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Cert IV in TESOL

11021NAT - Certificate IV in English Language Teaching (TESOL)
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What does this course teach you?

English teaching skills:
☑ Create a culturally inclusive learning environment
☑ Use a communicative, genre-based approach to teach English
☑ Teach others to speak, listen to, read and write English
☑ Teach English grammar, spelling and pronunciation
☑ Create activities and plan English lessons (online or in person)
☑ Classroom management and learner engagement strategies

☑ Use technology to teach English
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Elective specialist areas:
☑ Choose one elective area to specialise in:
  • Teach English to early childhood learners
  • Teach English to primary school-aged learners
  • Teach English to teenage learners
  • Use music, art and drama to teach English
  • ​Work with volunteers in English teaching contexts
  • Establish community based English classes​
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Practical Placement / Work Experience:
☑ Authentic Practical placement work experience that you can put on your resume
☑ 12 hours of placement, with a minimum of 6 hours practice teaching

☑ Live online placement opportunities available
+ Detailed Course Content
+ Practical Placement Program
+ DURATION & Assessment

TOTAL COURSE HOURS
Up to 650 hours 
(depending on elective)

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Course Outcomes

Do you dream of traveling the world teaching English? Or maybe you want to teach in today's virtual classrooms? You can make a difference in the world by learning how to teach English to speakers of other languages - a highly rewarding career. If this is you, you will love this course!

The Certificate IV in TESOL is designed to get you employment ready to:
  • Teach English online (as a Second Language)
  • Teach English overseas as a Second Language  
  • Teach English language programs in Australia (where a higher education degree is not required)
  • Be a English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher Aid 
  • Teach English in Australia to groups of visiting students or migrants
  • Be an English as a Second Language (ESL) Tutor
  • Volunteer teaching English as a Second Language (ESL) either in Australia or Overseas

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​83% of LTi graduates were employed or enrolled in further study after training.
*Based on 2020 independent National Centre for Vocational Education Research (NCVER) data

Want to teach English online?

We cover using technology to teach English + you can get ready to teach in today's virtual classrooms with online practical placement.
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Why study with us?

Over
Years in TESOL
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Over
thousand+
TESOL graduates 
We are one of the leading TESOL Course providers in Australia and overseas - Language Training Institute (LTi).
✓ First organisation to gain Australia Government accreditation for a Certificate in TESOL in 1996
✓ Over 25 years experience in the global TESOL industry
✓ Publishers of a suite of TESOL Training resources which have been used by over 50 different national and international training organisations
​✓ Over 10,000+ TESOL graduates since 1996
✓ We operate globally and have trained students in over 30 different countries
✓ Verifiable - Australian Government Registered Training Organisation (RTO Number 30173)
Learn more about us
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Study Options

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Zoom Tutorials (optional) + Online Learning + Practical Placement
What better way to get ready to teach in today's virtual classroom environments then completing the course online? Flexible study with 24/7 access to video tutorials + we'll connect you with your own Trainer to support you through your studies with us. 
Online Learning
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Class sessions + Online Learning + Practical Placement
We've been delivering TESOL at various locations around Australia and globally for over 25 years. With a blended learning approach, our students benefit from the support of receiving face-to-face classes, combined with the flexibility of online learning to complete guided assessment tasks outside of class time.
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Practical Placement

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As part of the course, you get to take part in a practical placement experience with real life English as a Second Language (ESL) learners - either in a classroom or virtual online classes.

This is real work experience that you can put on your resume.


We won't charge you extra for practical placement - this is covered as part of your training with us.  At the end of the course, we want you to feel confident in your ability to teach when you enter an ESL classroom.
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Entry Requirements 

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Entry Requirements
It is important to us that our graduates have an good level of written and spoken English skills. This is not only so that they have the ability to complete the course, but also so that they can be successful English as a Second Language teachers.
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To gain entry to the TESOL Course, you will need to give us evidence that you meet the entry requirements. This can be one of the following:
  • Completion of Year 12 English (pass level or higher)
  • Completion of other studies (Cert III or higher)
  • An endorsed English test (minimum IELTS 6.0 or equivalent)
  • + see more examples

Upgrading TESOL qualifications

If you complete our Certificate IV in TESOL, then you can choose to upgrade to the Diploma of TESOL in the future and get direct credit for the core units of the course. 

This process would involve you getting recognition for the learning you have completed during the Certificate IV and would reduce the amount of work and cost to complete the Diploma of TESOL. ​​The Diploma of TESOL builds on what you will have learnt in the Certificate IV in TESOL and goes into more depth in some areas such as TESOL methodology and assessing ESL learning. It also covers higher level ESL teaching and coordinating skills such as:
  • Designing ESL syllabus
  • Teaching English for academic purposes
  • Teaching English for specific purposes (such as business, medicine, etc.)
+ Dual TESOL Qualifications
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) 

Do you guarentee a job at the end?
No, but 83% of our graduates are employed or enrolled in further study (e.g. university) after training.
*Based on 2020 independent National Centre for Vocational Education Research (NCVER) data

Be careful with providers who claim to give you a job at the end - will they actually deliver or are they just trying to lure you in? Is it actually a job or just an interview? If it is a job, ask a lot about what sort of job it is, where it is and what payment you will get (and whether it is even enough to cover living costs in that country). Is it actually a job that you would want or is it a job that is difficult to fill with low pay and an undesirable location?

We focus on offering you a great course which is backed by our long standing, strong reputation in the TESOL industry. We make sure that when our graduates finish the course, they are employment ready and fully equipped to confidently enter classrooms around the world (or online) to teach English.
Can I do the Course 100% Online?
Yes! We even have online practical placements available with ESL learners who attend virtual classes (via video conferencing). ​
Can I Do my Prac Overseas?
Yes, If you find a suitable placement with an overseas institution (or are going to one of our class locations) then you can do your placement overseas. 

If you choose to source your own placement organisation overseas, you will need to make sure there is:
  • An experienced ESL teacher for you to observe (or you could do you observations online)
  • A minimum of 5 genuine ESL learners in the class 
  • A qualified person to observe your teaching or permission to video yourself teaching the class
HOW LONG DO I HAVE TO COMPLETE THE COURSE?
You can either be enrolled as a full-time student with 12 months to complete the course or a part-time student with 18 months to complete the course. Learn more about timeframes & assessment...
THERE SEEM TO BE SOOO MANY TESOL COURSES OUT THERE - HOW DO I CHOOSE? ​​
Go with your gut - if you want to do a course that will be worth something when you finish and avoid ending up with 'just a piece of paper', there are a few questions you need to think about before choosing:
  • What level is the Course? Is it the right level for what I want to do?
  • Is the course accredited (endorsed by the Australian Government)? Is that important for what I want to do?
  • Is the Course worth something overseas? 
  • Will the course meet the TESOL qualification requirements for English as a Second Language (ESL) teachers in Australia? 
  • Is the course delivered by a reputable registered training organisation? Or is it just a third party looking to get sign-ups?
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What to check when comparing TESOL Courses: 
  • Beware of providers that claim they offer "Internationally accredited courses". There is no international body that accredits courses. Ask who the Course is accredited by. Has the Course got Government accreditation? If no, think twice. Read more about International Standards →
  • ​​Be careful! A cheap course may not always be the right choice for what you want to do.
  • Add up the costs - some courses advertise a low fee, but then hit you with enrolment fees, practical placement fees, resource fees etc. and it ends up more expensive in the end.
  • Beware of providers who claim to give you a job at the end - will they actually deliver or are they just trying to lure you in? Is it actually a job or just an interview? If it is a job, ask a lot about what sort of job it is, where it is and what payment you will get (and whether it is even enough to cover living costs in that country). Is it actually a job that you would want or is it a job that is difficult to fill with low pay and an undesirable location?

To save you some time, here are the answers to those questions about us and our courses:
  • We offer both non-accredited and accredited TESOL Courses - the International TESOL Certificate is a non-accredited specialised training program for those who don't require an accredited one, but want a high quality course at a very affordable price.
  • The accredited courses we offer are the 10695NAT - Certificate IV in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) and 10688NAT - Diploma of TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) and these courses can be verified on the Australian Government's Website training.gov.au
  • We are an Australian Registered Training Organisation, RTO Number: 30173 - see http://training.gov.au/Organisation/Details/30173 - this means we undergo strict monitoring by the Australian government. It also gives us recognition overseas as being a quality training provider.
  • Our online TESOL courses consist of more than the equivalent of 100 hours of face to face contact. This is achieved for every student that completes any LTi TESOL course (of  any delivery format) through the provision and requirements of the course materials which have been developed and designed for Distance Education in conjunction with the web based support LTi provides. 
  •  We require all our students to complete practical placement with supervised practice teaching of real English as a Second Language students in an actual classroom.​ 
HOW MUCH DOES THE COURSE COST?
The course fee depends on which course you do and whether you pay via payment plan or upfront. ​
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IS THE COURSE GOVERNMENT FUNDED?
The TESOL Courses aren't funded, but the Certificate IV in TESOL is eligible for Centrelink support payments (such as Austudy, Pensioner Education Supplement, etc) and we have payment plans starting from $32.50 per week for the Certificate IV.

Please note that while the Certificate IV in TESOL is listed as an approved course with Centrelink, you should enquire directly with the Department of Human Services about your own personal eligibility for Centrelink support payments and amounts.
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Quality TESOL Course
​at an afforable price.

​Our course fees are all inclusive - with no hidden costs: 
 includes all practical placement fees, trainer support, 24/7 access to online learning platform + TESOL Made Practical For All Situations ebook (ISBN: 978-0-9871861-1-9)
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Certificate IV in TESOL
QUICK OVERVIEW
✓ Australian Government Accredited Course (Code: 10695NAT) + meets international standards
✓ 580 - 650 hour TESOL Course (depending on elective choice)
✓ Practical placement (12hrs)
​✓ Develops English teaching skills
​✓ ​Option to upgrade to Diploma after completion
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Diploma of TESOL
QUICK OVERVIEW
✓ Australian Government Accredited Course (Code: 10688NAT) + meets international standards
✓ 1300 hour TESOL Course
✓ Practical placement (20hrs)
​✓ Develops English teaching skills
✓ ESL Program design and program coordination skills
​✓ Partial credit towards some university level degrees
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International TESOL Cert
​QUICK OVERVIEW
✓ Developed by industry professionals to meet international standards
✓ 200 hour TESOL Course
✓ Practical placement (9hrs)
✓ Develops English teaching skills
​✓ ​Option to upgrade to accredited Course after completion
Full Course Details +

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Language Training Institute is a Division of Universal Education and Training Ltd. Australian Registered Training Organisation (RTO No. 30173).
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.
  • "International Certificate" it is referring to the non-accredited specialised International TESOL Certificate training course developed by Language Training Institute. 
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  • TESOL Courses
    • Course Levels >
      • Diploma
      • Certificate IV
      • International Certificate
      • Graduate Certificate
      • Dual TESOL Qualification
    • Course Comparison
    • Entry Requirements
    • Course Outcomes
    • Timeframes & Assessment
    • Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
    • Practical Placement
    • Testimonials
    • 5 most popular questions ​about TESOL
  • Who are we?
  • Enrol
  • Online Courses
  • Pricing
  • Locations
    • Worldwide - Online
    • Adelaide, SA
    • Brisbane, QLD
    • Melbourne, VIC
    • Perth, WA
    • Sunshine Coast, QLD
    • Sydney, NSW
    • Toowoomba, QLD
    • India
    • Iran
    • 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
    • How to prepare for an interview
    • English Proficiency Tests
    • Teaching English to Young Children
    • 8 tips for studying from home
  • Contact Us
  • Online Learning Tour