20 Hour Classroom TESOL Course

Get an introduction to the TESOL essentials and the skills you need to run your first English class with this entry-level TESOL certificate. The course will be run by one of our experienced and energetic tutors, and gives you the chance to get a TESOL certificate in just two days. It’s a great choice if you’re looking to improve your CV or get a taste of teaching English. Check Availability

Looking for a TEFL Course?

TEFL (teaching English as a foreign language) and TESOL (teaching English to speakers of other languages) refer to exactly the same thing – teaching English! So if you’re looking for a TEFL course, you’re in the right place – our TESOL courses will qualify you to teach English as a foreign language and are recognised by TEFL employers around the world.

Opportunities to Upgrade

As with all our TESOL courses, if you decide you need more TESOL training and a higher level of TESOL certification in the future, you can upgrade to any of our combined TESOL courses or sign-up for the Teaching Practice Workshop at any time by calling us on 1300 88 42 70.

What’s included in the 20 Hour Classroom TESOL Course?

What’s Covered in the Classroom TESOL Course?

Over the two days you’ll gain an introduction to all the key areas of teaching English to speakers of other languages (TESOL). By the end of the weekend, you’ll be able to plan and deliver your first TESOL lesson.

Over the two days you’ll gain an introduction to the key areas of teaching English. By the end of the weekend you’ll be able to plan and deliver your first English lesson and have the confidence to find TESOL jobs overseas. The TESOL certificate that you’ll receive after you complete the course is recognised by schools and language institutes worldwide.

Saturday 9am - 8pm

Introduction and ice-breakers
Classroom management
An introduction to grammar
A foreign language lesson: see what it's like on the other side
Elicitation techniques
Using the blackboard
Functions: what we do with language
Level checks: ensuring students get the right training for them
Practice activities: guiding students in language use
Free practice activity: letting students communicate
Teaching practice preparation
First teaching practice and feedback

Sunday 9am - 6pm

Drama and role play
Pronunciation and Intonation
Reading and Listening: teaching comprehension skills
Grammar: tenses and time
Error correction: getting the most out of your students
Final teaching practice preparation
Final teaching practice and feedback
Employment in TESOL: career options