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The Algonquin College of Applied Arts and Technology Graduate Certificate in Teachers of English as a Foreign/Second Language
The Algonquin College of Applied Arts and Technology

Graduate Certificate in Teachers of English as a Foreign/Second Language

Ottawa, Canada

1 Years

English

Part time

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Sep 2025

USD 6,523

On-Campus

Key Summary

    About: The Graduate Certificate in Teachers of English as a Foreign/Second Language focuses on equipping students with the necessary skills to teach English effectively to non-native speakers. The course covers various teaching methodologies, assessment strategies, and cultural aspects of language teaching. This certificate is ideal for educators looking to enhance their teaching credentials or transition into the field of English language instruction.
    Career Outcomes: Graduates can pursue careers as English language teachers abroad, language program coordinators, or curriculum developers in educational institutions. This qualification also opens up opportunities in adult education and community education programs.

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Turn your passion for languages into a rewarding career!

As English has become the language of choice for international communication and the most widely spoken second language, the global demand for English teachers continues to increase. In this one-year Ontario College Graduate Certificate program - Teachers of English as a Second/Foreign Language (TESFL) - you gain a theoretical foundation and hands-on skills in teaching second languages. Upon graduation, you are able to teach English as a second/foreign language to newcomers to Canada, international students, and professionals. This program is officially recognized by TESL Ontario and TESL Canada and is available on campus or through synchronous online delivery.

Develop skills and strategies to be an effective language teacher, including in such areas as:

  • Lesson and Unit Planning
  • Teaching Core Language Skills and Grammar
  • Educational Technology for Online Learning
  • Classroom Management
  • Assessment and Evaluation
  • Instructional Design

Integrate your theoretical knowledge with practice teaching. Apply your foundational knowledge and skills in an Independent Learning Project where you work one-on-one with an ESL student. Gain further practical experience by taking part in two practicum placements and an optional overseas teaching internship.

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