Duration: 300 hours
Format: 100% online, self-paced with portfolio assessments
Assessment: Portfolio of lesson plans, teaching demonstrations, and reflections
Support: Email guidance from qualified tutors
Please note: All course projects must be submitted at least one month before the course expiry date to allow time for feedback and revisions. This deadline is strict and non-negotiable.
The 300-hour designation reflects the total learning experience, including course content, lesson materials, projects, assessments, and independent study. While reviewing every resource in detail can take a significant amount of time, much of the practical learning takes place through the course assignments and projects.
Learners who watch the training videos, complete the required assignments, and successfully pass the assessments can often finish the course more quickly than the full 300-hour estimate suggests. However, those who are serious about developing their teaching skills are strongly encouraged to study all course materials thoroughly. The additional resources, examples, and teaching strategies have been carefully selected to help you build a deeper understanding of ESL instruction and become a more effective teacher.
This course was specifically designed for new ESL teachers and for educators looking to refresh their knowledge and skills. Every module, project, and resource has been created with one goal in mind: helping you develop the confidence, practical skills, and professional knowledge needed to stand out from other candidates. By the time you complete the program, you’ll be better prepared for interviews, more confident in front of students, and equipped with teaching tools you can use from your very first lesson.
Anyone over 18 years old with the required English proficiency
Both native and non-native English speakers
Learners looking for a practical, portfolio-based approach to TESOL certification
English language teaching methodology
Lesson planning and classroom management
Teaching techniques for real-world ESL/EFL classrooms
Cultural awareness and inclusive teaching practices
Portfolio-based assignments for practical assessment
Email support: Students can contact tutors for assistance with course materials or portfolio guidance. Reach out to info@tellemesl.com.
Disability accommodations: Tellem ESL provides reasonable accommodations for students with documented disabilities, specifically for the oral interview component of the initial English assessment.
Assessment is portfolio-based: lesson plans, teaching demonstrations, and reflections.
AI-generated content is strictly prohibited.
Completion of all assessments within the submission deadlines earns a 300-Hour TESOL Certificate.