in-class 120 hour Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) certificate course.

This focused and intensive TEFL course is available either as a full-time course during the week (4 weeks) or part-time at weekends (12 weeks). We aim to provide our students with the confidence and know-how to plan a lesson and teach English in ESL classrooms around the world.

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.

Our school is located in Scottsdale's vibrant entertainment district close to art galleries, restaurants, cultural venues, hotels, and lots of outdoor activities under the sunny Arizona sky. Students can enjoy wonderful weather and tourist attractions such as the Grand Canyon.
Teaching English Certificate Courses:

- TEFL Certificate Weekday Course for native speakers of English (4 weeks)
- TEFL Certificate Weekend Course for native speakers of English (12 Saturdays)
- TEFL Certificate Course for non-native speakers of English
- Certificate in Teaching International Business English

Courses include:
- Evaluated practice teaching in a real ESL classroom
- Observation of experienced ESL teachers in the classroom
Oxford Seminars, New Jersey
Courses / Programs
Oxford Seminars is the leading provider of TESOL/TESL/TEFL certification courses in Newark, NJ. Based on campus at Rutgers University, we offer a combined online / on-site 100-hour English teacher training Certificate to students from around the world. Our TESOL Certification course features 60 hours / 6 days of in-class instruction, teaching practice, and 40 hours of online learning.

Our highly skilled instructors and our Graduate Placement Department have a wealth of knowledge and experience to assist you in the process of preparing to teach overseas. Our qualified and friendly Graduate Placement Department has compiled a comprehensive list of how to go about finding a teaching job abroad.

From ESL warm-up games and classroom management techniques to second language acquisition and teaching English grammar, our course covers a comprehensive range of teaching skills ensuring our graduates are well-trained, marketable ESL teachers.
100-hour TESOL / TEFL Certification Course:
- 60 hours in-class instruction
- 40 hours online component
- Teaching practice

Concepts include:
- Interactive language teaching
- Classroom management techniques
- English grammar
- Multiple intelligence theory
- Detailed lesson planning
- Oral communication
- Listening and comprehension strategies
- Principles of 2nd language acquisition
School Of Teaching ESL, Seattle WA & online
Courses / Programs
Working in partnership with Seattle Pacific University, The School of Teaching ESL (S-TESL) offers an accredited TESOL Certificate via online classes to students in the Houston TX area, throughout Texas, and nationwide.

Our online TESOL classes are asynchronous and consist of 9 modules completed over a 10 week quarter, and are designed for those who prefer the flexibility of online study. 

This solid project-based program taught by highly-qualified professional teacher educators prepares you to teach in the U.S. or overseas.

Classes begin winter, spring, summer and fall quarters. Onsite study options are also available.

Student Testimonial:
"This is a seasoned, well-thought out program that is taught by extremely knowledgeable and experienced instructors. I was not a teacher before the course but now I am."
Accredited Online TESOL Certificate Program (120+ hours)

Courses include:
- Approaches and Methods in ELT 
- Assessment of English Language Students 
- Classroom Issues and Management
- Content-based English Language Teaching 
- Foundations of English Language Teaching (ELT)
- Grammar in ELT
- Pronunciation
- Reading and Writing
- Teaching Young Learners
- Teaching English for Specific Purposes
- Technology in English Language Teaching..