Phoenix Academy Certificate IV TESOL

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Institute For Teaching Excellence

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CERT IV TESOL

CERTIFICATE IV IN TEACHING ENGLISH TO SPEAKERS OF OTHER LANGUAGES (TESOL)

TESOL TEACHER TRAINING

Features of PHOENIX TEACHER TRAINING COURSES • Teachers may enter courses and mix with teachers from all over the world • Specific teaching areas addressed such as: Teaching Speaking and Listening Skills, The Communicative/Student Centred Classroom, Using CALL in the classroom, Using Realia In the Classroom, Teaching Pronunciation, Teaching Business English, Teacher Training for Tertiary Lecturers • Latest Teaching Methodology taught • Lesson planning and syllabus design are featured • Competency based assessment strategies are taught • Teaching Practice and Observation sessions are featured in all courses • Detailed Needs Analysis prior to course commencement • Up-to-Date Resources • Senior, highly qualified instructors • Fully packaged programs available including meet and greet, on campus residential accommodation or homestay with Australian family and weekend tourist activities • Full reports and competency certificates awarded to every course graduate • Graduates participate in an active “on-line” alumni association to keep in touch with their Teacher Trainers and current methodology • Follow-up professional development programs available in Australia or in your country

Phoenix Academy has trained over 1000 teachers in Australia and overseas and is proud of the success of its alumnis’ achievements throughout the world.

Some Phoenix Teacher Training and Train the Trainer clients include: • The Thai Ministry of Education- In Service Primary TESL Training • Karamay University - China - Teacher Training Program • Longyan University - China - Teacher Training Program • Fuzhou No 1 Middle School- ChinaSecondary Teacher Training • St Gabriel’s Foundation in Thailand.-In Service Secondary TESL Training • Korean Ministry of Education - Primary TESL Training • Asian Development Bank - Vietnam Vocational & Technical Education Project • Australia Education International (AEI) Thai TESOL Project • Rhajabats- Tertiary Teacher Training- Train the Trainer

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Course Overview (pg 3 - 5)

• People who wish to travel, live and teach overseas • Qualified teachers who wish to add EFL/ESL teaching skills to enhance their opportunities for teaching in both schools and post secondary government and private institutions • Qualified teachers from overseas who wish to improve their English teaching skills • Professionals who wish to develop their “Train the Trainer skills”

is to raise the standards of TESOL Teacher Training competency throughout the world and today the name Phoenix Training is synonymous with Quality and Best Practice.

Version 1, Oct 2011

Application Form (pg 6 - 7)

Participants in the TESOL industry include:

Phoenix Academy’s philosophy

Dates, Fees & Application Procudure (pg 8)

Phoenix Academy, the expert centre for TESOL Teacher Training and Professional Employment Placement provides expertise in: • Pre Service TESOL Teacher Training • In- Service TESOL Teacher Training • Specialist Recruitment Services for Overseas TESOL Teacher Placements • After Training Networking and Support Services • Diagnostic Services in TESOL

Introduction (pg 1 - 2)

Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages

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CERTIFICATE IV IN TEACHING ENGLISH TO SPEAKERS OF OTHER LANGUAGES (TESOL) National Course Code 40540SA

Introduction PHOENIX ACADEMY: HISTORY AND CAPABILITIES Phoenix Academy was established in 1989 and is today the largest English as a Second Language (ESL) training centre in Western Australia and one of the four largest centres in Australia.

Robynne Walsh Principal

Antony Atkinson Director Teacher Education

Phoenix Academy has many years of experience providing Teacher Training Courses and Executive Management and Communications Training to individuals, companies and public bodies both in Perth, Western Australia and overseas.

Phoenix Academy offers a wealth of credentials in Teacher Training: • Accredited as a Cambridge University TESOL Teacher Training Centre in 1997 • 23 years experience in Teacher Training in Australia and overseas • Registered Training Organisation (RTO) under the Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA) • Can offer fully accredited courses up to Graduate Diploma level under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) • Australian Vocational Qualifications in TESOL Teacher Training- Certificate IV and Graduate Diploma level

Daniella Multari-Cugola Trainer

Lisa Barbagiovanni Trainer

• Phoenix Academy is an approved Teacher Training Centre for the University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations, offering the Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults (CELTA) in face-to-face and online modes • Accredited National ELICOS Accreditation Scheme (NEAS) ELICOS centre • Member of WAPETIA (Western Australian Private Education and Training Industry Association) • Member of the prestigious International Association of Language Centres (IALC), Asia TEFL and IATEFL

Phoenix Academy is able to provide a broad range of training courses Bronwyn Mortimer Trainer

Xavier Bot Trainer

and products and its methodologies are at the cutting edge of the industry.

The Phoenix Recruitment Centre is able to provide personalised job placements in countries throughout the world with ongoing support for teachers whilst they are located offshore. We invite you to visit our website at www.phoenixacademy.com.au/pact and to explore the many options we can make available to you in your pursuit of further knowledge and expertise in the world of TESOL.

TRAINING CENTRE FACILITIES Perth City Campus The Perth campus is located on Vincent Street opposite the Beatty Park Aquatic Centre, only 1.7 kms from the CBD. Free parking is available.

The Perth campus boasts 27 spacious classrooms which are used for training, as well as a modern Computer Assisted Learning Laboratory and Teaching Resource Library.

On campus residential accommodation, Beatty Lodge, is also available for country and international clients.

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CERTIFICATE IV IN TEACHING ENGLISH TO SPEAKERS OF OTHER LANGUAGES (TESOL) National Course Code 40540SA

Course Overview Overview Welcome to your studies in Cert IV TESOL. Successful completion of this course will earn you a recognised teaching qualification in Australia for teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages. This course provides an introduction to theories and techniques for teaching English. You will analyse the needs of learners and have the opportunity to design lessons and resources to meet their learning needs. You will have the opportunity to synthesise your learning through teaching practice opportunities and project work.

Summary ...

Objectives/Learning Outcomes At the end of this course students will be able to: • Apply TESOL Methodologies to Develop English Language Skills • Design and Develop Learning Strategies • Design and Develop Learning Resources • Identify and Use Basic Grammatical Concepts and Traditional Metalanguage • Plan an Integrated Lesson using Communicative Language Teaching Methodology • Use the Terminology of Traditional Grammar and Locate Information in a Grammar Textbook

Accredited qualification under the Australian Qualifications Framework Recognised throughout Australia for positions with English Language providers.

Course length: 8 week course Hours: 265 - 315 hours

Unit(s) of Competency: NYRD Apply TESOL Methodologies to Develop English Language Skills

Course start dates:

NFPA Design and Develop Learning Resources

12 Mar - 4 May 2012 (F/T - 8 weeks) 2 Jul - 24 Aug 2012 (F/T - 8 weeks) Monday - Friday (8.30am - 5pm)

RYMS Identify and Use Basic Grammatical Concepts and Traditional Metalanguage

Cost: $3600

RYMT Plan an Integrated Lesson using Communicative Language Teaching Methodology

(early bird discount fee - $3400 if payment received in full three weeks before course commencement)

NFNZ Design and Develop Learning Strategies

RYMW Use the Terminology of Traditional Grammar and Locate Information in a Grammar Textbook

Campus: Perth

Teaching Mode Lectures will cover the core principles and are followed by practical work within the tutorials to ensure students have grasped the concepts. This participation in-group work and class discussions within tutorial sessions will be imperative in students’ acquisition and application of skills and knowledge. There will be a mix of short assignments and in-class exercises to be completed in this course as part of the continuous assessment. The project/case study will meet competencies in NYRD, NFNZ, NFPA and RYMS. In addition you will plan and deliver 6 hours of lesson content at varying levels.

Entry Requirements: 20 years of age and native like fluency in English

Students are expected to attend all lectures and tutorials. There are twenty three (3) contact hours per week in this course. Students are expected to complete an additional eight (8) to ten (10) hours of their own independent study each week.

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CERTIFICATE IV IN TEACHING ENGLISH TO SPEAKERS OF OTHER LANGUAGES (TESOL) National Course Code 40540SA

Course Overview Access Both native speaking and non- native speaking applicants are able to undertake this qualification. They are however required to submit evidence of English language competency of no less than IELTS 6.0 That is they must have an awareness of language and a competence in English both written and spoken that enables them to undertake the course.

Applicants will usually be university undergraduates or graduates or to at least have tertiary level entry qualifications.

All applicants are interviewed individually and prior to the interview must complete a Pre-Course Assessment Task. The aim of the Interview is to inform applicants about the course and to assess both the suitability of the applicant for the course and the suitability of the course to their career plans.

Successful applicants will demonstrate at interview and in pre-interview tasks: • An appropriate awareness of the English language as it is used and its difficulties for learners • An ability to analyse language at a suitable level; and to express ideas clearly • A willingness to engage in discussion of teaching/learning approaches • Self-awareness and flexibility of approach • Willingness to interact. Listen and respond appropriately • An ability to take pressure and maintain positive rapport • A competence in written and spoken English that will enable them to teach the language to students without causing error Students who are assessed in the pre-course assessment task as being weak in grammar must complete a pre-course module entitled “Introductory Grammar”

Time The course is designed to be completed in eight weeks of full time study (265 hours). Phoenix will offer candidates the opportunity to apply for Recognised Prior Learning (RPL) or Recognition of Current Competence (RCC) for all or part of the course.

This qualification can be completed as an end qualification however it is possible to offer it as the first stage of a package qualification and the applicant could proceed immediately onto the Graduate Diploma of TESOL

On the Job Training The Practice Teaching module of this course requires “hands on” experience gained through involvement in classes for English language learners organised by Phoenix.

The Practice Teaching modules are completed in conjunction with the rest of the course by progressively exposing the students to practice teaching experiences as the course progresses.

Participants complete a minimum of six hours supervised and assessed teaching practice to conform with the requirements of the national ELICOS Accreditation Scheme (NEAS) for a TESOL qualification.

Pathway After Qualification Graduates of the Certificate IV in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) are able to use their qualification to seek work in TESOL throughout the world. In Australia they fulfil the minimum requirements for a position teaching on an ELICOS course or on a DIAC funded program for migrants.

The Certificate IV in TESOL is recognised by the National ELICOS Accreditation Scheme (NEAS) as the minimum qualification when packaged with a degree for employment in any Australian Intensive English Language School (ELICOS).

The Certificate IV in TESOL is also recognised by many universities in Australia for advanced standing (credit) towards the Bachelor of Education (one unit -3 credit points). These universities are The University of New South Wales, Macquarie University, University of Canberra, University of Notre Dame, Murdoch University, Edith Cowan University and many more.

Graduates of the Cert IV in TESOL are also able to move on to the Graduate Diploma of TESOL where they will have enhanced training for a TESOL position and will consequently have enhanced employment opportunities. They will have knowledge and skills that will enable them to fulfil positions of greater responsibility or specialisation in a TESOL context.

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CERTIFICATE IV IN TEACHING ENGLISH TO SPEAKERS OF OTHER LANGUAGES (TESOL) National Course Code 40540SA

Assessment Please refer to: ASSESSMENT GUIDELINES FOR STUDENTS

Assessment Calendar Activity

Type

Week

Teaching Practice

Plan and deliver lesson

Weeks 1-8

Case Study Project

Written Report/Project Oral Presentation

Week 8

Reflection notes on input sessions

Portfolio

Weeks 1-8

Design Learning Resources

Written Report/Project

Week 7

Competency Base Grading System As well as a percentage mark, all students are given a competency grade according to the following scale: Grading

Grading Result

NCO - Not Competent

Fail

< 50%

Total Mark

CO - Competent

Pass

50% - 59%

CO - Competent

Credit

60% - 69%

COM - Competent With Merit

Distinction

70% - 79%

COD - Competent With Distinction

HD

80% >

/100

Module Evaluation and Unit Review Plan Module to be reviewed through evaluation and feedback from students, evaluation meetings from lecturers and assessors, and external moderations.

Text Book(s) and Additional Resource(s) Harmer, J. (2001) The Practice of English Language Teaching, Longman.

Supplementary readings and additional material provided by lecturer.

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CERTIFICATE IV IN TEACHING ENGLISH TO SPEAKERS OF OTHER LANGUAGES (TESOL) National Course Code 40540SA

Application Form

Personal Details Surname:

High School

Given name:

Still at School?

Date of Application:

Highest Completed School Level: What year did you finish the above level?

Date of Birth: Gender :

Female / Male

Yes

No

Yr 8

Yr 9

Did not go to school Yr 10

Yr 11

Yr 12

Residential Address: Language and cultural Diversity Suburb:

Post Code:

Tel:

Are you Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander?

Yes, Aboriginal

No

Mobile:

Yes, Torres Strait Islander

Email:

Yes, Both Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander

Country of Birth Main language at home is Yes English?

Course Details Training Course Full time

Course date: ______________________________

Part time

Course date: ______________________________

Main language other than English spoken at home is How well do you speak English? (Please circle) Poor

Nationally Recognised Training Required Information: (Vocational Training Applicants Only)

No

Below Average

Average

Good

Excellent

Disability

Do you consider yourself to have a disability, impairment or long term condition? (Tick ONE box only)

Previous Qualifications Achieved

None

Hearing/Deaf

Physical

Acquired Brain Impairment

Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree

Intellectual

Vision

Diploma (or Associate Diploma)

Learning

Medical Condition

Mental Illness

Other

Have you successfully completed any of the following qualifications?

Bachelor Degree or Higher Degree

Certificate IV ( or Advanced Certificate /Technician) Certificate III ( or Trade certificate) Certificate II Certificate I

Study Reason

Certificate other than the above

Of the following categories, which BEST describes your main reason for undertaking this course? (Tick ONE box only)

No, I did not complete any of these qualifications

Job Related

Employment Of the following categories, which BEST describes your current employment status? (tick ONE box only)

To try for a different career

Full-time employee

To get a better job or promotion

Part-time employee

It was a requirement of my job

Self employed - not employing others

I wanted extra skills for my job

Employer Employed - unpaid worker in a family business Unemployed - seeking full-time work Unemployed - seeking part-time work Not in the Labour Force

To develop my existing business To start my own business

Employed

Unemployed

To get a job

Further Study To get into another course of study Other For personal interest or for self-development other reasons

Unemployed - seeking part-time work

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CERTIFICATE IV IN TEACHING ENGLISH TO SPEAKERS OF OTHER LANGUAGES (TESOL) National Course Code 40540SA

Application Form REASON FOR APPLICATION

(reasons for selecting a Phoenix TESOL Teacher Training course, expectations and long term goals).

Payment Method

Paid cash on application Cheque for $200 attached Bank transfer confirmation for $200 attached Credit Card (3.75% surcharge will apply) Master

Visa

Card number: Amount paying: Training/Work Experience: Provide details of your ELT experience (countries, schools, dates, age ranges, levels, materials you are familiar with). Attach another sheet if necessary.

Expiry date:

CCV#:

(CCV# is the last 3 digits located next to the signature panel on the back of the credit card)

Declaration:

I___________________________________________________, declare that the information supplied in this application and supporting documentation is true and complete. I confirm that I have read and understood the Conditions of Enrolment. I give permission to use my records for the purpose of reporting under AVETMISS requirements.

Applicantâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s signature __________________________________________

Date __________________________________________

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CERTIFICATE IV IN TEACHING ENGLISH TO SPEAKERS OF OTHER LANGUAGES (TESOL) National Course Code 40540SA

Fees, Dates & Application Procedure

2012

FEES

Cert IV TESOL

12 Mar - 4 May (F/T - 8 weeks) 2 Jul - 24 Aug (F/T - 8 weeks)

$3600 (early bird discount fee: $3400 if payment received in full three weeks before course commencement)

CELTA

3 Jan - 27 Jan (F/T- 4 weeks) 7 Feb - 14 Apr (P/T - 10 weeks) 24 Apr - 30 Jun (P/T - 10 weeks) 16 Jul - 10 Aug (F/T- 4 weeks) 28 Aug - 3 Nov (P/T - 10 weeks) 12 Nov - 7 Dec (F/T - 4 weeks)

$2900 (early bird discount fee: $2750 if payment received in full three weeks before course commencement)

GRADUATE DIPLOMA in TESOL

12 Mar - 13 Jul (International) (F/T - 18 weeks) 30 Apr - 13 Jul (Domestic) (PT - 12 weeks + 2 weeks Study Break)

$6000 (International) $4500 (Domestic) (early bird discount fee - $3900 if payment received in full three weeks before course commencement)

Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE 40110)

6 Feb - 17 Feb (F/T - 2 weeks) 16 Feb - 4 May (P/T - 12 weeks) 19 Mar - 30 Mar (F/T - 2 weeks) 10 May - 27 Jul (P/T - 12 weeks) 30 Jul - 19 Oct (P/T - 12 weeks) 8 Oct - 19 Oct (F/T - 2 weeks) 5 Nov - 16 Nov (F/T - 2 weeks) 3 Dec - 14 Dec (F/T - 2 weeks)

$1675 Full Certificate IV $950 Upgrade Certificate IV

TKT Teaching Knowledge Test

6 Feb - 2 Mar (F/T - 4 weeks) 7 May - 2 Jun (F/T - 4 weeks) 2 Jul - 27 Jul (F/T - 4 weeks) 3 Sep - 28 Sep (F/T - 4 weeks)

$2200

ACCEPTANCE PROCEDURE Application + task -> interview -> acceptance -> pre-course task* -> payment -> start. * successful completion can give exemption to the 8 hour grammar introduction module on Step Into Teaching.

PAYMENT A deposit of $200.00 must accompany your application. The balance of your fees must be paid in full, on written confirmation of acceptance onto the course.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE The completed application form together with your deposit should be submitted a minimum of 4 weeks prior to the course commencement date to: The Registrar Phoenix Academy PO Box 256, Leederville 6903 Western Australia Interviews will take place shortly after your application has been received. You will be notified of acceptance into your intended course in writing no later than one week after your interview.

1. An application fee of $200 must accompany your application. An interview will not be conducted without this part of the fee.

2. The remainder of fees must be paid no later than Monday 14 days prior to course commencement to confirm or your place will be automatically cancelled.

FURTHER INFORMATION Should you have any queries please contact: Teacher Training Coordinator Antony Atkinson : antony@phoenixacademy.com.au The Registrar Jessica Gorman : admissions@phoenixacademy.com.au tel: +61 8 9227 5538 fax: +61 8 9227 5540 CANCELLATIONS, TRANSFERS & REFUNDS

• You are not accepted into the course • You decline the offer of a place on the course in writing a minimum of 10 working days after receipt of offer letter. A $100 handling fee will be retained in this case.

• Your written advice of withdrawal or transfer is received no later than 10 working days prior to course commencement. Your $200 application fee is not refundable in this case.

• A substitute participant for the same couse is welcome at no extra charge.

• A course/qualification or unit is cancelled or re-scheduled to a time unsuitable to you; • You are not given a place due to maximum number of places being reached • You accept an offer of a place in a university. In this situation, you must provide a copy of the letter of offer with you refund application.

• If class is cancelled due to lack of applicant numbers, no available lecturer, or due to other circumstances caused by the Academy Part Refund • Any refund will be made for withdrawals received in writing between 5 and 9 working days prior to course commencement is at the discretion of the Academy.

• No refund can be made for withdrawals received less than 5 working days prior to course commencement.

Pro Rata Refund • A pro rata refund of fees and charges may be approved if an applicant withdraws for reasons of personal circumstances beyond their control. In all cases, relevant documentary evidence (for example, medical certificate) is required.

Refunds Following Re-marking Students requesting a re-mark of their assessment should do so within four weeks of the date of publication of the results. Should a ‘Not Yet Competent’ candidate achieve an outcome of ‘Competent’ on a re-marking of the assessment, the $25 remarking charge is to be refunded. The $50 charge for reporting on assessments is not refundable.

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