Master’s Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)
The Master's Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) is designed as a professional qualification for in-service teachers and candidates with a background in education, language studies, linguistics or a related field.
The TESOL master’s certificate can lead to TESOL instructor jobs in Canada or overseas.
This part-time program consists of five courses. The frequency of course offerings means that students can take up to two courses per year in this program.
All of our graduate certificate programs have been designed by faculty members with expertise in their respective academic areas. We are committed to preparing and strengthening educational leaders and lifelong learners.Quick Facts
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Why Study Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages at the University of Regina?
Students will have the opportunity to learn from and with some of the leading scholars in various areas such as language issues in settler colonialism, critical pedagogy, anti-oppressive education and teacher activism, open education, networked learning, digital citizenship, critical media literacy, and more.
The Faculty of Education is committed to enacting social and ecological justice, Indigenization, sustainability, cultural and linguistic diversity, life-long learning, and the collaborative processes that flourish in a community of caring and mutual respect.Master degree credit
Graduates can ladder into the Master of Education in Teaching, Learning and Leadership (MEd TLL), or the Master of Education in Adult Education and Human Resource Development (MEd AHRD). Earn credit towards a Master’s degree without fully committing to the program. Students can hold a Master’s certificate and a Master’s degree concurrently.Flexibility
Domestic students can register part-time while they continue to hold full-time employment. This allows you to continue succeeding in your career while pursuing valuable education.Supports
You will have access to a variety of student supports including dedicated Graduate Program assistants and a funding and scholarship facilitator, as well as supplemental instruction including information sessions, presentations, and workshops on a variety of topics like APA style, literature review, academic writing, and more.Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
The University of Regina is committed to the principles of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion, and we believe that our student body and workforce should reflect the diversity of our community. More than 15 per cent of U of R students self-declare as Indigenous. We recognize our ongoing commitment to the Truth and Reconciliation process through teaching, research, learning, and service efforts across our campuses. We are committed to:
- Improving supports for Indigenous students, faculty, and staff
- Incorporating Indigenous ways of knowing into teaching and research
- Providing educational opportunities and experience across the province
Indigenous Initiatives
The U of R’s initiatives to help support Indigenous students include:
- ta-tawâw Student Centre
- nitôncipâmin omâ Student Success Program (The OMA Program)
- Indigenous Social Work and Education programs
- Indigenous Advisory Circle and its Indigenization Fund
- Hiring of the Associate Vice-President (Indigenous Engagement)
Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages Frequently Asked Questions
Applicants must meet the entrance requirements of the Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research.
Meeting the minimum requirements is not a guarantee of acceptance into the program. Admission is subject to availability of space.
For more information about admission requirements, refer to the graduate calendar.EC&I 854 Social & Political Issues in Second Language Education
An examination of social identity, first language maintenance, and power relations, and their impact on the nature of second language teaching. Students gain knowledge about major arguments on these topics and also explore how various theories and perspectives can be incorporated in their own research and practice.
EC&I 858 Theories and Research in Second Language Acquisition, Bilingualism & Multilingualism
This course examines current theories and research in second language acquisition, bilingualism and multilingualism and makes connections between this research and the teaching and learning of additional languages. The primary focus of the course is oral language development. Research methodology for studying language acquisition will also be examined.
EC&I 865 Curriculum and Instruction in Second Language Education
Drawing on current theories of second language learning, this course examines second language education in language and content lessons. Topics include the history of second language teaching; issues in pedagogical practice; assessment; curriculum innovation and the design of learning activities and assessment in a variety of settings and programs.
What Can You Do With a Master’s Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages?
Upon successfully completing your Master’s Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages, you will be ready for the next step of your career.
Some of the jobs that graduates go on to include:- TESOL instructors
- Teachers
- Instructional designers
- EAL administrator
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