Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)WHAT CAREER OPTIONS ARE THERE AFTER DOING A TESOL COURSE?
The course is specifically designed to train you to be employment ready as an English Language Teacher. Your career path in teaching English is likely to be as unique and fabulous as you are. The types of English teaching positions open to you will depend on several factors, including:
These elements come together to craft your unique employment opportunities after completing a TESOL Course. It's like a choose-your-own-adventure book, but with more lesson plans. Since the world of English teaching is widely diverse, we encourage you to research the requirements for the countries and jobs that interest you. Conducting a job search is the best way to discover your options. So go on, your dream job awaits! Can I do the Course 100% Online?
Yes! We even have online practical placements options available via video conferencing, with English learners based in India (adult learners) or Thailand (primary, high school or university level options). Generally these sessions take place in the early evening due to the time-zones. Alternatively, you can also choose to complete your placement in person. We may be able to connect you with a host organisation from our network or you may choose to contact a local organisation (minimum requirements apply for placement). Can I Do my Prac Overseas OR AT MY WORK?
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:
HOW LONG DO I HAVE TO COMPLETE?
You can either be enrolled as a full-time student or a part-time student. The time you have to finish will depend on which level TESOL Course you are completing:
More information about how the course timeframes work is available on the timeframes & assessment page. Centrelink recipients: If you intend on receiveing Centrelink support payments while enrolled in the Cert IV, then you may need to be enrolled as a full-time student. Speak to Centrelink regarding your personal situation and eligibility requirements. WHICH TESOL COURSE LEVEL IS BEST FOR ME?
Before deciding which level is best for you, it is a good idea to consider what you ideally want to do once you finish your course, as this will affect which course is the right fit. A quick 1 minute read overview is below. International TESOL Certificate is for those wanting entry level English teaching skills with 9 hours of placement, and don't require a government accredited qualification. We can offer this training program for a very low price because it doesn't have the costs associated with accredited training, but it still provides the foundational, essential skills needed to teach English. Certificate IV in English Language Teaching (TESOL) is an Australian Accredited qualification (Course code 11021NAT) and is for those wanting general English teaching skills. It includes one elective unit and 12 hours of practical placement. It is one of the most popular qualifications globally and provides a solid base for someone wanting to teach English in a variety of situations. Diploma of English Language Teaching (TESOL) is close to the Cert IV in terms of popularity, but it covers a lot more. It's for those wanting English teaching skills PLUS program design and coordination skills. It's also an Australian Accredited qualification (Course code 11020NAT) and includes 20 hours of practical placement. It's the qualification that people choose when they want to maximise their employment opportunities and responsibilities (e.g. be employed in a role requiring English program design). It's a big qualification to take on, but you will also get a lot out of it. Graduate Certificate in English Language Teaching (TESOL) is for people who are wanting to further their career by completing a post graduate qualification. It is open to those who have already completed a degree or have significant industry experience in combination with a lower level qualification. It includes 60 hours of practical placement, taking place over at least 22 days to meet AMEP practical placement requirements. HOW MUCH DOES THE COURSE COST?
IS THE COURSE GOVERNMENT FUNDED?
If you are living in Victoria, then please contact us for recommendations of government funded options. The Certificate IV in TESOL is registered for Centrelink support payments such as Austudy and the Pensioner Education Supplement. We have payment plan options 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. HOW DOES FLEXIBLE LEARNING WORK?
Our online TESOL Courses are a self-paced option for people who need the flexibility to fit study in around work or life commitments. You can choose when to do your course work, as these courses don't have set study days or times that you must attend. To help you get through the TESOL Course, you'll have:
If you're still not sure about how you could fit study into your life, you might find our "8 Tips for studying from home" blog post useful. Why study with LTi?
Choosing WHAT to study is a big decision and choosing WHO to study with is just as important. We were the first organisation to have a TESOL Course accredited by the Australian Government in 1996. Over the years we've seen many TESOL providers come and go, but we are here to stay. Our long history means you can count on us to continue to support you through studies. We are extremely proud that other training providers use our courses and resources to train their students too. We collaborate with our strong network of global providers to help us stay on the cutting edge of teaching techniques worldwide and keep in touch with shifts in the English teaching industry. We're not in it for the money though, in fact, we're a not for profit organisation. Your student fees go back into developing better courses and resources and employing incredible Trainers. We're also involved in providing humanitarian educational opportunities to those in disadvantaged situations. We truly believe that teaching English to speakers of other languages can open a world of opportunity for both our graduates and the students that they go on to teach. If you're ready to choose a meaningful and truly rewarding pathway that can make a difference in other people's lives, then we encourage you to pursue a join us in our passion for teaching English! CAN I COMPLETE THE COURSE QUICKLY?
Yes, you can work through the course at your own pace. It comes down to how quickly you work through the course assessment and complete it to a satisfactory standard. The time it takes to complete depends on:
To help you along the way, there are pre-recorded training videos available 24 / 7, along with textbook content and additional learning resources. You also get allocated a distance Trainer who you can contact for support via phone, email or schedule a video call. The assessment is competency-based. This means that you will be graded as 'competent' (C) or 'not yet competent' (NYC). The pace at which you work through the course content and assessment is up to you. You need to be assessed as competent in all of the assessment tasks (including practical placement) in order to be awarded your qualification. You will be given opportunities to resubmit your assessment if it is not to a satisfactory standard. Your Trainer will also provide you with specific feedback on the areas that you need to improve. What ASSESSMENT IS THERE?
The types of assessment in the course includes:
Note: you must complete practical placement in an authentic English language learning environment. If you have experience teaching English, then you may qualify for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). The assessment is competency-based. This means that you will be graded as 'competent' (C) or 'not yet competent' (NYC). You need to be assessed as competent in all of the assessment tasks (including practical placement) in order to be awarded your qualification. You will be given opportunities to resubmit your assessment if it is not to a satisfactory standard. Your Trainer will also provide you with specific feedback on the areas that you need to improve. can i enrol while I'M IN AUSTRALIA ON A STUDENT VISA?
We can offer the TESOL courses to international students located off-shore, including those attending our classes in countries outside of Australia. However, we are unable to accept enrolments for students currently in Australia on a student visa. This is due to legislative restrictions on government accredited courses. Students here on visas can only be enrolled in a course with CRICOS registration (even if they already are enrolled in another primary course for their visa). Below list of training providers who hold CRICOS registration and are licensed to deliver our courses, and may be able to facilitate your enrolment in an Australian Government accredited TESOL course:
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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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