NKNU-International TESL (EMI emphasis) Certificate
(Teaching English as a Second Language)
國立高雄師範大學 國際英語師資訓練課程
NKNU TESL(EMI emphasis) Certificate
(Teaching English as a Second Language)
This internationally recognized Certificate (NKNU-INT-TESL) offers you a niche to boost your ESL teaching skills and competence needed to teach in an ESL context.
In 2018, Taiwan's Government mandated a policy to develop a bilingual nation by 2030 to enhance Taiwan's international competitiveness and improve citizen's English proficiency. In response to the policy, there is a high demand for English native-speaking teachers who are able to teach English or use English as a medium to teach subject content at K1-K12 levels.
International education serves as a strong engine of social development and economic growth. Training in NKNU-Int-TESL certificate courses will offer you valuable tool and competitive advantages for job market and international mobility. Foreign teachers are welcome to teach in Taiwan. If you can obtain an internationally recognized teaching certificate, you can strengthen the competitiveness of your teaching career.
Get the certificate awarded by NKNU and to be qualified for the teaching profession in Taiwan.
The certificate courses are designed by professional ESL teachers who have been teaching for more than 10 years. They
integrate teaching practice and theoretical training, and provide the solid
training courses.
Who will Benefit?
The program is ideal for
- Foreign English teachers mainly in Taiwan or Asia
- Educators who are interested in the field of international ESL education, wishing to incorporate new knowledge, or boost English teaching skills
Qualification 【Entry requirements】:
Native English speakers with high school diplomas or other advanced degrees. Non-native speakers with TOEFL score of 90 or IELTS band score of 6.0 or above are eligible. A face-to-face or internet interview might be conducted to assess a participant's overall English ability.Awards
Get the certificate awards by NKNU and
to be qualified for the teaching profession in Taiwan.
"TESL Professional Certificate" for completion of 35 hours of In-Class Practical Courses
"NKNU-International TESL (EMI emphasis) Certificate" upon completion of total 90 hours course and achieved an average score of 70 or higher.
COURSE INFORMATION

Program Highlights
- Teaching principles of different age groups and different levels
- English teaching methods and learning methods in Taiwanese K1-K12 contexts
- The use of auxiliary teaching aids and teaching materials
- Learning how to design lesson plans and class management
- Learning how to evaluate class effectiveness
- Valuable tips for learner motivation and interaction
- ESL Course preparation and expert feedback
- ESL Course observation
- Professional enrichment and development
- Networks and
exchanges with like-minded colleagues

•35 hours •
In-Class
Practical Courses
interactive course content, combined with English professional course content, focusing on practical teaching skills practice, English teaching methods, curriculum designs, and class management.

•30 hours •
Online Courses
focuses on different teaching theories

•7 hours •
Classroom Observation
live/online
observation of English classes that will allow you to better understand
classroom management

•18 hours •
Seminar/ Workshop
improve the professional skill of teachers