Please note: Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this program will not be offered in fall 2020.
Access to Seneca's campuses is limited due to the COVID-19 pandemic. There is a stay-at-home order in effect for Toronto and Peel Region. Seneca's on-campus activities for winter 2021 will continue as scheduled.
Information about critical dates and program delivery for the Summer 2021 term is now available.
TESL 1 (ELI317)
Starts in January, September
Campus
Duration
2 MonthsCredential Awarded
Seneca College CertificateSchool
English Language InstituteAbout the Program
TESL 1 will provide you with the foundational knowledge and skills to develop and deliver communicative approach-based lessons that demonstrate an understanding of the basic principles and techniques of teaching second/foreign language to adults.
You will receive 120 hours of TESL instruction, 14 hours of guided online independent study, 25 hours of guided classroom observation and 10 hours of supervised practice teaching. Successful completion of TESL 1 will entitle you to a Certificate in Teaching English as a Second Language-TESL 1, and eligibility to apply for TESL Canada Standard 1 accreditation and TESL Ontario CTESOL Accreditation.