ACE TESOL
Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
- An affordable English language teaching credential
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Learn through pair work, small group work, teaching demonstrations and discussions
- A strong focus on practical teaching skills to help you increase your self-confidence as a teacher
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Experienced, energetic and qualified trainers
Program Overview
The ACE TESOL Certificate course is specifically designed to provide participants with the tools, strategies, skills and knowledge to be successful teaching adults in English language programs either in Canada or abroad. With a strong focus on practical teaching skills combined with the most current teaching theory and methodologies, graduates will have a competitive edge in today’s job market.
Admission Requirements
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English Proficiency
If you are not a native English speaker, you must fulfill the requirements and also provide proof of English proficiency. Minimum required scores are as follows:
• IELTS Academic: 7.0 overall with no band under 7
• TOEFL iBT: 101 overall with minimum scores of 23 in listening, 24 in reading, 27 in speaking, and 27 in writing -
Academic Requirements
1. Have a level of education that would allow for entry into Canada’s higher education system;
2. Have a degree from a Canadian university or an established equivalent from your own country if you wish to be eligible for TESL Canada Professional Certification;
3. Have a genuine interest in and display suitability for teaching English;
4. Commit to 90% attendance; and
5. Successfully complete the application process.
What you need to know
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Fees
Tuition Fee: $2000; Application Fee: $100 non-refundable -
Start Dates
2023 course dates: September 11 - October 6
2024 course dates: January 15 - February 9, May 6 - May 31, September 17 - October 13 -
Length
4 weeks 100 classroom hours + 10 or 20-hour practicum -
Class Schedule
Time: 8:45am - 3:30pm, Monday to Friday -
Campus
Halifax
View the complete list of the language requirements here
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English Lang Proficiency Tests |
Score – Program Trainees |
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TOEFL iBT |
Overall 101 with a minimum of 23 in Listening, 24 in Reading, 27 in Speaking and 27 in Writing |
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IELTS Academic |
Overall 7 with a minimum of 7 in each skill area |
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*IELTS Indicator will be accepted as a valid proof of English Language Proficiency until F2F testing centres reopen |
Overall 7 with a minimum of 7 in each skill area |
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Or completion of an undergraduate degree from an English-speaking university in one of the following countries: Canada, Anguilla, Antigua and Barbuda, Australia, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Benin, Bermuda, Botswana, British Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands, Cameroon, Dominica, Ghana, Grenada, Guyana, Jamaica, Montserrat, Nigeria, New Zealand, Republic of Ireland, Saint Kitts-Nevis, St. Lucia, St.Vincent, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, South Africa, Trinidad and Tobago, Turks and Caicos Islands, United Kingdom, United States, Uganda, US Virgin Islands, Zambia, Zimbabwe. |
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You can enroll in the ACE TESOL certificate without demonstrating the above English language proficiency; however, you will not be eligible to apply for TESL Canada Standard One Certification. No allowances will be made in the course requirements for trainees who do not provide proof of language proficiency.
Practicum
Practicums are conducted in real adult English language classes. There are two practicum options: a 20-hour practicum and a 10-hour practicum. Students who complete the ACE TESOL Certificate with a 20-hour practicum are eligible to apply for TESL Canada Professional Certification One.
Areas of focus
The ACE TESOL course is recognized by TESL Canada for Standard One Professional Certification giving participants the qualification to teach English in Canada or abroad. The course consists of 100 instructional hours and either a 20-hour practicum option (TESL Canada recognized) or a 10-hour practicum option (not recognized by TESL Canada).
Classroom Management & Language Assessment
Teaching Listening, Speaking, Reading & Writing
Teaching Phonology, Vocabulary, Grammar & Discourse
Learning Theory, Lesson Planning & Career Management
Upon successful completion you will be able to:
Design and implement activities for teaching speaking, writing, listening, and reading
Design and implement activities for teaching grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation
Plan and deliver lessons following a variety of lesson patterns
Use classroom management techniques to effectively run your classes
Differentiate the different types of standardized language proficiency tests
Create a personal career and professional development plan
Application
You will need to complete an application form and an interview. The interview can be conducted in person or online and is an opportunity for the course tutors to provide you with information about the course, to explain how best to prepare, and to answer any questions you might have. Please email Katie for enquires and registration:
acetesol@oxfordinternational.com
