Online TESOL / TEFL Certification Programs

Ontesol:
Start an exciting new career as an ESL (English as a Second Language) teacher with Ontesol! We offer internationally-recognized and accredited online TESOL / TEFL certificate and diploma courses to students in the U.S., Canada and all over the world. Our innovative online teacher training courses provide students with the skills and knowledge needed to become ESL teachers.

Online TEFL / TESOL Courses:

100-hour online TESOL certificate course:
A 100-hour certificate is considered as the international standard for TESOL/TEFL certification. 

Entry Requirements:
For the 100-hour TESOL certificate program a candidate needs to have a good general education up to the generally accepted level for university entrance. Applicants without formal qualifications who have the ability to communicate clearly in English will also be considered. The minimum age limit is 18 years old.

Course Content:
- Module 1: The World of ELT and Study Skills
- Module 2: The Study of English (Grammar and Phonology)
- Module 3: The Methodology Module (The Teaching of English to Speakers of Other Languages –TESOL)

Course Duration:
Depending on the pace you work at and the amount of study time available to you, a 100-hour Certificate program may take between 3 and 11 weeks to complete. The maximum time given to complete this course is 3 months.

- 250-hour online TESOL diploma course:
Ontesol's 250-hour online course with optional Practicum is an extended version of Coventry House International's on-site Trinity CertTESOL and TESL Canada course!

Entry Requirements:
For the 250-hour TESOL Diploma program, candidates need to have a good general education up to the generally accepted level for university entrance. Consideration will also be given to applicants who have professional or other qualifications, are capable of communicating clearly, and who feel confident in their ability to bring a clear, analytical approach to the English language and to develop a teaching style appropriate to learners with a wide range of needs.

Course Content:
- The grammar module consists of 17 units, 39 quizzes and a final grammar exam.

- The phonology module consists of 13 units, 10 quizzes and a final phonology exam.

- The methodology module consists of 19 units. In this module you will have the opportunity to observe video-taped authentic lessons of adult ESL students, which is essential to grasp the idea of what really happens in a classroom setting. You will have to submit 10 tasks, 19 assignments as well as a final exam. By the end of the course you will have compiled a portfolio including your assignments, observation tasks and lesson plans which will provide tangible evidence of the course work. 

Course Duration:
Since no two people work at the same pace, or have identical commitments and study time, this program may take from 8 to 24 weeks to complete. You can obtain all the benefits of an advanced on-site TESOL course from the comfort of your home and choose to take the teaching practice module anywhere in the world. 

- 60-hour online TEYL Certificate (Teaching English to Young Learners):
The Ontesol TEYL Certificate course (Teaching English to Young Learners) has been carefully developed to address the needs of young learners. For the TEYL Certificate program the overall aim is to develop skills and confidence in working with young learners, familiarize with the approach that best suit children’s learning styles as well as adding an invaluable bonus to your CV or résumé and network with other TESOL graduates. This is a 60-hour online course which must be completed in a period of 8 weeks

- 20 hour practicum (English teaching practice) that can be completed at the student's location:
The 20-hour Practicum can be completed at any TESL Canada centre that offers the Stand-Alone Practicum or at any ESL school in the world with the help of a qualified supervisor. Employers prefer new graduates to have some teaching experience after graduating from a TESOL course. Most importantly, if you are taking our 250-hour TESOL course, the 20-hour practicum is compulsory to obtain TESL Canada's accreditation.

For further information on our online TEFL / TESOL certification programs, please e-mail us via our Contact Page.