Certificate IV in TESOL

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Cricos Provider Code 02623G  Cricos Course Code 059865G
NTIS 91109  Course Number 91341NSW

Accredited by VETAB (NSW Government Vocational Educational and Training Accreditation Board) this Certificate IV in TESOL course has been developed by International House to mirror the syllabus of the famous University of Cambridge CELTA course.  It is a highly practical course which introduces you to current teaching methods, practical teaching ideas and a range of TESOL resources.  A major component of the course is your teaching practicum.

Designed for

Non-native (upper intermediate and above) and native English speakers who want to enter the English language teaching profession.  It is also suitable for experienced teachers who want to further develop their communicative teaching skills through the strong focus on practical teaching. 

Learning outcomes

• the principles of effective planning and teaching
• a range of practical skills for teaching English to adults 
• confidence and control in the classroom
• increased language awareness and a framework for language analysis
• a structure for ongoing professional development.

CERTIFICATION & RECOGNITION

Certification is issued by International House Sydney – Teacher Training Centre upon successful completion of the course.  Trainees who complete part of the programme will be issued with a statement of attainment outlining the competencies that they achieved.

Study pathways

Graduates of the Certificate IV in TESOL can gain one subject credit towards further TESOL studies at the University of Canberra. Candidates must apply separately to the university.

COURSE CONTENT

• TESOL methodology & language analysis including:
  1. teaching speaking skills
  2. teaching writing skills
  3. teaching reading skills
  4. teaching listening skills
  5. developing learner’s language knowledge
  6. preparing language lessons using reference materials
  7. planning and evaluation of lessons
  8. evaluating TESOL teaching materials for classroom use
  9. managing the English language classroom
  10. managing the teaching and learning environment
  11. developing teacher professionalism
  12. understanding different learner styles and motivation to teaching
  13. applying knowledge of learner cultural and linguistic backgrounds to teaching
  14. applying knowledge of similarities and difference between English and LOTE to teaching
  15. using basic concepts and grammar terminology
  16. using basic lexical and phonological terminology
• six hours observation of qualified teachers
• six hours of observed and assessed teaching practice
• English language development lessons for students completing the eight week full time course.

 Sample weekly timetable

4 weeks	8 weeks Part one (4 weeks)	Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
	8.45am-11.30am	English language development
10.15am-1.00pm 2.00pm-2.30pm	12.30pm-2.30pm	TESOL methodology & language analysis   Teaching practice preparation with your trainer Discuss your next teaching practice lesson plan with your tutor to ensure that you feel confident and prepared.
2.45pm-4.45pm	Part two (4 weeks) 8.45pm-11.30pm	Teaching Practice Put the skills that you are learning into practice. You will teach a total of six hours of observed and assessed teaching practicum.
5.00pm-5.45pm	12.30pm-2.30pm	Teaching Practice Feedback and further methodology input Your tutor will provide detailed feedback on the strengths and weaknesses that you demonstrated in the classroom during your teaching practice sessions.

ASSESSMENT

• You will be required to complete six hours of assessed teaching practice, which is conducted with real classes. 
• You will also complete assessed written assignments. 
• There is no final examination.

ENTRY CRITERIA

The Certificate IV in TESOL is offered at two different English levels:

1. Upper intermediate English level
   (180 hour course)
2. Pre-advanced to native English level
   (120 hour course)

• All candidates must be at least 18 years of age.
• You are not required to have previous teaching experience or the ability to speak a second language.

COURSE LENGTH

1.    Upper intermediate English level (180 hour course)

• 8 weeks full-time

2.    Pre-advanced to native English level (120 hour course)

• 4 weeks full-time, or
• 12 weeks part-time

Plus an additional 80 hours of reading, lesson preparation and assignments.

VISAS

Visas for non Australian passport holders include:

• visitors visa
• working holiday visa
• student visa (VET)

Note for student visa applicants - as this is a Certificate IV qualification if you are in a category 3 or 4 country for VET courses you will need to provide an IELTS test score to meet student visa requirements.

Further details are available at www.immi.gov.au

TRAINERS

All of our trainers are:

• accredited by the University of Cambridge
• post-graduate industry qualified
• experienced teacher trainers with an average of 12 years experience.

Please see our TESOL trainer profiles – the breadth of their experience and qualifications is unique in this fast growing industry.

APPLY FOR THIS COURSE

If you are a non native English speaker and you are in Sydney, please come in for a level test on Mondays or Wednesdays at 2.30pm.

 If you are outside Sydney please send the following:

• sections A & B (Questions 1,2 & 3) of the application form
• signed terms and conditions and indemnity and release
• current resume
• copies of certificates, diplomas and / or university degrees
• 2 passport photos.

IH Sydney – Teacher Training Centre will contact the candidate upon receipt of their application and if their written application is strong arrange for an interview.  (For applicants living outside the Sydney area the interview can be conducted on the telephone.)
Enrolment is subject to successful completion of the interview.   

The interview is in two parts.  Part one is a language aptitude task which takes approx. 45 minutes.  Candidates who complete part one successfully will continue through to part two of the interview.  Part two is a discussion of the language task, ideas about teaching and learning, details about the course curriculum/ structure and an opportunity for candidates to ask further questions. The total time required for the aptitude task and interview is approximately 1 hour and 45 mins.

COURSE DATES & FEES

4 WEEKS FULL-TIME   Monday to Friday 10.15am - 5.45pm
2009 5th Jan - 30th Jan 9th Feb - 6th Mar 16th Mar - 9th Apr 20th Apr - 15th May 18th May - 12th Jun 15th Jun - 10th Jul 3rd Aug - 28th Aug 7th Sept - 2nd Oct 12th Oct - 6th Nov 16th Nov - 11th Dec	Certificate IV in TESOL Course Fee: $2,950 Special Offer:  Complimentary YHA membership. A deposit of $500 is required to secure your position on the course. The deposit is not due until successful completion of the enrolment interview. The balance of fees is due two weeks prior to course commencement.

12 WEEKS PART-TIME Tuesday and Thursday 5.40pm - 9.20pm Plus six Saturdays 9.00am - 4.00pm	The following Saturdays are scheduled for 2009: January - March Course January: 10,17,31 February: 7,28 April - June Course April: 4,18 May: 2,16,30,  June: 13                                                                                                       July - September Course July: 4,11,25 August: 8, 22, September: 5 October - December Course October: 10,17,31 November: 7, 21 December: 5
2009 6th Jan - 26th Mar 4th Apr - 25th Jun 30th Jun - 17th Sept 29th Sept - 17th Dec	Certificate IV in TESOL Course Fee: $2,950  A deposit of $500 is required to secure your position on the course. The deposit is not due until successful completion of the enrolment interview. The balance of fees is due one month prior to course commencement.

8 WEEKS FULL-TIME   Monday - Friday  8.45am - 2.30pm
2009 Intakes every Monday	Certificate IV in TESOL Course Fee $3,800 Materials Fee $88 Enrolment Fee $200

INFORMATION SESSIONS

Please contact our centre for further information.

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