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Entry Requirements

Cert IV - Entry Requirements

It is important to us that our graduates have an adequate level of written and spoken English ability. This is not only so that they have the skills to complete the course, but also so that they can be successful English as a Second Language teachers.

To gain entry into the Certificate IV in TESOL, you need to provide evidence of a sound level of ability in written and spoken English. One of the below examples of evidence of English proficiency must be provided prior to enrollment in the course. The LTi Admissions Team will then assess if you meet the course entry requirements based on the evidence provided.
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Entry evidence examples include:

☐ Year 12 High School transcript showing a pass level or higher at the completion of Australian senior secondary school (Year 12).

☐ Year 10 High School transcript showing a very high level at the completion of junior secondary school (Year 10).

☐ Completion of a Certificate III or higher level Course in the Australian Qualification Framework (this must have been studied / completed in English).

☐ Enrolment in other courses of study requiring equivalent or above levels of English ability (for example a University Bachelor Degree).

☐ A result from an endorsed English proficiency test (with an IELTS score of 6.0 or equivalent).

☐ ​An overseas University Degree with a major in the English Language (note: The transcript for your degree must be provided in English or a certified translated version)
☐ Entry test - If you are unable to provide evidence of English proficiency, please contact us to discuss what options are available. You may be asked to complete an entry test or participate in an interview over the phone or face to face.

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Minimum Scores for English Proficiency Tests:
If your evidence of English proficiency is an endorsed test, then Certificate IV in TESOL entrants should have an English proficiency notionally equivalent to a minimum IELTS score of 6.0. Other proficiency tests and associated scores that would indicate equivalent English proficiency may include, but not be limited to:
  • PTE Academic: 51 - 58
  • TOEIC: 750
  • TOEFL (paper): 550
  • TOEFL (CBT): 213
  • TOEFL(IBT): 79 - 80
  • Cambridge Exams: FCE-A
  • ​CEFR: B2
  • CSWE: IV
  • ISLPR: 3

Technology Recommendations

In order to successfully complete the Certificate IV in TESOL Course, it is recommended that you have the following: 
  • Access to a computer with the following installed:
    • Windows XP or newer 
    • Mircosoft Office or Openoffice
    • Internet browser (recommended: Google Chrome, Firefox or Safari)
  • Internet Access
  • Basic computer knowledge including:
    • How to turn a computer on and off
    • Using a mouse and keyboard
    • Ability to browse the internet
    • Ability to upload and download files
    • Basic Word document skills (including creating, typing in, and saving documents)
    • Ability to email documents as attachments
  • Access to a printer and scanner (some mobile phone apps allow scanning)

If you do not already have access to the above technology then you may find that it may be available through your local library.
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Where this website states:
  • "Certificate IV" it is referring to the 11021NAT - Certificate IV in English Language Teaching (TESOL) qualification.
  • "Diploma" it is referring to the 11020NAT - Diploma of English Language Teaching (TESOL) qualification. 
  • "Grad Cert" it is referring to the 11057NAT - Graduate Certificate in English Language Teaching (TESOL) qualification.
  • "Grad Diploma" is referring to the 11058NAT - Graduate Diploma of English Language Teaching (TESOL)​ qualification
  • "International Certificate" it is referring to the non-accredited specialised International TESOL Certificate training course developed by Language Training Institute. ​ ​
  • "Preparatory Certificate" it is referring to the non-accredited specialised Preparatory TESOL Certificate training course developed by Language Training Institute. ​ ​
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  • TESOL Courses
    • Course Levels >
      • Preparatory Cert of TESOL
      • International Certificate
      • Certificate IV
      • Diploma
      • Dual TESOL Qualifications
      • Graduate Certificate
      • Graduate Diploma
    • Course Comparison
    • Entry Requirements
    • Course Outcomes
    • Timeframes & Assessment
    • Practical Placement
    • Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
  • Enrol Now
  • Online Courses
  • Course Fee
  • About us
    • Who is LTi?
    • Reviews & Testimonials
    • 5 most popular questions ​about TESOL
  • Locations
    • Worldwide - Online
    • Adelaide, SA
    • Brisbane, QLD
    • Gold Coast, QLD
    • Melbourne, VIC
    • Perth, WA
    • Sunshine Coast, QLD
    • Sydney, NSW
    • India
    • Iran
    • Turkiye
    • Vietnam
  • TESOL Industry Standards
  • Partnerships & Licensing
  • Resources
    • TESOL Resources
    • ESL Resources
  • Current Students
    • Extensions
    • Change Your Details
    • Prac Forms
    • Student Handbook
    • Feedback
  • Replacement Certificates
  • Job opportunities
  • Blog
    • What is TESOL?
    • Teaching English in Australia
    • Using technology in TESOL
    • Cultural Concepts & Australian Idioms
    • What is RPL?
    • English teaching job boom
    • Why do a TESOL Course
    • How to prepare for an interview
    • English Proficiency Tests
    • Teaching English to Young Children
    • 8 tips for studying from home
    • Teaching English to Teenagers
    • Mental Health and Teaching
  • Online Learning Tour
  • Contact Us