Learn more about the academic programs we are delivering in Summer 2025. If you have any questions about part-time studies, please contact us.
The TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) is a part-time program that prepares individuals to teach English language skills to adult learners. It is designed for both experienced and novice teachers.
A TEFL Certificate of Completion is designed for people who plan to teach English to non-native learners of English outside Canada.
An enterprising individual might complete the TEFL Certificate of Completion in as little as two semesters.
Have questions about Seneca's part-time Teaching English as a Second or Foreign Language programs?
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Graduates of the TEFL Certificate of Completion will gain the knowledge necessary to teach English as a Foreign Language (EFL) in programs offered overseas. However, different countries have different minimum standards of teacher education. For example, many schools in foreign countries require English teachers to have a university degree. Therefore, it is highly recommended that prospective TEFL students investigate the specific educational requirements of the foreign schools they are interested in working for. Prospective students may find additional information about career prospects teaching English abroad at http://www.eslcafe.com
English Assessment. The prerequisites for entry into the TEFL program are ESL089 and ESL934. Please see English Assessment for registration details.
Once you have completed your English Assessment, forward a copy of your results to Jennifer Stemerdink (Jennifer.Stemerdink@senecapolytechnic.ca). Students who meet the entry requirements will then be emailed a formal acceptance letter.
It is your responsibility to ensure that program requirements and course prerequisites as outlined are met. Prerequisites are included for your academic protection. Knowledge of the prerequisite material is assumed by your instructor and instruction will proceed accordingly. Students lacking prerequisites not only jeopardize their own ability to succeed but present unnecessary interruption. If you lack appropriate prerequisites (or Transfer Credit for the prerequisite course) you may be asked to withdraw or transfer to a more appropriate course with the risk of academic/financial penalty.
Part-time Studies courses are being offered in either of the following four formats: Online, Flexible, In-person, Hybrid. Click Availability below to see current offerings.
Program admission to TESL or TEFL
This course presents students with an overview of the foundations in syntax, morphology, phonetics/phonology etcetera and the applications of such to the adult ESL learner.
The methodology of second language teaching is crucial to the success of the adult learner. The methodology of teaching ESL students in different skills areas such as conversation, listening, reading and writing is discussed.
Acquiring skills in the evaluation of students' work is critical to becoming a successful teacher. This course teaches students the principles and tools of ESL assessment and gives students practical guidance on using and developing tasks in different language settings such as EAP and settlement-oriented ESL (PBLA).
The TEFL Certificate of Completion provides specialized knowledge and skills in the following areas: Methodology, Linguistics, Phonetics/Phonology, Culture and Society, Evaluation, Pedagogical Grammar and Second Language Acquisition.
Upon successful completion of the program requirements, please submit a Request for Certificate of Completion Form to the Faculty of Continuing Education and Training. There is no cost for this and your Certificate of Completion will be sent to you electronically.
Jennifer Stemerdink
Program Assistant
Jennifer.Stemerdink@senecapolytechnic.ca
416-764-0982
Rosemare Mariaseelan
Academic Program Manager
Rosemare.Mariaseelan@senecapolytechnic.ca
416-764-9890
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