Trinity Diploma in TESOL
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What is the Trinity College Licentiate Diploma in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages?
It is an advanced qualification for English Language teachers with at least two years experience after taking the Trinity College Certificate in TESOL or the CELTA or other equivalent qualification in English Language teaching.
What is Trinity College, London and why is its validation important?
Trinity College, London is an examination board in London which has offered examinations in communicative and performing arts since 1877. It has been offering examinations in India for more than 125 years. It is one of the most highly respected examination boards in the world and is famous for its high standards.
Why is it useful to hold this qualification?
It is accepted all over the world as evidence of advanced knowledge and skills in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages. It is recognised as a Level 7 qualification by the Office of Qualifications in the UK. This is the level of qualification for post graduate courses in the UK. This course is also recognised for credits towards a Masters degree in English Language Teaching and CILA has already arranged for successful candidates to be offered the chance to join the second year of the Sheffield Hallam Masters in TESOL by distance learning.
It is valued by employers looking for senior staff and is highly desirable for those who wish to pursue careers as moderators or examiners for international English tests. It is accepted all over the world by employers, including the British Council.
What does the course involve?
The course involves:
- A six month online course involving numerous tasks such as posting comments on important issues in English language teaching, reading papers and book extracts, completing quizzes and writing essays.
- A 3 week face to face course in which your teaching skills are assessed in 5 lessons taught by you. You take a 30 minute oral exam in phonology and you prepare for a written exam on grammar, teaching skills and professional development.
- Three projects need to be completed: an Observation Instrument project, a Developmental project and a research project.
How long does the course take?
You are allowed up to 3 years to complete all the components although tutor support will not be available after that unless you pay an extra fee.
Cochin International Language Academy (CILA) is an international institution for English Language Training and Teacher Training. We create international opportunities for English Language teachers in Non-English Speaking regions such as Western Europe, Central / Eastern Europe, Asia, Latin America, Middle East / North Africa and Sub-Saharan Africa. We also provide English Language training to students who wish to study or work abroad particularly in an English speaking country.
The School is managed by native English speakers from the UK and Canada with multiple years of experience in teaching English. We provide variety of courses such as the Trinity Cert. TESOL for English Teachers to become a qualified English teacher to speakers of other languages and IELTS for those who wish to work or study abroad.
Our teachers are well qualified and trained to teach English using the modern methods. Students enjoy learning English in our centre. Two of our teachers are former IELTS examiners and have worked in countries around the world such as the UK, Canada and in the Middle East. So you can be confident that your learning is 100% correct. So, CILA becomes your first choice to learn and teach the English Language. ...
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