TESOL E-Learning

What is TESOL?

The ability to speak English and the ability to teach it clearly are not the same thing.

Designing lessons around each learner's age, English level and goals — and teaching while checking their understanding — requires specialised knowledge of language acquisition theory, teaching methodology and assessment.

TESOL teaches you, in a systematic way, the theory and practical teaching skills for teaching English to speakers of other languages.

It is a programme for mastering English teaching methods used around the world and becoming an English education professional.

The teaching skills you gain with TESOL

TESOL is not just about expanding your knowledge of English — you learn to build lessons that help learners understand English and actually use it.

Teaching methods matched to each learner's level and goals
Creating effective lesson plans
Lesson design that develops all four English skills
Assessment methods that verify learning outcomes
Using technology in English education
Practical teaching ability through practice teaching
Reflecting on and improving your own lessons

Beyond theory, you develop classroom-ready teaching skills through assignments, lesson-plan writing and practice teaching.

Course Overview

13 weeks of systematic theory and practice

Duration & Hours

Duration13 weeks
Class hours10 hours per week · approx. 130 hours total

Class Schedule (Singapore Time)

Monday–Thursday19:00–21:00
Saturday9:30–11:30

Classes are held on weekday evenings and Saturdays, a schedule designed so you can study alongside work or school.

Completion Requirements

What you complete along the way

Earning the TESOL qualification takes more than attending classes — it involves a series of assignments and examinations.

Assignments & Examinations

Written assignments: 6
Lesson plans: 6
Final examination
30-minute practice teaching session

Completion Criteria

Attend at least 75% of classes
Achieve a grade of C or above on every assignment and examination
Submit all required written assignments and lesson plans
Complete the final examination and practice teaching

Through submitted assignments and practice teaching, you are assessed not only on knowledge but on your ability to actually build and deliver a lesson.

Curriculum

The TESOL curriculum

TESOL covers the full range of areas English education requires — teaching methodology, language acquisition, assessment design and educational research.

Advanced Teaching Methods

1. Advanced learning theory — Learn how learners understand and acquire knowledge, and apply it to lesson design.
2. Context-based teaching methods — Consider teaching approaches suited to learners' age, English level, cultural background and goals.
3. Using technology — Learn how to bring online materials and digital tools effectively into English teaching.

Theory & Analysis

4. Deep study of language acquisition — Understand, in theoretical terms, the process by which a second language is acquired.
5. Applied discourse analysis — Analyse not just words and grammar, but the flow, meaning and structure of whole conversations and texts.
6. Sociolinguistic perspectives — Learn how language use changes with society, culture, social position and situation.

Assessment & Measurement

7. Assessment design — Design assessment methods that accurately measure learners' understanding and English ability.
8. Curriculum evaluation — Verify that lessons and programmes are actually leading to learning-goal achievement.
9. Quality assurance management — Learn frameworks for maintaining and continuously improving educational quality.

Practice & Application

10. Practical research methods — Learn research methods for investigating classroom issues and turning analysis into improvement.
11. Reflective teaching practice — Build the habit of reviewing your own lessons, finding issues and improving the next lesson.
12. Capstone project — Integrate the theory and methods you have learned in a research or practice project on education.

* Modules and assignment content may vary depending on the qualification level and course you enrol in.

Qualification Levels

What each qualification level represents

TESOL qualifications come at several levels, each differing in what you study and the expertise expected of you.

Level 3–4 · TESOL Foundation

Approximate study level: Upper-secondary / vocational education
Expertise: Build foundational knowledge of English teaching methodology

Level 5 · TESOL Diploma

Approximate study level: Junior college / undergraduate education
Expertise: Build practical teaching skills you can use in the classroom

Level 7 · TESOL Master Diploma

Approximate study level: Postgraduate / master's level
Expertise: Build advanced expertise in English education theory, research, assessment and teaching

The higher the qualification level, the more is expected of you — not only classroom delivery, but curriculum design, educational assessment, research and teacher development.

* Level designations and their correspondence to study levels vary by awarding body and applicable qualifications framework. For official qualification titles, levels and RQF mapping, please refer to the latest official information published by the awarding body.

Who It's For

Recommended for

Those aiming for a career teaching English

Suited to anyone pursuing work in English education — conversation-school instructor, language-school teacher or online English tutor.

Current teachers reviewing how they teach

Recommended for teachers who want lessons grounded in language acquisition theory and methodology, rather than experience and intuition alone.

University and graduate students

Suited to students who want a professional qualification and teaching skills for future careers in education, study abroad or international exchange.

Those who want teaching skills that travel

Recommended if you want a systematic English teaching methodology you can apply even as countries and learning environments change.

Those who want to turn English ability into teaching

Suited to those who want not just to speak English, but to gain the teaching ability to support learners' growth.

Track Record

Our enrolment record so far

27

Applicants to the TESOL
programme in 2025

80^%

Approximate completion
rate in 2022

Completion rates from 2023 onwards, and figures specific to Japanese students, are currently being confirmed with CEC. The latest information will be published here as soon as it is confirmed.

Information currently being confirmed:

Number of students and completion rate for 2025
Number of Japanese students
Number and completion rate of Japanese students who finished
Main age groups of students
Proportion of university students
Proportion of current teachers
Other main occupations and backgrounds

Track-record data will be published with the relevant years and counting criteria clearly stated.

Want to know more about the TESOL programme?

Turn your English into the power to support someone's growth.

Knowing English and teaching it so others understand are different things. TESOL teaches the professional skills to identify learners' challenges, set goals, design the right lessons and support their growth.
From English you can use, to English you can teach. Take your first step toward becoming an education professional with TESOL.

Detailed information is available on entry requirements, course content, fees and how to apply. Feel free to get in touch.

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How to Apply

Admission Process

Step 1

Schedule a consultation

To sign up for your free consultation, call +65 6336 0666 or Contact Us. We will get in touch with you to book a timeslot.

These consultations are free-of-charge and you have no obligation to join any courses.

Step 2

Visit our School

During the consultation, we will assess your English level and understand your goals. We will then recommend a class suitable for you, and present a few options with different schedules and pricing.

Step 3

Register for your course

If you are interested in one of the courses we have recommended, you may proceed to sign up for it.

If you are unsure or concerned at any part of the process, feel free to contact us at +65 6336 0666 or drop us an email at contact@canadian.edu.sg.