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Oxford Seminars, Vancouver:
Start a rewarding new career as an English language teacher in Canada or abroad! A leading provider of internationally-recognized TESOL/TESOL certification in North America, Oxford Seminars offers combined online / on-site English teacher training programs. In Vancouver BC, our 100-hour onsite course is held at the University of British Columbia and/or the Simon Fraser University-Vancouver campus. In addition, there is a 40-hour online component to our certification course.

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Why Choose Oxford Seminars?


- Qualified & Experienced Teachers
Every member of our extensive teaching faculty has years of distinguished ESL teaching experience both in Canada and abroad. They cover a comprehensive range of teaching skills, ensuring that our graduates are well-trained, marketable ESL teachers. They are approachable, engaging, and above all, patient and understanding.

- Comprehensive Curriculum
This program aims to equip you with the knowledge and skills you need to become a successful English language teacher. You will learn about teaching in a multicultural setting, meeting the needs of diverse learners in the classroom, organizing the teaching workload, and making effective use of English teaching resources.

- Small Class Sizes
We limit the number of students in each class to ensure that you get the individual attention you need in a comfortable setting. You will have lots of opportunity to interact with and learn the most from our highly qualified instructors.

TESOL/TESL Certification Course:

This comprehensive course comprises 100 hours of onsite classes taught over 6 days (Saturdays & Sundays) combined with 40 hours of online classes. Includes a practicum (teaching practice).

The fundamentals of language acquisition, learning, and teaching are explored through case studies. Through a critical evaluation of grammar resources, trainee teachers hone their understanding of English grammar and how to teach it through stimulating and engaging lessons.

Graduate Placement Service
Our Graduate Placement Service provides assistance with finding the most rewarding teaching jobs at ESL schools around the world. IT is available exclusively to Oxford Seminars graduates at no additional cost.

Student Testimonials:

"I enjoyed this course very much and I learned a great deal. The instructor is an excellent teacher who motivated the students, had a sense of humour and is very knowledgeable."
- S.H., Nanaimo, BC

"The practicum was great for getting a sense of what it's like to teach. The feedback was very helpful. The course has been great for networking as well."
- N. Khun, Surrey, BC

"From the start of this course, with no knowledge, to the end of the course, with a great improvement in knowledge and confidence, I am ready to take on this new and exciting change in careers."
- R.E., Vancouver, BC

"The instructor's personality and upbeat teaching style was wonderful. Her great sense of humour made my learning process a breeze."
- S.G., Richmond, BC

Additional TESOL/TESL Course Locations:

Get certified as an English language teacher and join thousands of Oxford Seminars graduates teaching English in dozens of countries around the world! Our TESOL teacher training courses are also offered at other locations in BC, Ontario, Alberta, Nova Scotia, Manitoba, Quebec, Saskatchewan, New Brunswick, Newfoundland, and across the United States.

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Global TESOL College
Courses / Programs
Global TESOL College is a North American-based educational institution with headquarters in Edmonton, Canada. We have several branch offices and training centers located in Vancouver, Toronto, Ottawa, Winnipeg and Saskatoon, Canada, as well as locations in the United States, South Korea, Australia, Portugal and India.

We offer a wide range of TESOL (Teacher of English to Speakers of Other Languages) certification and diploma programs, courses, and services. Participants can study on-site at one of our campuses, online from anywhere in the world, or a combination of both.

Learn from the best in TESOL education. With 12 years of experience, and over 30,000 graduates teaching world wide, find out why we are the leaders in TESOL education and EFL teacher assistance.
On-site, Online & Combined TESOL Teacher Training Certificate & Diploma Courses:

- Advanced TESOL Certificate Program (120 Hours)
- Professional TESOL Certificate Program (240 Hours)
- Advanced TESOL Diploma Program (360 Hours)
- Professional TESOL Diploma Program (600 Hours)
- TESOL Instructor Diploma Program (700 Hours)
- International TESOL Certificate Program (120 Hours)
VIA Training Centre, Victoria BC
Courses / Programs
VIA Training Centre is in a bright heritage building in the heart of downtown Victoria, BC. The centre has a computer lab, student lounge, and TESL Library. Victoria is a very beautiful, clean, and safe city, and the capital of British Columbia.

The instructor has been teaching this class for several years, and brings a great deal of new ideas and energy to the program, making this a leading TESL program in Canada. Theory taught in the classroom is combined with activities, allowing our graduates to become confident, skilled teachers.
TESL Diploma Programs:

Level 1
The VIA TESL 120 Diploma Program is recognized by TESL Canada and is based on the standard 120 hours: 100 classroom, and 20 hours of practicum.

Level 2
The VIA TESL 270 Diploma Program is recognized by TESL Canada and is based on the standard 270 hours: 250 classroom, and 20 hours of practicum.

Online Programs : Both programs can be done online at your own pace.
ATC - Academy of Languages & Training Canada
Courses / Programs
The Academy of Languages and Training Canada (ATC) offers internationally-recognized TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) certification programs in the heart of Vancouver BC. We offer a 4-week TESOL Certificate program and an 8-week TESOL Diploma to Canadian and international students with a high-intermediate to advanced level of English. In addition, we provide a range of online TESOL courses.

The in-class TESOL teacher training programs are intensive and exciting programs that include an integrated practicum (work experience) with a lot of student presentations and practice teaching to prepare students to teach in the real classroom! Our online TESOL courses are ideal for students who are self-motivated and give the students the advantage to work in the comfort of their own home at their own pace.

Our school is centrally located in the heart of downtown Vancouver, just 2 blocks from Granville and Waterfront skytrain stations. We are close to coffee shops, stores, and restaurants.
On-site / Online TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) Certificate & Diploma Courses:

In-Class TESOL Courses:
- 4-week In-class TESOL Certificate program (50 hours)
- 8-week In-class TESOL Diploma program (100 hours)

Online / Distance Learning TESOL Courses:
- Online TESOL Certificate (50 hours)
- Online TESOL Diploma (100 hours)
- Professional TESOL Diploma Program (180 hours)
Vancouver Community College
Courses / Programs
Situated located in Vancouver, BC, Vancouver Community College (VCC) offers one of the largest TESOL / TESL / TEFL English teacher training programs in Western Canada. VCC is recognized both nationally and internationally as a leader in English language teacher training. We offer a range of different online and on-site Certificate and Diploma programs for teaching English. Our training is accredited by BC TEAL and TESL Canada.

VCC is a recognized leader in instructor training, the choice of the Ministry of Advanced Education for its Provincial Instructor Diploma Program and home of the largest English language teacher training (TESOL) program in Western Canada.

We offer programs, courses and workshops to professional and potential adult educators and trainers, with graduates instructing in colleges, government, industry, non-profit and private sector organizations.
Online & On-site TESOL / TEFL English Teacher Training Courses:

- TEFL Certificate (Teaching English as a Foreign Language)
- TEFL Young Learners Certificate (TEYL)
- TESOL Certificate (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages)
- TESOL Diploma - Fast Track
- TESOL Diploma - Part-time studies
- TESOL Distance Diploma
- TESOL Elective Courses
- Tutoring ESOL Certificate (English to Speakers of Other Languages)
inlingua Victoria College of English and TESL
Courses / Programs
Centrally located in downtown Victoria BC, Inlingua Victoria provides an intensive 120-hour TESL / TEFL Teacher Training Diploma Program for students looking to teach English as a Second Language (ESL) at home or abroad. The program includes 100 hours of intensive and comprehensive ESL methodologies, lesson planning, resources and job search skills. Student teachers also complete 20-hours of hands on teaching with ESL students from around the world who are attending our English Language Programs in Victoria.

We invite you to become a part of a very special college. Flexible, dynamic, and lively learning to challenge and engage, we prepare our students for an ever changing, exciting world. With a long, proud history of innovation and excellence in language training, it is our pleasure to introduce you inlingua. We search the world for excellence in language training, facilities and teachers, bringing world class courses to our college.
Intensive 120-hour TEFL / TESL Teacher Training Diploma Program

Modules include:
- Theories and Methods – Overview of TESL
- Communicating effectively – Teaching Grammar
- Pronunciation to conversation – Teaching Listening & Speaking
- Literature and life – Teaching Reading
- Communicating creatively – Teaching Writing
- Designing an ESL curriculum
- Testing in ESL
- Making the classroom work – Class dynamics
- Finding your first ESL job
- Tutoring in ESL/EFL
Sol Schools Toronto
Courses / Programs
Located in the heart of downtown Toronto, Ontario in Canada, Sol Schools Toronto offers a range of internationally-recognized and accredited ESL teacher training courses to students from Canada and around the world.

Certification programs offered by Sol Schools Toronto include a part-time and full-time TESL (Teaching English as a Second Language) diploma, Cambridge CELTA (Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults) course and a TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) certificate.

We also offer 5-hour teacher training workshops which cover specific aspects of English language teaching such as Teaching Business English; Teaching English to Young Learners or Teaching English Online.

Conveniently located in downtown Toronto, Sol Schools Toronto is within walking distance of Wellesley subway station, the famous Eaton's Centre and 10 minutes to the CN Tower on the subway.

Because Sol Schools Toronto is also an ESL school, teacher training students are constantly immersed with ESL learners throughout the day to give a real sense of what it is like in a school that teaches English as a second language.
- Full-time TESL diploma course (4 weeks)
- Part-time TESL diploma course (10 weeks)
- Part-time Cambridge CELTA certificate (11 weeks)
- TEFL certificate (1 week)
- 5-hour teacher training workshops