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Trinity CertTESOL
Yes if:
You want an internationally recognized course that will allow you to work at places like the British Council or as an IELTS examiner.
You want to work in places like Australia or the EU
- You want a certificate that is comparable to CELTA (it is the only truly equivalent certificate)
You are interested in developing solid teaching skills from which to build a proper teaching career.
New course starting September 2026 (early bird discount available until August 15th
14 weeks online (video and reading focused self-study and assignments) with a
weekly 60-to-90-minute Zoom session each week.
45 hours in-person focusing on the moderated assignments from Trinity, including 6
hours of observed teaching practice.
130 hours of guided input (including one on one tutorials with a tutor) and 70 hours of self-study. Total qualification time 200 hours.
Unit 1 – Teaching Skills
Input sessions focusing on how to teach grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, listening, reading, writing, and speaking, as well as classroom management, lesson planning, and error correction.
Assessed through a Guided Observation Journal where you observe others teaching, and a Teaching Practice Journal where you teach 6 hours to real students while being observed by one of our tutors. Journals are internally assessed and externally moderated.
Unit 2 – Language Awareness
Input sessions and self study to develop greater insight into English, including terminology to describe and understand verb phrases, noun phrases, lexical chunks, phonological awareness. Assessed through an internal exam and lesson planning
Unit 3 – Learner Profile
An in-depth analysis of a learner’s needs and characteristics, followed by a one on one lesson and suggestions for future study.
Internally assessed and externally moderated.
Unit 4 – Materials Assignment
Input sessions on how to select, use, adapt and create materials.
An assignment in which you design materials and teach it to a group of learners, and then a discussion on the process and rationale.
Externally assessed on moderation day through a written assignment and interview
Unit 5 – Unknown Language
4 hours of learning an unknown language followed by reflections on the lessons and an analysis of the difference between the foreign language and English.
Internally assessed and externally moderated.
Trinity Certificate for Practicing Teachers(CertPT)
Yes if:
- You already have an initial qualification (Trinity CertTESOL/CELTA, TESOL for TESOL Professionals or equivalent) or
a significant amount of experience. - You want an internationally recognised qualification for teaching one of the
specialisations; pre-primary (kindergarten), young learners, IELTS, Business English,
or Teacher training. - You want feedback from experienced and certified tutors to increase your practice
and confidence in the young learner classroom. - You can dedicate the time to work on your teaching skills.
- You are interested in your own development and want to develop your ideas,
techniques and activities for teaching young learners. - You are currently teaching a group that falls in your specialisation, or you have
access to a group as your assignments require teaching and reflection. - You meet the minimum entry requirements and have at least a CEFR B1 level of
English (B2 for Teacher Training and C1 for IELTS). You can complete assignments in your own language for the CertPT if (1) it is approved by us, (2) it is on the list of languages Trinity can moderate in, (3) you work in mainstream or language education in a country where that is the official language.
Young Learners in-person July 5, 12, 19 and August 16, 23 and 30
Young Learners online July 4, 11, 18, 25, and August 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29
Courses can also be delivered to specific institutions on demand
60 hours (35 in person and 25 reflection and homework) for the NILE certificate and a
further 60 hours for the four Trinity Moderated Assignments for the CertPT (with tutor
support)
42,500 TWD for both certificates or 33,500 for the NILE Certificate only
- 6 days once a week of 6 hours (or 5 days once a week of 7 hours a day) focusing on
the specialisation and the materials assignments for the CertPT. - Weekly reflection and homework assignments that form part of the NILE course
assessment. - 4 materials assignments to meet the requirements of the Trinity CertPT
Trinity Diploma TESOL
Yes if:
- You already have an initial qualification (Trinity CertTESOL or CELTA) or a significant amount of experience.
- You want an internationally recognised qualification that offers in-depth theoretical insight and teaching practice.
- You want feedback from experienced and certified tutors to increase your practice and confidence in the classroom.
- You are considering a leadership role where you would be supporting the development of other teachers.
- You can dedicate the time to work on your teaching skills.
- You are interested in your own development and want to develop your ideas, techniques and activities for teaching young learners.
- You meet the minimum entry requirements and have at least a CEFR C1 level of English. We suggest C2 as there is a significant amount of academic writing on the course (Contact us if you do not meet this requirement as we have other smaller courses that can prepare you for entry to the DipTESOL or perhaps consider the CertPT)
Open enrolment for input sessions. Tutorials are set with the trainer for your moderation requirements.
24 input sessions over 12 months online through Zoom
Moderation requirements based on your schedule, but must be completed within 3 years
Total course fee – 90,000 (3 instalments @31,200, 6 instalments @15,750)
Launch special
Full fee – 73,000 (3 instalments @25,000, 6 instalments @13,000)
There is no assessment or certificate for the input sessions. Certain input sessions must be completed before you can start on the moderated Units. Each unit has a separate certificate issued by Trinity College London, and once all four units are completed, you will receive the overall OFQUAL Level 7 regulated Trinity DipTESOL Certificate.
150 hours of guided learning (including one on one tutorials with a course tutor and teaching practice) and 450 hours of self-study. Total qualification time is 600 hours.
Unit 1: Language, Teaching and Learning
Input and self-study sessions prepare candidates for a fully continuous assessment model, as there is no longer a traditional sit-down written exam. Assessment covers language acquisition theory, linguistics, instructional methodology, and professional development. This unit is assessed and marked externally.
Unit 2: Coursework Portfolio
This unit requires the completion of three distinct portfolios. All portfolios include one-on-one tutorials and extensive feedback. They are internally assessed and externally moderated.
- The Observation Instrument: Candidates design a targeted observation tool focused on a specific area of teaching, refine the instrument based on use, and reflect on its overall effectiveness. This component involves a minimum of 10 hours of observing qualified teachers.
- The Teacher Development Portfolio: This portfolio covers 15 hours of self-observed lessons centered around a specific developmental theme, accompanied by in-depth reflection and evaluation of personal teaching practice.
- The Independent Research Project: An ELT-related research project (action research is strongly advised) designed to develop both classroom practice and academic research skills.
Unit 3: Phonology Interview
An externally assessed, one-on-one interview consisting of a presentation on a chosen phonological area, a transcription of natural speech highlighting both segmental and suprasegmental features, and a practical discussion on applying phonological theory to classroom teaching.
Unit 4: Teaching Practice
The practical teaching component consists of four internally assessed lessons, a teaching practice journal (internally assessed and externally moderated), and a final lesson that is externally assessed by a visiting examiner.
TESOL for TESOL Professionals
- You want an internationally accredited and moderated qualification.
- You want feedback from experienced and certified tutors to increase your practice and confidence.
- You can dedicate the time to work on your teaching skills.
- You are interested in your own development and want the best for your students.
- You meet the minimum entry requirements and have at least a CEFR B1 level of English.
- Run in collaboration with TESOL Taiwan – Moderated by NILE ELT.
Online – Open enrollement – You can start whenever you want
In-person – Enquire for course dates through contact us or LINE @TESOL. Weekend and weekday courses are available. Live sessions in-person or through Zoom. Enquire if you would like us to travel to a specific destination to deliver to a group in another city.
Next courses scheduled :
Weekday July 6-10 and July 13-18
Weekend June 13, 20, and 27, and July 4, 11, and 18
Fully online – 120 hours online
In-person – 80 hours online and 40 hours in class
Online only – 19,800
In-person – 38,500
4 Modules
Language Awareness – 3 units focusing on Grammar, Lexis, and Phonology
Materials – 4 units focusing on principles and purpose of materials in the classroom, evaluation of materials, supplementing materials, and designing materials.
Learner needs and characteristics – 4 units focusing on learner needs in general, understanding levels, diagnosing listening, speaking, reading and writing, and teaching based on diagnostic evaluations.
Teaching theory and planning – 3 units focusing on teaching language systems (Grammar, vocabulary, and phonology), teaching skills (listening, reading, writing, and speaking) and integrated lesson planning and delivery.
