Lanka TEFL Training Institute - Level 6 Diploma in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (RQF)

TESOL Diploma (Level 6) Objectives

The aims of the qualification are:

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• to enhance teachers’ knowledge of contextual issues concerning the teaching of English to speakers of other languages
• to refine and extend their ability to employ a variety of practical skills
• to develop their knowledge and skills to a point where they become effective practitioners in a range of TESOL teaching situations without supervision
• to recognise and confirm their achievements in the above areas and inform their strategies for continuing professional development
• to contribute to the development internationally of TESOL as a mature, qualified and regulated profession and act as a benchmark for employers and others with concern for the quality of TESOL.
• to enable teachers to develop their career paths by seeking promotion to senior posts, materials development and teacher training, etc.

Entry Requirements for TESOL - Level 6

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• All trainee teachers should undertake an initial assessment of skills in English, mathematics and ICT.They should record their development needs and , where applicable, agree an action plan to address them. Where trainee teachers have already undertaken an initial assessment of their English,mathematics and ICT skills, their record of development needs and any previous action taken to address them should be reviewed and updated as required. 
• Candidates applying for the Level 6 qualification are required to have prior teaching experience.
• Holding any education and training qualification including PTLLS, CTLLS, Level 3 Award/4 Certificate/5 Diploma in education and training, level 5 certificate in TEFL or equivalent is highly recommended.
• Students are asked to write a 350 word pre-course assessment.
• The qualification is suitable for learners of 19 years of age and above