Trinity DipTESOL

• The DipTESOL is designed as an advanced qualification for teachers of ESOL/EFL. In order to be eligible to take this course you will need to fulfil the following entry criteria:
• You must have a first degree (any discipline) or equivalent. An equivalent qualification would be one that shows evidence of sustained academic study, potentially enabling you to cope successfully with the requirements of the diploma.
• You must have two years full-time ESOL teaching experience at the time of interview, the minimum for a year's experience normally being at least 15 hours per week over 32 weeks. The minimum amount of teaching required for entry is therefore 960 hours of which 75% of these hours must be with classes. You should not have taken more than a year's break from ESOL teaching prior to interview.
• You can be a speaker of English as a first, second or foreign language. If English is your second or foreign language, you will need to demonstrate the appropriate competence in your spoken and written English, for example by holding a minimum Grade 11 in the Trinity Graded Examinations in Spoken English.
• In general you should have a high level of competence and interest in both language and language teaching that will enable you to follow this demanding course of advanced study
• An initial TESOL training qualification such as the Trinity CertTESOL is highly recommended but not essential.

Choosing the DipTESOL program with our teacher training center in Istanbul provides a unique and advantageous experience for several reasons:

Experienced Tutors: Our center boasts a team of highly experienced tutors who bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the DipTESOL program. They are dedicated to providing comprehensive guidance and support, ensuring that you receive top-notch training and mentorship.

High-Tech Facilities: Our center is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities to enhance your learning experience. From modern classrooms to exclusive LMS, you will have access to tools that facilitate effective and engaging learning throughout the DipTESOL program.

Global Recognition: The DipTESOL qualification obtained through our center holds international acclaim, impressing employers worldwide. This recognition not only adds value to your professional profile but also opens doors to various career opportunities in the field of English language teaching.

Practical Training: Our program emphasizes practical training, allowing you to apply theoretical knowledge in real classroom scenarios. This hands-on approach ensures that you are well-prepared for the challenges and demands of the teaching profession.

Competitive Fee: We offer almost the lowest fee for the course and provide the opportunity to pay in installments.

Flexible schedule: Recognizing the commitments of working professionals, our center offers a flexible schedule for the DipTESOL program. This allows individuals with busy lifestyles to seamlessly integrate the course into their existing professional and personal responsibilities.

Each unit allows participants to focus on English language teaching in specific contexts — for example, English for specific or academic purposes, for young learners, for  business English, or teaching within CLIL (content and language integrated learning) settings:

Unit 1: Language, teaching and learning

Unit 2: The teacher as a developmental, reflective practitioner

Unit 3: Phonological theory in classroom practice

Unit 4: Learner analysis, preparation, delivery and self-evaluation in teaching

The DipTESOL is regulated in England by Ofqual and registered at Level 7 on the Ofqual Regulated Qualifications Framework, the same level as master’s degrees and many other post-graduate qualifications.

Through its validation and annual inspection process, Trinity College London ensures that all DipTESOL courses follow the same mandatory components:

Language: candidates must show understanding of the language systems and language-related issues as commonly taught in beginner to advanced syllabuses.

Learning and Teaching: candidates must show an understanding of the current principles and practices of language learning and teaching and show an ability to demonstrate these in the classroom.

Professional Development: candidates must demonstrate knowledge of the principles and procedures facilitating personal and professional development.

Candidates are examined according to the following four units. Some components are externally assessed by Trinity's panel of examiners, others are internally assessed by the course provider and externally moderated by Trinity.

Unit 1: Three-hour Written Paper. This has three sections – a short answer section on language topics and two essay sections on 'learning and teaching' and 'professional development'. It is externally assessed and there are three set examination dates per year. Please download the DipTESOL Unit 1 sample examination paper to get an idea of what to Unit 2: Coursework Portfolio. This is a compilation of three assignments, firmly rooted in classroom practice. Section one is based around a self-designed classroom observation instrument, section two is a developmental record of the candidate's own teaching and section three is an independent research project. The portfolio is internally assessed and externally moderated. expect.

Unit 3: the Interview. This is an externally assessed 30-minute interview designed to give the candidate the opportunity to describe, illustrate and evaluate their understanding and application of phonological theory in the classroom and includes a prepared talk and a phonemic transcription exercise.

Unit 4: Classroom Teaching. Candidates complete four hours of internally assessed teaching practice and one hour that is externally assessed. In addition, candidates complete a self-reflection teaching practice journal.

Units 2, 3 and 4 are usually taken together in the first instance and candidates have up to three years to complete any failed units or parts of units. The syllabus places a strong emphasis on the application of theory in the classroom and also on teachers reflecting on and evaluating their own practice.

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The DipTESOL (Licentiate of Trinity College London Diploma in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) is an internationally respected, widely available qualification for teachers of ESOL/EFL with at least two years' full-time teaching experience. Here are two of the reasons teachers commonly give for taking this qualification:

They are planning to work in a position or organization that requires a diploma-level qualification. Examples include academic management, teacher training or work within the Higher Education sector.

Having completed an initial certificate course and two years of ESOL teaching, they now feel they need to develop their skills and knowledge both for their own sake and so that they can support and guide less experienced colleagues.

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April, 6, 2024 

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