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Certificate IV in TESOL (Mode 2)
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COURSE DESCRIPTION

Accredited by VETAB (NSW Government Vocational Educational and Training Accreditation Board) this Certificate IV in TESOL course has been developed specifically for people with a lower proficiency in English. It is a highly practical course which introduces you to current teaching methods, practical teaching ideas and a range of TESOL resources.
 
Course Information:
DESIGNED FOR:   Non-native (intermediate and above)  speakers who want to enter the English language teaching profession. It is also suitable for experienced teachers where English is not their first language and who want to further develop their communicative teaching skills through a 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:  
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Certification is issued by International House (IH) 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 and language analysis includes:
  • teaching speaking, writing, reading, listening skills
  • developing learner’s language knowledge
  • preparing language lessons using reference materials
  • planning and evaluation of lessons
  • evaluating TESOL teaching materials for classroom use
  • managing the English language classroom
  • managing the teaching and learning environment
  • developing teacher professionalism
  • understanding different learner styles and motivation to teaching
  • applying knowledge of learner cultural and linguistic backgrounds to teaching
  • using basic concepts and grammar terminology
  • using basic lexical and phonological terminology
  • six hours observation of qualified teachers
  • six hours of observed and assessed teaching practice
  • English language development lessons
 
ASSESSMENT:  
  • You will be required to complete six hours of assessed teaching practice, conducted with real classes.
  • You will also complete 6 assessed written assignments.
  • There is no final examination.
 
ENTRY CRITERIA:  
  • Intermediate English level/ IELTS  equivalent 5.5-6.0 (you do not need to sit the IELTS)
  • 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:   Intermediate English level
  • 8-12 weeks part-time
 
TRAINERS:   All of our trainers are:
  • post-graduate industry qualified
  • experienced teacher trainers with an average of 10 years experience
 
APPLY FOR THIS COURSE:   If you are a non native English speaker or unsure of your proficiency level and you are in Singapore, please come in for a level test on Tuesdays or Wednesdays between 12:00pm and 2.00pm.

If you are outside Singapore 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
Shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an interview. (For applicants outside Singapore 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. Candidates who complete part one successfully will continue to part two. 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.
 
COURSE FEES:  
  • SGD$5500 $3500 (special introductory offer until September 2010)
  • An Application Fee of $500 is required to secure your position on the course.With the balance of $3000 paid in accordance to Schedule 1 or 2 in the Terms and Conditions of the Application Form.The application fee will be fully refunded if you are not accepted after the enrolment interview.
 
COURSE DURATION:  
  • Part Time - 8-12 Weeks
  • Module 1 - 9.00am - 12:00pm Monday to Friday. Intake starts EVERY Monday.
  • Module 2 (3 options)-
  1. 1:00pm - 4:00pm Monday to Friday
  2. 6:30pm - 9:30pm Tuesday and Thursday
  3. 10:00am - 1:00pm Saturday and Sunday
     
     
Sample weekly timetable:
 6 weeks 12 weeks
Module 1 (6 weeks)		 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Fridays
 TBC 9.00am-10.00am

English language development

Improve your language skills in all areas from reading and writing to listening and speaking. Gain the confidence in your language ability you will need when you do your teaching practice.
  10.00am-12.00pm TESOL methodology & language analysis

Focus in detail on the methodology that English teachers use when planning and conducting lessons. Learn and practise the skills that you will be using in your future lessons.
  Module 2 (6 weeks)
1.00pm-3.00pm		 Teaching Practice

Put the skills that you are learning into practice by teaching real language students. You will teach a total of six hours of observed and assessed teaching practicum. You will also be required to observe and give feedback to your peers on their teaching and observe professional teachers in action.
  3.00pm-4.00pm 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. In addition, you will be asked to comment on the teaching practice of your fellow trainees. You will also have a chance to discuss with your tutor lesson plans for your future teaching practice sessions.
Course Intake: Part Time
DATES:
10 Jul 10 to 31 Dec 10
FURTHER INFORMATION:

This is a 12 week course.

Starts EVERY Monday.

Module 1 - Mondays to Fridays - 9am to 12 pm (6 weeks)

 

Module 2 (after Module 1 is completed) - Mondays to Fridays - 1pm to 4pm (6 weeks)
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