Why Teach English? 

Why teach English? The English language is one of the world's most in demand commodities. It is the international language of our generation. According to the Cambridge Encyclopaedia of Languages (1997), there has never been a language spoken by so many people in so many places in history. English is the language of law, commerce, science, computing, politics, aviation, medicine and tourism. More than half of the world's business deals are conducted in English. Eighty percent of the world's Internet and email is in English.

Certificate IV in TESOL (30737QLD)
Diploma of TESOL (30777QLD)
Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
Nationally Accredited with the Australian Department of Education and Training 30645
Queensland CRICOS 02626E Fully accredited, nationally and internationally recognised
Austudy approved courses

Why Teach English?

Why teach English? The English language is one of the world's most in demand commodities. It is the international language of our generation. According to the Cambridge Encyclopaedia of Languages (1997), there has never been a language spoken by so many people in so many places in history. English is the language of law, commerce, science, computing, politics, aviation, medicine and tourism. More than half of the world's business deals are conducted in English. Eighty percent of the world's Internet and email is in English.

The Certificate IV in TESOL is a real qualification for a real world.  This qualification provides you with the skills and qualifications that will open the door for an exciting domestic and international career.  Sea English Academy International provides Nationally Recognised Training courses which are fully accredited and recognised worldwide.

The Diploma of TESOL is designed to equip English teaching professionals with advanced skills to teach English.  Graduates are able to access higher level teaching jobs around the world. 

TESOL graduates from Sea English Academy International are in high demand.

Right now there are urgent and unlimited opportunities to teach English around the world!

A HIGHLY PRACTICAL COURSE 

The course includes all the elements of highly effective teaching and learning methods. It is a practical course of 220 total hours consisting of lectures, workshops and practical hands-on teaching. This includes observation of ESL teachers and practice teaching with ESL students at various levels of English.

TOPICS include:

• Second Language Acquisition
• Introduction to Linguistics
• The principles of language learning and teaching
• Learning styles
• Assessment and Evaluation
• Planning and conducting English language classes
• Teaching grammar effectively
• Developing effective and up-to-date teaching materials with minimal resources
• Classroom management
• Designing a curriculum and syllabus
• Multi-cultural and cross-cultural aspects of the ESL classroom

 VARIETY OF LOCATIONS

Sea English Academy International provides TESOL training in a variety of locations around the world including Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, Africa, America, Thailand, Malaysia, Vietnam, Europe and the Middle East. We can arrange training specifically to suit your location, school and schedule.

QUALIFIED AND DEDICATED STAFF, TEACHERS AND DIRECTORS

All staff, teachers and directors at Sea English Academy International are fully qualified with years of real field experience in the ESL classroom.  After graduation, we provide support with on-going networking and job assistance.

WHO SHOULD APPLY?

This course is designed for anyone wanting to teach English around the world.  You do not need a tertiary qualification nor be a native English speaker.  There are no course prerequisites, however, applicants must provide evidence of an ability to undertake studies at an appropriate tertiary level in English. If an applicant has not reached an appropriate level of English language they are encouraged to undertake an English language program within the Sea English Academy International, or similar institution, to assist them to attain an appropriate level of English.

QUALIFICATION

Certificate IV in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages trainees who successfully demonstrate competency in all units of the Certificate IV in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages will be issued with a Certificate of Qualification by Sea English Academy International.

Graduates of the Certificate IV in TESOL are able to apply for the Diploma of TESOL.

WHAT OTHERS HAVE TO SAY

"The course was dynamic and energetic!  All the staff were great." David

"TESOL has opened so many doors of opportunity. I am excited about the future!" Joan

"I learnt to prepare my own resources so now I am ready to teach anywhere." Mark

"I found new skills that I never knew I had. TESOL taught me that I love to teach." Sharon

CERTIFICATE IV TESOL COURSE DATES AND SCHEDULE

The course is available in a number of options as follows:

The full time course is available in one of two options as per the following formats:
Full Time Option 1: Monday to Friday, 9.00am to 5.00pm each week over a 4 week period
Classroom experience, observation, assignment preparation and practice teaching sessions are conducted during the course. This course is not suitable for students studying on a student visa.

Full Time Option 2: Monday to Friday, 9.00am to 1.30pm each week over an 11 week period
Classroom experience, observation, assignment preparation and practice teaching sessions are conducted during the course. This course is suitable for students studying on a student visa.

The Part Time course will be delivered in a variety of format depending on the location you chose:
Sunshine Coast: One full Saturday per month, and 1 evening per week, 6.00 – 9.30pm each week over a 18 week period.
Chicago: Choose from one evening per week, 3 evenings per week, every Saturday, or a combination to suit your schedule.

Classroom experience, observation, assignment preparation and practice teaching sessions are conducted during the course. Homework is required for study and assignment preparation.  This course is not suitable for students studying on a student visa.

COURSE FEE

The course fee includes full tuition and required textbooks. 

The cost for each course varies slightly depending on the location, so please contact us directly for course prices.

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The course is Austudy approved and students may be eligible for funding through their Job Networks.

Each Sea English Academy campus provides additional services including accommodation and airport pickup.  Please contact your campus of choice for all costs. If you require accommodation and airport pickup, please indicate this with your application.  

WHAT SHOULD I DO?

Apply today.

Contact your nearest location for an application form.