TESOL Certification in Toronto & Vancouver

International Language Academy of Canada (ILAC):
The International Language Academy of Canada (ILAC) is an accredited English language school and TESOL teacher training school with campuses in the centers of Toronto, Ontario and Vancouver BC. Our four-week TESOL diploma program is offered to native English speakers and non-native speakers who want to become language teachers in Canada and overseas. The four-week International TESOL certificate program is offered to international students who want to go back to their country to teach or want an additional English achievement for their resume.

Imagine being able to travel the world, working as you go with never a thought as to how you'll find a job. Imagine having a skill always in demand, at home or abroad, even in uncertain times. As world economies change, at least one thing remains constant: the increasing need for English to communicate internationally. And that means a constant demand for English teachers. Gaining proficiency in the teaching of English as a Second Language (ESL) means doors will always be open to you; your expertise will always be needed.

ILAC has been shaping highly qualified TESOL-certified ESL teachers since 2001. Our graduates have found jobs both locally and abroad. Our one-month TESOL programme will give you the skills and the experience you need to feel at home in front of any class: from beginner students to advanced; from those wanting a brush-up to those hoping to achieve international standards through such long-standing, rigorous and highly regarded achievement tests as TOEFL or Cambridge exams.

- 4-Week TESOL Diploma Program:
The 4-week TESOL diploma program is offered to native English speakers and non-native speakers who want to become language teachers in Canada and overseas. It includes 100 hours of instruction plus a mandatory 20-hour teaching practice (practicum). This course is recognized by TESL Canada and is approved as a vocational program under the Private Career Colleges Act. Non-native speakers need to present a standardized test result confirming they meet TESL Canada’s standard (iBT TOEFL of 80; IELTS of 6.5)

- 4-Week International TESOL Certificate Program:
The 4-week International TESOL certificate program is offered to international students who want to go back to their country to teach or want an additional English achievement for their resume. They study alongside Canadians preparing to start their international teaching careers. This course includes 100 hours of instruction plus a mandatory 10-hour teaching practice (practicum). Minimum ILAC level 12 required as well as an excellent oral interview with our Director of Studies.

With a population of more than 4 million, Toronto is Canada’s largest and most exciting city and one of the most multicultural cities in the world. It has been rated “The Best City in the World to Live” by Unesco and students can enjoy world-class restaurants, exciting night-life and shopping as well as spectacular man-made landmarks including the CN Tower, Rogers Centre, Air Canada Center and Casa Loma Castle. It is also full of natural beauty with 4,000 hectares of parks, the Toronto Islands, the Beaches, beautiful lakes, ski resorts and more. There is an excellent 24-hour public transportation system including the subway, buses and streetcars.

ILAC's Toronto campus is centrally located in downtown Toronto, beside the main subway station where they can access both the Bloor Line and Yonge Line. The school is within walking distance to restaurants, cinemas, cafes, shopping, museums and the University of Toronto. The school is equipped with 80 Classrooms, 100+ Computers and FREE High Speed Wireless Internet access.

With a population of about 560,000, Vancouver lies in a region of more than 2 million people and is the largest city in the province of British Columbia. It is famous for its high standard of living, environment and recreation such as skiing and hiking. Surrounded by the Rocky Mountains and the Pacific Ocean, it is less than 2 hours away from famous Whistler and only minutes away from local skiing hills.

ILAC's Vancouver campus is centrally located in downtown Vancouver, beside the Main Transportation Station, where all major lines meet (the SeaBus terminal, both SkyTrain lines and the Granville Bus routes). The school is within walking distance of shopping, restaurants, cafes, Simon Fraser University, British Columbia Institute of Technology, and Vancouver’s famous seawall.