Teaching English as a Second Language University of the Fraser Valley

About this Program

Level: Certificate - Teaching English as a Second Language

Discpline: Teacher Education and Professional Development

Length: 2 semesters

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Application Fee: $150.00
Tuition Fee: $18,900.00

Abbotsford Campus

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Program Description

Add a UFV Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL) certificate to your bachelor's degree to learn how to teach English to non-native speakers and take advantage of exciting teaching opportunities both at home and abroad. All UFV TESL courses are offered online, so you can take classes even if you are working or finishing your degree. You can complete the Teaching English as a Second Language courses in two semesters. Four classroom sessions per semester — scheduled in early evenings and Saturdays and available through video conferencing for distance students — allow time for teaching practice and face-to-face interaction with experienced faculty who can provide actionable feedback.

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Study and Work in Canada

Full-time undergraduate and post-graduate international students can work anywhere on or off campus without a work permit. The rules around the number of hours a student will be allowed to work may vary based on the country the student chooses to study in. International students are typically able to work up to 20 hours a week.