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TRINITY COLLEGE LONDON CERTIFICATE IN TESOL

This is an internationally-recognised qualification, of which upon completion, enables you to teach English to speakers of other languages anywhere in the world.

It is the first step towards an English language teaching career. It includes basic language teaching methodology and provides you with a foundation understanding of how languages work.

 

The transferable skills acquired on this course provide an excellent preparation for teaching any language to non-native speakers.

 

These skills are also extremely beneficial in any business context where presentations need to be given and where teaching of processes and methods may be required. It is an invaluable tool for those seeking an international career in teaching the English language to children and adults.

 

This course can be taken as part of the TESOL & Language Studies major in the Bachelor of Contemporary International Studies (BCIS), but can also be completed as a stand-alone ten-week course (five weeks of distance learning, five weeks on campus).

The Trinity certificate in the teaching of english to speakers of other langauges (Trinity Cert TESOL)

The Trinity Cert TESOL is a qualification suited to those wishing to teach English as a second language, but possess little or no experience in doing so. This programme equips students with the basic skills and knowledge required for ESOL teachers. The programme also gives students a firm foundation for self-evaluation and opportunities for further professional development. It is also suitable for trained teachers who are not trained in TESOL.

 

The Trinity Cert TESOL can be taken as a stand-alone course, or as part of the Graduate Diploma of Contemporary International Studies (GDCIS). Details of each of these can be viewed below: 

 

STAND-ALONE COURSE STRUCTURE

There are two parts to the course, the first being a Distance Education component, the second an on-campus course. The Distance Education component consists of a series of study guides with the accompanying tasks based on the three set texts. Trainees must complete this Distance Education study before they start the on-campus programme. The on-campus component is a five-week intensive course in which the syllabus is covered by a series of lectures, seminars, and workshops. Teaching practice is integrated by relating the course components to practical teaching of various ESOL classes.

 

IPU NEW ZEALAND GRADUATE DIPLOMA OF CONTEMPORARY INTERNATIONAL STUDIES (GDIS)

The Trinity Cert TESOL can also be taken as part of the one-year GDCIS programme. See here for further information on the GDCIS.

    • Be at least eighteen years-old.

    • Have a good standard of education to at least the equivalent of New Zealand University Entrance.

    • Have English language competence equivalent to a native speaker (a band score of 7.5 in IELTS or Trinity College London Grade 10 in spoken English for Speakers of Other Languages or the equivalent).

    • Complete a language awareness task and be available, if required, for interview.

  • Professional outcome

    Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)
    in any language school in the world.

    • Teaching ESOL in ESOL departments in schools in New Zealand.

    • Teaching ESOL in high schools and primary schools in an international context.

    • Teaching any language to non-native speakers.

    • Running language programmes in schools and tertiary institutes.

    • Writing ESOL materials.

    • Training staff in any business context.

  • Completion of a Masters of Contemporary International Studies to a high level may allow a graduate to apply to enter a programme of doctoral studies at a university.

  • Programme Structure

    There are two parts to the course, the first being a distance education component, the second an on-campus course. The distance education component consists of a series of study guides with accompanying tasks based on the three set texts. Trainees must complete this distance education study before the start of the on-campus programme. The on-campus component is a five-week intensive course in which the syllabus is covered by a series of lectures, seminars and workshops. Teaching practice is integrated by relating the course components to practical teaching of various ESOL classes.

    Course Dates

    Applications are currently being taken for the following course:

     

    • Thursday 1 February 2024 - Monday 11 March 2024 (TBC)

     

    Numbers are limited to fourteen trainees per course. Applications should be made by the end of October 2023 because the distance education component of the course starts in November 2023.

     

    *Courses are offered dependent on a minimum of eight registrations. There may be a few days' difference from the date set. Exact dates will be confirmed around four weeks before the start of each course.

    Course Pricing
    • Course price (includes all fees) is $3,500.

    • Discounts available for current students.

  • The Trinity Certificate In Teaching English To Speakers Of Other Languages is a five-week course preceded by a distance learning programme which covers the following topics:

    • TESOL introductory reading (three modules)

    • Language awareness (six modules)

    • Practical elementary phonology (two modules)

     

    Completion of the distance learning component is normally a prerequisite for entry to the five-week course.

  • IPU New Zealand offers short-term intensive training courses for in-service teachers of English as a Foreign Language (EFL). Our programmes are customised to the needs of the teaching professionals who study at IPU New Zealand.

     

    Our programmes are based on the CertTESOL requirements developed by Trinity College London, as well as on our extensive experience in providing EFL teacher training programmes for groups such as those sponsored by the Ministry of Education of Vietnam; Tianjin University, China; Prince Royal College, Thailand, and many more. Our courses also provide overseas teachers with the opportunity to improve knowledge of the English language, become acquainted with New Zealand's unique culture, and to gain a wealth of new teaching ideas and materials for use in the EFL classroom.

     

    Applicants may enrol for courses beginning at several points throughout the year. These dates can be negotiated to a certain extent with the course provider. Participants can enrol for periods of between two to three weeks.[1] Each week's programme consists of up to 30 hours of classes, observations, teaching practice and planning. We also offer a number of exciting cultural activities, day trips and excursions (the cost of activities is not included into the course prices).

     

    Contact us today and we will design the highest-quality EFL training for your group: info@ipu.ac.nz

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GRADUATE DIPLOMA OF 
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SEAN CHAPMAN
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MARY REMULLA
BCIS ONLINE STUDENT

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BCIS - TESOL MAJOR

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LIDIA MELES
BCIS - TESOL MAJOR

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MASTER OF CONTEMPORARY 
INTERNATIONAL STUDIES

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POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA OF 
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GRADUATE DIPLOMA OF 
CONTEMPORARY INTERNATIONAL STUDIES

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LEVEL 5 TOURISM AND TRAVEL STUDIES
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