Teaching English Training

Become a Certified English Teacher Are you ready to make a meaningful impact by teaching English to speakers of other languages? The Tennessee Language Center (TLC) offers a comprehensive Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL) certification program that equips you with the skills, experience, and credentials to teach English both domestically and internationally
Join Us for an Upcoming Info Session July 2, 2025 4:30 pm. CST ONLINE via Zoom July 9, 2025 4:30 pm.
CST IN-PERSON at Fait la Force Brewing 1414 3rd Ave S St101, Nashville, TN 37210 July 30, 2025 4:30 pm. CST IN-PERSON at Fait la Force Brewing 1414 3rd Ave S St101, Nashville, TN 37210 REGISTER Why Choose TLC’s TESL Program? Comprehensive Training : Our 150-hour TESL Certification Training includes: 120 hours of interactive, instructor-led classes 30 hours of practical teaching experience Classes held online via Zoom, 2 hours per day, 3 days a week, over 14 weeks This extensive training surpasses the standard 100-hour programs, providing you with a competitive edge in the job market
Practical Experience : Gain real-world teaching experience through our 30-hour practicum, which includes: Lesson planning Peer teaching rehearsals ESL teaching observations Actual ESL teaching in local or online classrooms You’ll be guided by experienced trainers who provide personalized feedback to help you succeed
Experienced Instructors : Learn from a team of dedicated educators and language experts committed to your professional growth
Our small class sizes (maximum of 20 trainees) and a practicum trainer-to-trainee ratio of 1:2 ensure personalized attention for every student
Innovative Teaching Methodology: At TLC, we believe that both learning and teaching a language are active processes
Our TESL methodology emphasizes authentic usage and understanding messages
One of our most effective sessions involves students learning to speak and read Russian, putting themselves in the learner’s shoes to better understand the experience of studying English as a second language
Upcoming TESL Terms We offer several TESL terms each year
For availability and term dates, contact Jenny Rish at [e-mail] or 615-741-7579
Applicant Requirements: 18 years of age Access to a computer and internet connection Ability to attend all classes (class attendance is mandatory for graduation) If English is not your first language, an 85+ on the TOEFL iBT or an overall band score of 6.5 on the IELTS for admission We recommend that you have a bachelor’s degree or equivalent, but it is not required
APPLY HERE Tuition & Payment: Full tuition is $1,850 Tuition includes all classes, course materials, and other documentation as well as a signed and embossed TESL Certificate, a signed and embossed transcript, and a letter of standing
Tuition payment You have the option of paying tuition in installments
Payment plan arrangements must be made with the TESL office before the registration deadline for the TESL course you wish to attend
Ready to Transform Lives Through Language Education? Join TLC’s TESL program and embark on a transformative journey to become a skilled and impactful language educator
Your passion for teaching, combined with our commitment to excellence, will create a powerful synergy that shapes the future of language education
Earning your TESL certificate can be the beginning of a lifetime of adventure! Refund policy: Enrolled students who wish to withdraw from the TESL course must do so in writing to be eligible for a credit or refund
Those who withdraw before orientation day will be eligible for a full credit towards another course within 12 months or a full refund
Those who withdraw within the first 12 in-class hours are eligible for a full credit towards another course within 12 months or a tuition refund (tuition paid minus $495 for books and materials)
Those who withdraw after the first 12 in-class hours are eligible for a credit towards another course within 12 months
There is NO REFUND for those who withdraw after the first 12 in-class hours

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Did you know… Tennessee was the #1 state for foreign direct investment job creation in 2015? Nashville is one of the top cities in the US for refugee resettlement? Nashville is home to the second largest Kurdish population in the world outside of Kurdistan? In today’s global world, the the need for language-related services is greater now than ever
Since 1986, the Tennessee Language Center has been dedicated to providing professional language services and creating a welcoming, receptive community for businesses and individuals from around the globe
We thrive on connecting people through language acquisition, business & cultural exchange, and ensuring both Tennessee residents and our partnering organizations are paired with the services they need to succeed in our communities, statewide
Donate to TN Language Center click here When you give to the Tennessee Language Center, you: Empower immigrants and refugees to participate more fully in their new communities through English classes Promote equal access by helping patients, parents, and citizens truly connect with doctors, teachers, and social services through professional interpretation and translation Enrich the lives of fellow Tennesseans through world language classes Enable graduates of our TESL program to pursue their dreams of teaching in other countries or teaching English to local immigrants and refugees Bring the world to Tennessee and Tennessee to the world