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Graduate Certificate in Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL)
Humber Polytechnic - Lakeshore Campus, Canada
CAD 18745
Annual Tuition Fee
CAD 100 Waived
Application Fee
12 months
Duration
6.5
IELTS
88
TOEFL
60%
Min GPA
Program Overview
Humber’s Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL) graduate certificate program builds confident and knowledgeable teachers who have a full understanding of best practices in teaching English as a second language (ESL). Our innovative curriculum is based on the latest ESL teaching approaches, methods and assessment systems including the Canadian Language Benchmarks and the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR). You will be exposed to a wide range of theoretical issues including adult second language acquisition, learning theories, linguistics, the emerging field of teaching with technology, and portfolio-based assessment. More importantly, you will have the opportunity to immediately apply this learning through classroom observations and practice teaching.
Faculty members are highly respected, dedicated professionals with graduate credentials in the field and bring extensive ESL teaching and teacher training experience.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the program, a graduate will:
- Plan syllabi, modules, lessons, activities, and assessment that support all learners in achieving their learning goals, drawing on knowledge of language, curriculum, instructional context, while addressing learners' needs and interests.
- Explain the central concepts and conventions of the English language, including linguistic systems, language skills (listening, speaking, read, & writing), organizational patterns, pragmatics, and strategic competence in order to plan effective learning experiences.
- Select from a wide range of teaching resources (print, digital, and realia) and technological tools to best meet learners' needs and enhance learners' engagement and motivation.
- Adapt various curricular models within a given teaching context, in order to determine most appropriate teaching approaches, and/or frameworks, supporting documents and resources.
- Deliver clear, engaging language instruction- face to face, online, or blended- that applies context- appropriate teaching approaches, strategies, techniques, and digital tools and draws on knowledge of language and second language learning processes.
- Reflect on ongoing professional development needs, through collegial discussion, action research, and dynamic interaction with learners in order to self-assess and challenge developing practice.
- Implement context-appropriate methods of assessment to monitor learner progress and to guide both instructors and learner's decision-making.
- Interact with colleagues and students in ways that show respect for their diverse background and experiences.
- Apply the principles and theories of second language acquisition and adult education, which also include linguistic, psychological, and soci-cultural factors affecting language acquisition, to pedagogical decisions in ELT contexts.
- Communicate clearly, concisely and correctly, in the written, spoken and visual form in ways that fulfill the purpose and meet the needs of the students, employers, and peers.
- Seek and incorporate feedback, advice, and professional learning to continuously improve teaching practice.
- Curate a collection of professional artifacts reflecting a dynamic and evolving philosophy of language teaching and learning.
Work Placement
Students will complete a 50-hour graduated teaching practicum. Unlike many other institutions, our practicum is fully arranged and supervised, giving student teachers the time to focus on their learning and preparation. Students fulfill their practicum requirements in a variety of settings which may include:
- Humber’s English Language Centre in the English for Academic Purposes program
- Humber’s Continuing Education department, enhanced language training (ELT)-related programs
- Humber’s Writing Centre
- Adult ESL and Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada (LINC) classes in the Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board and community agencies
Additional Information
Program Level Postgraduate Certificate / Diploma
College/University Processing Time 10 Days
Program Format Full-Time
General Admission Requirement
- IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 6.5 - With No Band Less Than - 6
- TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 88.0 Minimum Listening - 22.0 Minimum Reading - 22.0 Minimum Writing - 22.0 Minimum Speaking - 22.0
- PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 61
- DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 125.0
Academic Requirement
- Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a Bachelor’s Degree in a related field or equivalent.
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Tuition Fee
The values given below are estimated figures, excluding extra charges like material fee, student activity fees, athletic fees, health care, etc., for courses. To know more, please visit the Programs page.
Average Tuition Fee Per Year
18745
Tuition Fee
(CAD)
CAD 100 Waived
Application Fee
(CAD)
20600 Per year
Average Cost of Living
(CAD)
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Check program website for more information about funding options.
Scholarships
Scholarships & Bursaries
Explore a range of scholarships and awards designed to support your academic journey at Humber. Learn about eligibility criteria, application processes, and available financial assistance to help you achieve your educational goals.
Entrance Awards & Scholarships |
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2025 President's International Entrance Award |
International Entrance Scholarships |
To support students starting their educational journey at Humber, as of April 14, 2025, international applicants currently living outside of Canada who do not yet have a Humber DLI study permit are eligible for consideration for the President’s International Entrance Award. International students who apply to an eligible full-time Humber program starting in Fall 2025 or Winter 2026, accept their offer of admission and submit their study permit application to IRCC between April 14 and June 13, 2025, may receive a $2,000 bursary.
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New students starting their Diploma and/or Advanced Diploma studies are eligible for consideration for an international entrance scholarship at Humber. This scholarship offers a CAD 2,000 reduction in tuition fees during the first two semesters of study (CAD 1,000 per semester).
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Degree Scholarships |
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Bachelor's Degree Scholarships |
Degree Transfer Scholarships ($1,500 - $2,500) |
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Bachelor's Degree scholarships are available to students coming directly from high school/secondary school studies, who are non-transfer students (i.e. haven't attended college or university, or studied in Humber's EAP program), and are unlimited in quantity. Humber awards degree scholarships automatically to graduating high school students based on academic achievement. |
Humber automatically awards degree transfer scholarships to students entering any Humber degree program who have completed a one-year Ontario college certificate* or a two- or three-year diploma with a GPA of 80 per cent or more from a publicly-funded college. Students who have achieved a program GPA of 80 per cent or more will be awarded a one-time scholarship of $1,500 for a certificate program or $2,500 for a diploma program in recognition of their academic achievement. Certificates and diplomas do not have to be related to the degree program of choice and are not tied to the eligibility for advanced standing or transfer credit. No application is required. | ||||
Bachelor's Degree Scholarships Requirements | Degree Transfer Scholarship Requirements | ||||
Amount | Required GPA* | Renewable** | Amount | Required GPA | Renewable |
$4,000 | 95% or higher | Yes | $1,500 | 80%+ Certificate* | One Time |
$3,500 | 90 - 94.9% | Yes | $2,000 | 80%+ Diploma | One Time |
$3,000 | 85 - 89.9% | Yes | *Certificates do not include Ontario Graduate Certificates, Certificates of Achievement or Certificates of Completion. | ||
$2,000 | 80 - 84.9% | Yes | |||
$1,500 | 75 - 79.9% | One Time | |||
* Eligibility is based on students high school academic achievement. ** Renewable scholarships will be reissued if the student achieves 80% or above in each year of the Bachelor's degree. |
Onshore Incentives: Student Bursary & Agent Bonus
Students currently residing in Canada who apply may be eligible for a one-time $1,000 bursary. This applies to the following intakes: May 2025, September 2025, and Winter 2026.
Eligibility Criteria:
- A Canadian residential address must be provided at the time of application.
- The bursary is awarded on a first-come, first-served basis based on the offer acceptance time.
- The bursary will be disbursed after the 10th day of enrolment in each respective term.
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