Overview
 UC Irvine Extension’s Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL) Certificate provides you with the most up-to-date knowledge and practical skills you’ll need to be an effective ESL teacher. Created and taught by experts in the field, the UC Irvine Extension TESL program has an excellent reputation worldwide and will open the door for you to teach in a variety of settings.
Where can I teach with a TESL Certificate?
TESL Certificate holders have found teaching opportunities with intensive English language programs, adult schools, community colleges, private ESL schools, corporations, and overseas English schools. Many employers require only a TESL Certificate and a bachelor’s degree.
Will the TESL Certificate qualify me to teach in the K-12 public schools?
In most cases, a teaching credential issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CCTC) is required by the K-12 public schools. For more information, contact www.ctc.ca.gov.
How long is the program?
The TESL Certificate consists of 26 units (19 required units and 7 elective units). By taking one or two courses a quarter, many students complete the certificate in 12-15 months. Students are encouraged to complete the certificate within 5 years.
How much does it cost?
Fees range from $200-$475 per course. Depending on which electives you choose, the cost of entire TESL Certificate is approximately $3,700. There is also a $125 certificate application fee.
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What are the special requirements for non-native English speakers?
Non-native English speakers must submit a minimum TOEFL score of 600 (250 for the computer-based test or 100 for the Internet-based test) to UCI Extension Education Programs, PO Box 6050, Irvine, CA 92616-6050.
What are the requirements for the TESL Certificate?
A certificate is awarded upon completion of 26 units (19 required units and 7 elective units) with a “C” or better, and a completed application for candidacy. Non-certificate students may enroll in any individual courses.
Advisory Committee
- Lesley Clear, UC Irvine Extension
- Harriet Kelly, Orange USD (retired)
- Alva Lefevre, Capistrano USD (retired)
- Susanna Levitt, ABC Adult School
- Nancy Marcus, Centralia School District
- Diane Shimoda, Anaheim City SD (retired)
- Seiya Tafoya, UC Irvine Extension
- Safineh Tahmassebi, UC Irvine Extension
- Janet Waters, Tustin USD (retired)
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