Which TESOL course is best for teaching English online?
To meet the demand for teachers qualified to teach ESL online, ITTT has designed a course that is focused on the specific skills and knowledge needed in this unique learning environment. We also have an option where this specialized course can be combined with a standard TESOL certification course to give you a solid all-round qualification that will allow you to apply for jobs online and in-class.
50-hour Course in Teaching English Online (CTEO)
The contents of this specialized course are specifically designed to build on the subjects covered in our standard TESOL certification course and to ready you for the unique environment you will encounter if you decide to teach English online. Once you complete the course you will also receive access to our graduate network which is made up of hundreds of TESOL qualified teachers who are currently working for major employers of online English language teachers.
CTEO Course Units
- Unit 1: Course Introduction
- Unit 2: Equipment
- Unit 3: Working Options
- Unit 4: Teachers and Learners
- Unit 5: Social Media
- Unit 6: The Online Teaching World
The CTEO course is divided into six separate units that are each followed by an automated online assessment to ensure you are ready to move onto the next section. To complete the course you need to achieve an average score of 75% across all six units and undertake a final summative task. Upon successful completion of all the sections you will receive your course certificate. You can work through the course units at any pace you choose up to a maximum of six months.
For more information take a look at our 50-hour Course in Teaching English Online (CTEO)
170-hour TESOL course with Online Specialization
If you are thinking about teaching English online but have yet to complete a standard TESOL certification course, our 170-hour TESOL course with Online Specialization could be just what you are looking for. Once completed, you will have gained all the skills and knowledge required to teach English both online and in a traditional in-class setting. The course is made up of two distinct sections. Section one is our standard 120-hour online TESOL certification course which covers all the basics of English language teaching. Section two is a 50-hour course that focuses on the specific skills you will need to teach English in an online environment.
To ensure smooth progress through the course you must complete the 120-hour section first, followed by the 50-hour CTEO section. Once both sections are successfully completed you can choose between two separate certificates or one 170-hour certificate that covers both sections of the course. You will also receive exclusive access to our large network of course graduates who can provide a wide range of advice regarding all areas of online English teaching.
For more information take a look at our 170-hour TESOL Course with Online Specialization