• Acquire essential subject knowledge about the English language.
• Develop a range of practical skills for teaching English to adult learners.
• Know how to lead a communicative, student-centered class.
• Feel prepared to teach using a variety of materials and techniques.

• At least 6 hours of observation of classes taught by experienced professionals
• Six hours of practice teaching with real language learners from the local community
• Trainers who guide you through every step of the way including observing your peer teaching and practice teaching
• Instruction and practice in teaching the four basic language skills (reading, writing, speaking, and listening) and subskills (vocabulary, pronunciation, and grammar)
• An introduction to classroom management, including such issues as error correction and giving instructions
• A strong foundation in language awareness and language analysis
• Instruction and practice in lesson planning
• An introduction to the roles of the teacher and the learner, as well as planning and resources for different teaching contexts
• How to use multi-media such as songs and videos in the classroom
• An introduction to culture and culture shock in the ESL/EFL classroom
• Professional development guidance and assistance finding employment in the field.

• Teaching practice and lesson planning
• Written assignments

• Be at least 18 years of age (20 is recommended).
• Have a standard of education equivalent of that required for entry into higher education.
• Pass a pre-course language evaluation task and a 60-minute interview.
• Have an awareness of language and a competence in both written and spoken English that will enable them to undertake the course and prepare for teaching a range of levels.
• Have the potential to develop the necessary skills to become effective teachers and to complete the written assignments and practice teaching sessions.