UW TESL Certificate Program

The UW TCP is made up of four courses covering 120 hours of TESL theory and methodology and a 20 hour practicum. Courses are offered virtually, and are subject to minimum enrolment.

Practicum must be completed in-person.

Program Highlights

• Short program: Due to a thoroughly planned curriculum, Standard I UW TCP certificate can be completed through passing only four courses and practicum.

• Relevant work experience: Our students may immediately start acquiring adult EAL teaching experience by volunteering in our Language Partner program or/and by working as a teacher assistant in our English Language Programs.

Program Information

Course Section

• Course 1: Thinking about Theory: A Framework for ESL/EAL Instruction

• Course 2: Understanding the Language Classroom: Procedures for Effective Teaching

• Course 3: Developing the Language System: Teaching Grammar and Vocabulary

• Course 4: Developing the Language Skills: Teaching Second Language Reading, Writing, Speaking, and Listening

Practicum Section

• 10 hours of EAL/ESL classroom observation with a TESL certified teacher

• 10 hours supervised practicum in an ESL/EAL classroom with a TESL certified teacher

Please read to learn more about the Practicum Placement.

Note: We strongly recommend that students take the courses in order. Courses 1 and 2 are pre-requisites to Courses 3 and 4”

Course Dates

Fall

September 23 - November 29, 2024

Length: 10 weeks

$750 per course

Winter

January 27 - April 4, 2025

Length: 10 weeks

$750 per course

Spring

May 26 - August 1, 2025

Length: 10 weeks

$750 per course