Teacher Training Courses

Currently BSGS College offers 3 Teaching courses which lead to recognised British qualifications:

• PTLLS (Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector)
• CTLLS (Certificate to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector)
• DTLLS (Diploma in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector)

Our teachers are well-trained, professional, qualified and experienced native teachers who educate with dynamism, charisma and genuine enthusiasm and our prices are the most competitive in London.

PTLLS:

CTLLS (PGCET):

DTLLS (PGDE):

TEFL / TESOL:

BSGS College is working in close partnership with one of the world's most prominent and fastest growing providers of English Language Teacher Training programmes and Volunteer Placements - TEFL International

With TEFL International we can give you the opportunity to gain an internationally recognised English teaching qualification whilst basking in the paradise of your choice, from Egypt to England, Spain, Vietnam or Costa Rica to Ireland, Italy, France, Thailand, Korea or China !
 
TESOL means Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages and a TESOL / TEFL certificate is the major qualification required by learning institutions to teach English overseas or in the UK.

The demand for English language teaching is huge and once you qualify the world really is your classroom! You don't need previous teaching experience or specialist qualifications to join our courses, just fluency in English.

Our courses are designed to meet your needs, regardless of where you are in your English teaching career. Our Virtual Tefl is ideal if you need to study whilst working - you study in a virtual classroom and then do a practicum at on of our selected locations. We also have some programmes such as our PELT Cert. TESOL - learn and earn at the same time!

Perhaps you are already sure that English teaching is for you. If so then our month-long TESOL Certificate available at centres worldwide will give you the best possible start to look for work as soon as you qualify. With an internationally recognised qualification you will be able to find work where you want.

TESOL Certificate

The TEFL International 4-week TESOL Certificate programme is the industry-standard entry level qualification needed to start your teaching career. The course is highly practical and places emphasis on the real skills and knowledge needed by classroom teachers.

Key Features:

• 4-week / 120 hour intensive TESOL Certificate course
• Minimum of 6 hours of observed teaching practice
• Internationally recognised qualification
• Meets or exceeds international standards
• Emphasis on practicality
• Teaching practice with groups and individual students
• Experienced trainers
• Comprehensive course materials
• Ongoing support and career guidance
• 27 locations world wide with courses every month

Course Content

TEFL International trainers adapt their training to the needs of individual trainees so each course will have a slightly different structure. During the course, you will be guided through the process of planning, preparation, delivery and reflection of a lesson and be given feedback on your performance at each stage.


The TESOL Certificate is divided into 5 key areas:

1. Teaching Practice

Central to effective teacher training is classroom teaching practice and this is why online and distance courses are not accepted by many schools. During your course you will teach real students and see your teaching skills put into practice.

2. Language Awareness

It is quite normal to be concerned about your knowledge of grammar before you start the course. We don't expect you to be an expert! The Language Awareness module will help you understand how the English language is structured and used.

The Language Awareness module covers 2 key areas:

• Grammar: in the grammar section you will learn about word classes, simple sentence elements, complex sentences and clauses, verb time and tense, aspect, conditional and modals among others.
• Phonology: in the phonology section you will learn about phonemics, word stress and intonation, rhythm and connected speech among others.

3. Teaching Techniques

This module introduces you to the techniques and methodologies of teaching English. As well as giving you the confidence to stand up in front of a class it will equip you with useful tips and skills that will help you teach with confidence.

The Teaching Techniques module covers topics such as:

• Modern approaches to language learning
• Effective lesson planning
• Classroom management skills
• Establishing & developing rapport
• Maintaining classroom discipline
• Creating & using materials
• Managing equipment & teaching aids
• Learner evaluation & testing
• Feedback & correction techniques
• Teaching receptive skills - reading & listening
• Teaching productive skills - speaking & writing
• Teaching beginners
• Teaching individuals
• Teaching Business English
• Teaching Young Learners
• Games & activities
• Songs & chants
• Teaching grammar & vocabulary

4. Foreign Language Acquisition

The FLA module introduces you to an unknown foreign language. Being put in the position of a language learner will help you appreciate the learning processes that your future students will go through and help you reflect on how this might influence your teaching.

5. Student Profile

This module encourages you to think about the language needs of an individual student. To develop your rapport-building skills, as well as your error analysis and correction techniques, you will work closely with a student to assess their receptive and reproductive skills.

Prices / Start Dates:

Please call the office for information on prices, times and dates.