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Chiang Mai, August 7 - September 4, 2008
Bangkok, November 6 - December 3, 2008
 
Bangkok, February 26 - March 25, 2009
Bangkok, June 11 - July 8, 2009

The SIT TESOL Certificate course is an intensive 130-hour ESL/EFL teacher training course which provides participants with the skill and confidence needed to succeed in the language classroom. The SIT Certificate is recognized worldwide, and is offered at centers in Asia, Australia, Africa, North and South America and Europe.

About AUA Language Center
AUA has been Thailand's leading provider of English language instruction since its inception in 1952. With 21 branches spread throughout the Kingdom, it has provided language instruction to over 400,000 students.

About SIT
The School for International Training (SIT) is a graduate school located in Vermont, USA. It has been a leader in the field of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) for more the 30 years. It is recognized worldwide for the excellence of its teacher training programs.

Where can I take the course?

We now have two training sites in Thailand.

  • Bangkok: AUA Rajadamri, 179 Rajadamri Rd., near Lumpini Park.
  • Chiang Mai: AUA Chiang Mai, near the Tapae Gate. Click here for details about courses in Chiang Mai.

Click here for course dates.

Why study with us?

Combining the local knowledge of AUA and the international expertise of SIT, the SIT TESOL Course in Thailand offers unique advantages:

  • Worldwide recognition. Graduates from the SIT Certificate Course are now teaching English throughout the world.
  • The biggest EFL provider in Asia. This means plenty of opportunity to practice teaching real students in real classes.
  • High quality trainers. Trainers have Masters degrees in the field and a wealth of practical experience in Asia and beyond.
  • Experiential learning. Participants learn to make sense of their own experiences. This ensures that your growth as a teacher will continue long after the course has finished.
  • Fewer participants, more trainers. With only 12 participants per course and an average of 3 trainers, you'll receive plenty of personal attention.
  • Job placement assistance. AUA regularly hires teachers and can also provide information about local and international schools and colleges.
  • Visa assistance. You'll receive all the visa guiadance and support necessary.

Who should take the course?

The course is suitable for anyone interested in developing as an EFL/ESL teacher.

  • Novice teachers: The course offers solid, practical, teaching techniques to ensure you enter the classroom with confidence.
  • More experienced teachers: Through a process of reflection, more experienced teachers are able to explore and critique their teaching, leading to positive changes. They will also be able to explore a wide range of teaching and classroom management techniques.
  • Non-native speakers. It's not only native speakers who can teach English. The course is open to anyone who can function fully in an English-speaking environment.

Why take a TEFL/TESL course in Thailand?

Thailand really does have some unique advantages:

  • Cheap living expenses, including affordable apartments, hotels, and guest houses.
  • A vast array of job opportunities - in Bangkok, in provincial Thailand, and in neighboring countries.
  • Easy access to AUA. For example, AUA Bangkok is only a 5-minute walk from Ratchadamri Skytrain station.

 

Future Courses:
    Chiang Mai, August 7 - September 4, 2008
 
    Bangkok, November 6 - December 3, 2008
 
    Bangkok, February 26 - March 25, 2009
    Bangkok, June 11 - July 8, 2009
    Chiang Mai, August 6 - September 3, 2009
    Bangkok, November 5 - December 2, 2009



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