Certificate IV in English Language Teaching (TESOL)
11021NAT
Do you want to teach English overseas? TESOL is a highly transferable qualification, accepted by education providers in Australia and around the world.
Job prospects
+ English language teacher
Duration
+ Duration: 26 weeks + 6 weeks summer holiday
+ Work placement: 12 hours
Local students Yes
International students No
Is this funded?
Yes - Government funding (including JobTrainer) is available to eligible students. Please click here to see if you qualify.
How can I study?
This course is available on campus in our Melbourne CBD campus. Call us to discuss your study options.
Satisfied with training
- 85.8% Satisfied with training
- 85.8% Satisfied with training
Percentage of graduates in the Education field who were satisfied with the training (Certificate IV).
Improved work status
- 73.6% Improved work status
- 73.6% Improved work status
Percentage of graduates in the Education field who were satisfied with the training (Certificate IV).
Average weekly pay
- $1,402 weekly pay
- $1,402 weekly pay
Teachers of English to Speakers of other Languages teach classes in English to students whose first language is a language other than English.
Do you want to travel the world and teach English?
The NEAS endorsed & nationally accredited Certificate IV in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) course prepares you with the practical skills and knowledge to teach English. The Certificate IV in TESOL opens doors to a wide range of jobs both in the domestic and international English teaching markets.
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National Code: 11021NAT
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Units: 10 units (9 core & 1 elective)
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Location: This course is primarily conducted away from campus, via online virtual and self paced training. Practicums and observations are conducted Level 9, 250 Collins St Melbourne
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Delivery, assessment and course support: For government funded students, this course is delivered over 26 weeks. Training includes 6 hours per week virtual learning, and a total of 12 hours of practicums and observations. Courses scheduled over summer may include 6 weeks’ holiday. For full-fee paying students, this program consists of self-paced learning, 12 hours practicum and observations, with optional sessions with MCIE TESOL trainers.
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Work Placement: 12 practical placement hours in English language classes. Your trainer will support you to complete the compulsory practical component of the course.
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Duration: 26 weeks + 6 weeks summer holiday
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Prior experience: Applicants may apply for Credit Transfer or Recognition of Prior learning please see our website for details. Conditions apply for RPL, read more here.
Students must have access to a computer or laptop to complete the course.
With an Australian Bachelor’s degree in any field, Certificate IV TESOL graduates could gain employment at the following institutions:
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TAFE
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private English language colleges
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community and migrant centres
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universities that offer ELICOS programs
Students who hold this qualification only, could have employment opportunities…
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in private tutoring, or
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paid work overseas
MCIE advises students to contact individual institutions for information regarding the qualification requirements for their TESOL teachers.
Employment Snapshot
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Size: This is a very small occupation.
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Location: Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages work in many regions of Australia.
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Industries: Most work in the Education and Training industry.
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Earnings: Full-time workers on an adult wage earn around $1,402 per week (similar to the average of $1,460). Earnings tend to be lower when starting out and higher as experience grows.
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Full-time: Less than half work full-time (37%, less than the average of 66%), showing there are many opportunities to work part-time.
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Hours: Full-time workers spend around 41 hours per week at work (compared to the average of 44 hours).
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Age: The average age is 49 years (compared to the average of 40 years). Many workers are 45 years or older (61%).
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Gender: 76% of workers are female (compared to the average of 48%).
Funded: $500*
Full fee: $4,500
Online: $1,500 (if you organise your own practical and observation (i.e online students) or $1,950 (If you want us to manage the practical and observation).
Materials Fee: $275 (textbook)
Recognition of Prior Learning: $145 per hour
Credit Transfer: No Charge
Student loans and payment plans are available
Education/Core Skills
Students must complete a Pre-Training Review, meet the Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) skill standards for Certificate IV level study and demonstrate that they are a suitable candidate for this course. You may be also asked to undertake a pre-enrolment task to further assess your suitability for this course.
Age at Commencement
It is recommended that students have attained the age of 18 by the course commencement date.
Special Needs
MCIE welcomes people with disabilities to apply. Approval will be subject to the person being able to undertake all tasks and requirements of the course.
Regulatory
Evidence of Australian citizenship or permanent residency is required. All participants require a Unique Student Identification (USI) number. If you do not have a USI number you can apply for one online at https://www.usi.gov.au/students or you can give MCIE’s admin staff permission to apply on your behalf.
This course requires students to successfully complete 10 units in total (nine core units plus one elective unit). The course is delivered over 26 weeks, six hours face-to-face and approximately eight hours of self-paced study per week.
Core Units
| NAT11020001 | Create a culturally inclusive learning environment |
| NAT11020009 | Teach English using technology |
| NAT11020002 | Use the genre approach to teach English |
| NAT11020003 | Teach English grammar |
| NAT11020004 | Teach spelling and pronunciation |
| NAT11020005 | Teach speaking |
| NAT11020006 | Teach listening |
| NAT11020007 | Teach reading |
| NAT11020008 | Teach writing |
Elective Units
| NAT11021006 | Establish community based English classes |
This is Nationally Recognised Training,
leading to Australian Qualifications
Framework (AQF) qualification or a
Statement of Attainment.
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The reviews
Great English training
I was in Linh‘s TESOL class. I have learnt much during this class. I like the way that my teacher taught. She asked me to practice all the time before the real lesson. That helped a lot to understand. After the training, I feel more confident and fluent when I teach English. Highly recommended this organisation.
AMAZING TESOL CLASS!
I was in Andrew Waddell’s TESOL class. I have learnt much, not only from the content, but also in how he engages with the students, and the focus on giving us practical experience. The class was a great learning environment, and my classmates were super lovely. I feel equipped to teach English next year and I am very grateful. Highly recommend!!
Cert IV in TESOL
You don’t necessarily need to definitively know, where you’re headed or what the end result will be. All you need to know is that you want to start. Start and see where the journey of applying yourself takes you. Cert IV in TESOL has been enriching in many ways. I have learnt from my fellow students and am very grateful for my knowledgeable and encouraging teacher Andrew Waddell. Thank you for your patience, answering my questions and for an insightful, invaluable learning experience.
Best TESOL Training in Australia!!
I am so happy with MCIE, my course was such a good experience! I am now qualified to teach English. Highly recommend.
I LOVED studying TESOL !!
What a fun course with awesome teachers – highly recommend !!