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Overview
The certificate in Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) is designed for those already involved in
Christian ministry who are interested in teaching English as an additional avenue for outreach. This certificate
provides basic teaching theory and skills and an understanding of how language works. The Certificate in TEFL
program focuses on providing introductory level TEFL training for people who expect to be involved in adult
English teaching. (Students who desire more training in full-time TEFL should apply to the M.A. in TEFL/ICS
program.)
Objectives
The graduate will be able to demonstrate the following:
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Teach listening, speaking, reading, and writing at novice, intermediate, and advanced levels of proficiency
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Develop and evaluate language teaching materials
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Use English teaching as a ministry
Admission Requirements
Students must fulfill specific admission requirements prior to acceptance into the program (see Admissions for
detailed information). TEFL certificate students who want to pursue the M.A. in TEFL/ICS program must complete
additional admission requirements (including co-requisites) for that program.
Transfer Policy
No transfer credit is approved for this program. All courses must be taken at Columbia International University.
Time Limit
The time limit for completion of all requirements is two years, measured from the date a student enrolls in on-
campus coursework in the Certificate in TEFL program.
Completion Requirements
Students must complete 12.5 hours of specified coursework with a minimum GPA of 2.5 in order to receive the
certificate in TEFL.
TEFL Certificate
12.5
CHL 5001
Chapel 1
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LNG 5040
Methods & Techniques of Teaching Listening, Speaking, and
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Pronunciation
LNG 5045
Methods & Techniques of Teaching Reading, Writing, and Grammar 3
LNG 5710
Theoretical Foundations for Language Teaching
3
LNG 6650
English Syntax
3
LNG 6905
TEFL Practicum
.5
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