IH sydney TESOL and english jan 2010 brochure

English Advantage General English 4 English for Academic Purposes EAP 6 Cambridge exam preparation courses FCE and CAE 8 English for Teaching Younger Learners TECSOL 10 Study tours for E

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English Language and

TESOL Courses

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International House Sydney TTPC is a specialist professional centre offering accredited, internationally recognised courses

in English language development and TESOL teacher training.

Our PrOfeSSIOnal STandIng

We are a member of the International House World Organisation (IHWO), the oldest and largest network of independent language schools in the world, established in 1953 and now with schools

in 50 countries.

We are a Registered Training Organisation offering courses within the Australian Quality Training Framework (AQTF).

We are accredited by the University of Cambridge, NEAS (National ELT Accreditation Scheme), VETAB (NSW Government Vocational Education and Training Accreditation Board) and J-Shine (Japan).

Our apprOach

Our courses emphasise real-life communication skills, developing your speaking, writing, reading and listening skills while improving your practical understanding of grammar, vocabulary and functional language.

Classes are small, maximising individual attention and participation.

Our teachers

All our teachers are highly qualified and experienced, and all are native speakers of English Many of them are also teacher trainers,

so the teaching you receive is based on the latest professional research.

Our teachers have worked in more than 30 countries and have a strong understanding of how people learn English successfully They motivate and guide you to reach your full potential and achieve your language goals.

Our students

Our students come from all over the world, creating a diverse and interesting mix

of nationalities, cultures and reasons for studying English.

Many of them go on to complete a TESOL course and teach English to others, and others progress

to study at university or college.

WELCOME

to International House Sydney

Teacher Training and Professional Centre

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Our lOcatiOn

We are located in the heart of vibrant, multicultural

Sydney, within walking distance of public transport,

the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House,

Chinatown, Darling Harbour, Hyde Park and Sydney’s

best shopping and entertainment.

Nearby are beautiful beaches, shops, markets, cafes

and restaurants, art galleries and museums, pubs

and parks, as well as wildlife reserves, stunning

mountains and wild coastline just outside the city.

Our facilities

Our modern centre is fully equipped with:

comfortable, spacious, fully air-conditioned

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classrooms

up-to-date multimedia facilities in all classrooms

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a dedicated computer centre with full internet

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access

computers freely available throughout the centre

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free wireless internet access throughout the centre

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a fully equipped resource room for students’ use

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a large common area with kitchen facilities.

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Our services

We offer all the support you need – before your course starts and throughout your entire stay.

We can help you with your accommodation needs, your visa, health care, insurance and banking.

We also provide academic support and counselling, and plenty of social activities and excursions to keep you entertained, healthy and happy while you study.

We go out of our way to help you in any way we can.

English Advantage (General English) 4

English for Academic Purposes (EAP) 6

Cambridge exam preparation courses (FCE and CAE) 8

English for Teaching Younger Learners (TECSOL) 10

Study tours for English language teachers and students 14

Vietnam

Hanoi

Ho Chi Minh City

Argentina

Buenos Aires

Armenia

Yerevan

Australia

Brisbane Cairns Sydney

Azerbaijan

Baku

Belarus

Minsk

Egypt

Cairo

Estonia

Tallinn

Latvia

Riga

France

Nice GeorgiaTbilisi

Germany

Freiburg Hamburg Berlin

Hungary

Budapest Eger

Ireland

Dublin

Italy

Campobasso

La Spezia Latina Livorno Milan Naples Palermo Pisa Rome San Donato Milanese Seregno

Russia

Saudi Arabia

Al Jawf Dhahran Jeddah

Korea

Seoul

South Africa

Durban Johannesburg

Spain

Barcelona Cordoba Huelva Irun Madrid Palma Sabadell San Sebastian Santander Sevilla Tarragona Terrassa Valladolid Vejer La Janda Zaragoza

Cuba

Chile

Santiago

China

Qingdao

Lithuania

Vilnius

Malaysia

Kuala Lumpur

Mexico

Mexico City

Riviera Maya

Veracruz

Mongolia

New Zealand

Auckland

Poland

Bielsko Biala Bydgoszcz Katowice Kielce Koszalin Krakow Opole Poznan Torun Warsaw Wroclaw

Portugal

Aveiro Coimbra Coimbra Santa Lisbon Porto-Foz Torres Vedras Viseu

Switzerland

Geneva Zurich

Thailand

Bangkok

Turkey

Istanbul

Ukraine

Dnipropetrovsk Kharkiv Kyiv Lviv Odessa

United Kingdom

Bath Intuition Languages London Newcastle Rickmansworth Torquay

Uruguay

Montevideo

USA

Portland San Diego Santa Monica

Canada

Vancouver Toronto

Slovakia

Bratislava

Czech Republic

Brno Prague

Malta

Gozo

United Arab Emirates

Dubai

Romania

Bucharest

IH Sydney TTPC

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ww This course provides general English

development in the skills of speaking, listening, reading and writing, and in the areas of grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation and functional English The focus is on real English taught with a practical, communicative approach, with real-life activities in a fun and engaging environment Class sizes are small, so teachers can also respond directly

to individual students’ needs.

Key points

Highly qualified and experienced professional teachers

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Many of the teachers are teacher trainers

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Small classes for plenty of individual attention

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A practical, communicative approach to English

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A focus on real English, with engaging, real-life activities

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Lessons that are motivating and fun

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A great mix of students from all over the world

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Ongoing testing and assessment

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Academic counselling

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Course hours and duration

This course is available full time or part time

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The course duration is from two weeks to 48 weeks

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Full-time class hours are 20 hours per week

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Evening timetable also available, 20 hours per week

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Accreditation

NEAS (National ELT Accreditation Scheme)

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CRICOS Course Code: 062541B

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Levels of study

The course is offered at a number of different levels All

students are tested on their first day to ensure that they are

placed in the correct class for their English level Classes are

offered at the following levels

Elementary

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Pre-intermediate

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Intermediate

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Upper-intermediate

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Pre-advanced

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Ongoing testing and assessment measures students’ progress

throughout their study program

Sample weekly timetable*

MOndAy TueSdAy WedneSdAy ThuRSdAy FRIdAy

9.00 am –

10.30 am

Speaking:

weekend

anecdotes

Language: future intentions

Reading:

postcards

Language:

suggestions and offers

Future forms:

review

10.30 am –

10.45 am

Break Break Break Break Break

10.45 am –

12.15 pm

Reading:

ambitions

and goals

Vocabulary:

verb–noun collocations

Writing:

postcards

Language practice: school party

Language practice:

planning a weekend away 12.15 pm –

1.15 pm

Lunch Lunch Lunch Lunch Lunch

1.15 pm –

2.15 pm

Vocabulary:

ambitions

and goals

Speaking:

role play – holiday plans

Speaking skills:

social situations

Listening and speaking:

Australia Day weekend

Review of the week

2.15 pm –

3.15 pm

Optional

independent

study

Optional independent study

* Evening timetable hours 4.30pm–8.40pm

“ Thanks for the course! The teachers are very qualified,

attentive and friendly and they have really helped and

encouraged us There is a great atmosphere here and

I have really improved my English skills. ”

Gaelle Leroux (France)

Related couRses: This course can be packaged with English for Academic Purposes (see page 6), English for

Teaching Younger Learners (see page 10) and Certificate IV in TESOL (see page 12)

Pathways: English Advantage 4 EAP 4 Certificate IV in TESOL 4 Tertiary study

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This course is for students who want to develop their English in order to progress

to further study of their choice.

It focuses on all the skills necessary to participate in an academic and professional English environment – writing academic essays and reports, reading and interpreting academic material, listening in lectures and participating in tutorials and presentations.

Key points

A specific focus on understanding and using English

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appropriate to the academic environment

A focus on study skills and on independent learning

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Special IELTS and TOEIC preparation classes to improve

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students’ potential for success Highly qualified and experienced professional teachers

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Small classes for plenty of individual attention

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A practical, communicative approach to English

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Ongoing testing and assessment

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Academic counselling

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Sample weekly timetable

9.00 am – 10.30 am

Skills: reading – how to give

a presentation

Skills: lecture listening – note taking

Skills: listening – group tutorial

Skills: reading – discursive essay

Presentations with note taking

10.30 am – 10.45 am

10.45 am – 12.15 pm

Language:

cohesive devices

Study skills:

note taking

Functional language: giving and responding

to opinions

Skills: writing – discursive essay preparation

Presentations with note taking

12.15 pm – 1.15 pm

1.15 pm – 2.15 pm

Selection and research for presentation

Preparation for presentation

Speaking:

discussion on controversial topic

Vocabulary:

informal and formal language

Weekly review

2.15 pm – 3.15 pm

Optional independent study

Accreditation

Course content

Academic writing development

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Academic speaking development

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Academic listening development

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Academic reading development

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Development of language system

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Study skills and independent learning

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IELTS

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• and TOEIC exam preparation

12 weeks of full-time study per level

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20 hours per week

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Levels of study

This course is offered at two levels

EAP 1

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• is for students at a strong intermediate level (IELTS5.0)

EAP 2

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• is for students at upper-intermediate level (IELTS 5.5)

Pathways

Related couRses: This course can be packaged with English Advantage (see page 4), English for Teaching Younger Learners (see page 10) or Certificate IV in TESOL (see page 12)

Pathways: EAP 1 4 English for Teaching Younger Learners 4 EAP 2

EAP 2 4 Certificate IV in TESOL (8-week course) 4 Tertiary study

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CRICOS Course Code: 062542A

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Our preparation course is designed to

develop language skills and knowledge

for Intermediate to Advanced students and

serves as a great way to prepare for either

the general or academic IELTS test We focus

on improving your language and your

exam technique.

Key points

Have a clear focus to your study

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Study with more experienced teachers

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Increase your English language skills in the key IELTS

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test areas – Writing, Speaking, Listening and Reading

Build familiarity with the IELTS test format

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Practise a range of test-taking strategies within given

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time limits

Improve your opportunities for permanent residency

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in Australia

Study with other dedicated students

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Convenient CBD location

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If you are seeking a challenging, fast-paced course with a clear

academic focus, then the IELTS programme is for you!

Sample timetable – evening IeLTS Preparation Programmes

PART TIMe COuRSe

3 hours per evening

FuLL TIMe COuRSe

4 hours per evening

Lesson 1 5.30pm – 6.30pm 4.30pm – 6.30pm Break 6.30pm – 6.40pm 6.30pm – 6.40pm Lesson 2 6.40pm – 8.40pm 6.40pm – 8.40pm

Accreditation

12 weeks of full-time or part-time study per level

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15 or 20 hours per week

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A supportive learning environment

All of our staff have a keen interest in the quality of education

at our school Our students have a clear purpose to their studies and our teachers are dedicated to helping them achieve their goals Like all our staff the IELTS Preparation teachers have been selected for their experience and qualifications They are IELTS preparation specialists who have extensive experience teaching Academic English in Australia and overseas They have already achieved outstanding results and are passionate about their work and committed to the success of their students

Levels of study

Intermediate (IELTS 4.5–5.0) – for students aiming for

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IELTS 6.0 Upper Intermediate/Advanced (IELTS 5.5-6.5) – for students

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aiming for IELTS 7.0 and above

with my teacher We learn

a lot and I know my IELTS

exam will be easier next time

I think IH Sydney IELTS is a

Alejandro Poses (uruguay)

Related couRses: This course can be packaged with English Advantage (see page 4), English for Academic

Purposes (EAP) (see page 6)

Pathways: Tertiary study

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LANGUAGE TESTING SYSTEM) CRICOS Course Code: 062542A

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These courses prepare students to undertake the University of Cambridge First Certificate

in English (FCE) and Certificate in Advanced English (CAE) exams.

The Cambridge FCE and CAE exams are internationally recognised assessments of general English language proficiency at upper-intermediate and advanced level, respectively

They are for people who wish to demonstrate that they can use everyday written and spoken English for work or study purposes They comprise five practical, skills-based papers

in reading, writing, use of English (grammar), listening and speaking.

Completing the FCE or CAE Exam Preparation Course ensures that you have the best possible chance of success in the exam,

as well as in future studies and employment.

Course content

The courses are intensive, with a strong focus on developing the skills and confidence required to successfully complete the FCE or CAE exam

Students complete practical, real-life writing tasks including writing business letters, reading authentic texts to build vocabulary and practising professional interview techniques, while also building exam techniques, independent study skills and high-level English language proficiency

Both courses include practice tests, interviews and time-management skills in preparation for the exam

10-12 weeks of full-time study

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20 hours per week

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An additional 20 hours of independent study per week,

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focusing on exam techniques

At the end of the relevant course, students can sit the Cambridge FCE or CAE exam

entry criteria

Minimum 18 years of age

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FCE – upper-intermediate English level (IELTS Level 5.0)

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CAE – advanced English level (IELTS Level 6.0)

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Applicants complete a pre-course test and interview to determine their level of English and their chances of success

in the exams

Assessment

Progress is assessed in the form of regular classroom tests and assessment of classroom performance These assessments are designed to indicate proficiency in the areas covered in the exams

Recognition

The Cambridge FCE and CAE exams are widely recognised

by universities and employers worldwide

Certification

International House Sydney TTPC students who go on to successfully complete the Cambridge FCE or CAE exam receive a University of Cambridge Examination Certificate

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Cambridge Exam Preparation Courses

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FCe sample weekly timetable

9.00 am –

10.30 am

Vocabulary and speaking:

shopping

Reading:

shopaholics (gapped text technique)

Listening:

country and city (multiple-choice technique)

Preparing to write: renting

a property

Review of language

10.30 am –

10.45 am

10.45 am –

12.15 pm

Listening:

supermarket psychology (sentence completion)

Vocabulary:

phrasal verbs with ‘come’

Vocabulary:

towns and villages

Writing: emails

in formal and informal style

Timed exam practice

12.15 pm –

1.15 pm

1.15 pm –

2.15 pm

Language focus:

present perfect

Use of English:

sentence transformations with phrasal verbs

Language and speaking:

expressing preferences (exam technique)

Language:

contrasting ideas

Exam speaking practice

2.15 pm –

3.15 pm

Independent study

CAe sample weekly timetable

9.00 am –

10.30 am

Vocabulary and speaking: work

Listening:

job interview anecdotes (multiple matching exam technique)

Reading: working

in the fast lane (multiple-choice exam technique)

Listening: time management (sentence completion exam technique)

Review of language

10.30 am –

10.45 am

10.45 am –

12.15 pm

Reading and punctuation:

working from home

Language focus:

gerunds and infinitives

Language:

collocations with personality vocabulary

Vocabulary:

expressions with ‘time’

Timed exam practice

12.15 pm –

1.15 pm

1.15 pm –

2.15 pm

Formal letter writing: letter

of application

Speaking:

role play (job interviews)

Writing:

character references

Use of English:

keyword transformations

Exam speaking practice

2.15 pm –

3.15 pm

Independent study

FCE RElatEd CouRsEs: This course can be packaged with English Advantage (see page 4), EAP (see page 6)

or Certificate IV in TESOL (see page 12)

FCE Pathways: FCE Preparation Course 4 FCE Exam 4 Certificate IV in TESOL 4 Tertiary study

FCE Preparation Course 4 FCE exam 4 CAE Preparation course 4 CAE exam 4 Tertiary study

CaE RElatEd CouRsEs: This course can be packaged with English for Academic Purposes (see page 6) and

Certificate IV in TESOL (see page 12)

CaE Pathways: CAE Preparation Course 4 CAE Exam 4 Certificate IV in TESOL/CELTA 4 Tertiary study or

professional employment

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This course prepares students who have intermediate-level English or above to teach English to children aged four to 12 years It develops students’ own English skills, and introduces methods and activities for teaching younger learners Optional work experience in an accredited preschool can provide real teaching experience.

This course is also offered specifically for Japanese students through the J-Shine program.

Key points

Increase your own English skills

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Gain confidence and skills in teaching English to children

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Understand how children learn at different ages

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Gain skills in classroom management and lesson planning

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Course content

Language development: speaking, listening, reading, writing,

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vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation Teaching methodology for children, including using songs,

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stories, games and craft Demonstrations of classroom management

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Practice in creating lesson plans

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‘Teacher language’ lessons

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Teaching practice with colleagues

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Observation at real primary schools

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Optional work experience as a teacher’s assistant in a

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local preschool

entry criteria

Minimum 18 years of age

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Intermediate-level English

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Visas for holders of non-Australian passports

• Visitor visa • Working holiday visa • Student visa (ELICOS) Further details are available at www.immi.gov.au

Four weeks of full-time study

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80 class hours

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Optional: two weeks’ work experience in a preschool

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Students can start this course on any Monday

Assessment

Students are assessed on their overall performance in classroom activities, teaching practice and presentations There is no final exam

Accreditation

Certification

International House Sydney TTPC Certification is also issued on completion of the optional work-experience program

in various ways and it will be great for my future teaching back home It was also very useful for my English skills development and

eun Jin Chai (Korea)

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English for Teaching Younger Learners (TECSOL) CRICOS Course Code: 053722e

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