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What is TEFL certificate?

The TEFL certificates provide in-depth study and training in best practices and methodology for teaching EFL students, which involves (a) teaching English to non-immigrants in a multilingual classroom, and (b) teaching English in an overseas monolingual classroom. The major goals are to provide training which results in highly advanced knowledge and skills in explaining the English language -- its use both by native speakers and as a lingua franca - and to provide training which provides and increases skills in facilitating student's acquisition of English as a foreign language.

Why do employers prefer not to speak the native language?

In fact, employers often prefer that teachers not speak the native language so that the students will have greater exposure to spoken English, and so that the students must use English rather than their native language to communicate with their teacher.

Is UC San Diego accredited?

UC San Diego is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). UC San Diego Extension—like all other UC San Diego schools, colleges, and departments—is accredited by WASC through the University. For more information on accreditation click here.

How much is the TEFL discount at UC San Diego?

If you transfer directly from a 8-week UC San Diego English Language Institute ESL program or UC San Diego English Institute TEFL program, you will get a $250 US D discount on your tuition for the TEFL Proficiency program.

Is there a deadline for TEFL?

There are no final application deadlines to apply for this program, but all programs close when they are full. Applications are reviewed on a first-come, first-serve basis until all seats available are taken by the most qualified applicants.#N#All enrolled students are required to complete an online pre-arrival orientation before starting the TEFL Proficiency Program.

How long does it take to get a TEFL certificate at UC San Diego?

Take 3 months of full-time TEFL classes at UC San Diego during the winter or summer quarters and complete the rest of the certificate online from your home country, according to your schedule.

What is TEFL certificate?

classrooms, enroll in the Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) Professional Certificate program.

Who Should Take This Program?

• The Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) Proficiency program is a 15-unit program that is designed to provide a strong foundation in TEFL and build confidence, skills, and knowledge to become a prepared language instructor. This program is just one quarter long, which is 3 months or 10 weeks of study. You will have a combination of require...

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Who Should Take This Program?

The TEFL Professional Certificate Can Be Completed in Two Ways

• 1. TEFL Professional Certificate:
  Take 6 months of full-time TEFL classes at UC San Diego. The2022 TEFL Professional Certificate dates: 1. January 4 - June 10- CLOSED 2. March 29 - September 16 3. July 5 - December 9 (July 4 is a holiday) 4. October 4 - March 17, 2023
• 2. TEFL Professional Certificate (Hybrid):
  Take 3 months of full-time in-person TEFL classes at UC San Diego during the winter or summer quarters. Complete the remaining classes (4) online from your home country, according to your schedule. Online classes can be taken before or after you begin your in-person classes. On-cam…

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