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    • Course code
      40540SA
    • Location
      Dandenong
    • Length
      Part Time

      10 weeks

    • Commencing
      Ongoing throughout the year
    • How to Apply
      Direct to Chisholm

    Certificate IV in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)

    Would you like to teach English - as a foreign or second language - in Australia or overseas? Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) is a highly regarded and recognised training qualification.

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  • Possible Job Outcomes

      Teacher of English Language in Australia and Overseas (Please refer to TESOL Course Brochure for further details)

  • Sample Units of Study

    NFNZ - Design and develop learning strategies

    NYRD - Apply adult tesol methodologies to develop english language skills

    RYMS - Identify and use basic grammatical concepts and traditional metalanguage

    RYMW - Use the terminology of traditional grammar and locate information in a grammar text book

    RYMT - Plan an integrated lesson using communicative language teaching methodology

    NFPA - Design and develop learning resources

  • Costs

    Course fees can vary. Also, depending on your situation, you may be eligible for government subsidised training or other exemptions may apply. For more information check the FAQs and the 'Fees and charges' page on this website. Or you can call 1300 CHISHOLM (1300 244 746) or email us your enquiry

  • Notes

    A nationally recognised qualification, the Certificate IV in TESOL offers a highly valued range of skills for people who would like to teach English as a foreign language (EFL/ESL) in Australia or overseas; and, discipline teachers who currently teach students from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds (CALD) in any discipline and would like to learn more about how to adapt their teaching and learning style to meet students' needs.


    Entry requirements: Year 12 (VCE) or equivalent, or mature age. Diploma or above is desirable. International students require IELTS 6.5 with no band score less than 6.0.

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    • Requirements

      Year 12 (VCE) or equivalent, or mature age. Diploma or above is desirable. International students require IELTS 6.5 with no band score less than 6.0

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      Certificate IV in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)

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