The CTESL program, like other TESL certificate / TEFL certificate programs, prepares teachers of English as a second language (TESL) and English as a foreign language (TEFL) for adult learners.  This is a 5 credit program for students who already have a degree in Linguistics or another subject, or who are currently enrolled in an honours degree program at Carleton University. Others with a strong academic background or extensive experience in the teaching of English as a second or foreign language (ESL/EFL) may also be admitted to the program with the permission of the School of Linguistics and Language Studies.

The five credits of the program (4.0 required credits plus 1.0 optional credits) must be completed at Carleton.  The program also includes a mandatory teaching practicum.  

Detailed course information is available on the Undergraduate Calendar. 

Students may earn a concurrent CTESL as part of an Honours BA in Linguistics and Applied Linguistics & Discourse Studies, or as part of a Combined Honours BA in Linguistics and Applied Linguistics & Discourse Studies and another discipline, or as part of an Honours degree in another discipline.

The program can be completed in one year of full-time study, or students may take courses part-time until they have the necessary five course credits. Interested persons should consult the Carleton University Class Schedule for details on scheduling.

Note: This program description should be read in conjunction with the current Carleton University Calendar.