Teaching English to Speakers of other Languages (TESOL)

Internationalize your career
Work with diverse students in small class sizes.
Let the world be your classroom
Teach reading, writing, listening and speaking
Be certified in four months
Gain both theoretical and practical knowledge
Certified English language teachers are in demand
Teach in classrooms in your community and around the world
Make connections that will last a lifetime
What are you waiting for?

The TESOL program is currently undergoing a review and applications are no longer being accepted for September 2021.

Do you want to teach English as a second or foreign language domestically or internationally? Get ready for an adventure of a lifetime with Selkirk College’s TESOL program.

Classes are offered in one intensive four-month semester of study. You will gain both theoretical and practical knowledge in teaching language, the skills and strategies. Upon completion of our program, you are eligible for TESL Canada Professional Certification.

Open up to a World of Possibilities

Got a degree or diploma? Not sure what’s next? Our certification allows you to build out your resume with valuable international experience. Are you ready for a new experience? TESOL can take you around the world.

Or help you make a difference right at home...

Increase your cross cultural knowledge and develop an understanding of international communities. Be part of an international team:

Working with refugees
Working with literacy challenges
Working with children of newcomers to Canada
Working with adults newcomers to Canada who are not in school
Working with Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada programs
Working teaching English online

The TESOL Program

The program includes course work in the areas of second language acquisition theory and linguistics, curriculum design, materials development, intercultural communication, grammar, phonology, classroom management, multi-media resources and assessment.

In addition to the 18 hours a week of class time, students observe and teach in one of Selkirk College’s multicultural ESL classes on the same campus. TESOL students also have the opportunity to participate in language partnerships with ESL students and gain work experience as ESL tutors.

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Program At-A-Glance

Length of Study:

4-Month

Accreditation:

Advanced Diploma

Campus:

Castlegar

What People are Saying

The TESOL program's small class sizes and thoroughly guided practicum offer the chance to truly personalize your learning.

Emmalee Valls - 2019 TESOL Grad

Selkirk College’s study abroad opportunities aren’t just an opportunity to study, they’re an opportunity to live your dreams.

Casandra Virtue, TESOL Graduate and Study Abroad Adventurer

I came into this job confident and capable thanks to the experiences Selkirk gave me. TESOL is a wonderful program – what are you waiting for!?!?

Sam Raithby, TESOL Advanced Diploma grad 2014

"My Selkirk experience went way beyond my expectations and opened new windows and doors to further my language teaching career. It actually gave a whole new spin to my life!"

Catherine Jean TESOL grad 2014

If you have a passion for international development, travel and authentic engagement with international students, I highly recommend enrolling in the TESOL program to show you the world of opportunity that awaits you.

Emily Kandborg, TESOL alumna 2013

I still often think of the TESOL Program at Selkirk College and what it has done for me, my teaching career and my ability to pursue my passion for travel. I highly recommend it to anyone who's interested in doing the same.

Sarah Howard, TESOL gradate

If you want a friendly and diverse school experience that will leave you with countless domestic and international opportunities, along with some of the highest accreditation in the field, then Selkirk’s TESOL program is right for you!

Alex Mayr, 2019 TESOL grad

The TESOL program was an incredibly comprehensive and rewarding experience. I could not recommend it enough for anyone who would like to enter the teaching profession or spend a few years working outside of Canada. I am so happy to have been a part of this program.

Ryan Sesto, TESOL Alumni 2017

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Work with diverse students in small class sizes.

Teach reading, writing, listening and speaking

Gain both theoretical and practical knowledge

Teach in classrooms in your community and around the world

What are you waiting for?

Selkirk International

Program Contact

Shana Rablah

Kirsten Gear