Upgrade course designed exclusively for Level 2 course graduates to give more depth on phonetics, phonology and linguistics. Leads to a prestigious ACTDEC Level 3 certificate. Please note that trainees who already hold a CELTA, Trinity TESOL or ITTO 140 hour course are also welcome to apply for the Upgrade Level 3 programme. 

This course consists of 100 hours of core linguistics and phonetics/phonology. Dig deep into our language and become familiar with concepts that few other TEFL training providers. In the module on Phonetics and Phonology, you’ll learn phonemic script, understand why different nationalities struggle with English pronunciation, how sounds are produced in the vocal tract, the importance of intonation and stress – and plenty more. In the Linguistics module, you’ll learn about the history of English Language Teaching (ELT) before coming on to study Language and Power, Multilingual Speech Communities and the role of technology as part of our section on Sociolinguistics.

Comprehensive introductions to Applied Linguistics and Language Development are also included in this module. Completely new and up-to-date, with over 150 links to websites where you can extend your knowledge and research, the course contains some of the best audio and video to bring the course to life and illustrate key concepts.

Ideal if: 

you hold an ACTDEC Level 2 qualification (from Global English or another ACTDEC accredited course provider) and:

• Want even more depth and knowledge of the English language and learning issues
• You are already teaching and wish to formalise your experience with a high level qualification
• You have an interest in how English works and the issues some nationalities face learning the language
• You are looking for an advanced qualification in TESOL and a prestigious ACTDEC level 3 certificate
• You want all certification fees included in the price

Why this course?

Our guided, tutor-supported programme gives you the chance to build on the essential components of English language teaching covered in your Level 2 TESOL. This 100 hour Level 3 element then goes deeper into the Phonetics, Phonology and Linguistics to give you a fuller appreciation of your students’ needs, equipping you to help them improve their English while giving you a unique, high-level qualification to help you stand out in the TESOL world.

*Please note – this course is now full ACTDEC accredited. See the 'student comments' section for auditor comments on our course. 
 

How the course works

As soon as you register and pay for your course by credit card, debit card or PayPal, you'll get directed to log in to your personal student area where you can message your tutor, download your course and view the latest TESOL jobs worldwide via our jobs feed.

After downloading your first module (there are 3 in total, the final one containing your Final Assignment topics only) you can work offline when you want to. There are short tasks and in-depth activities throughout the course to complete.

When complete, simply upload your modules via your student area and get full feedback from your tutor. We've made this course as flexible and easy for you to access as possible.

You are graded by continuous assessment. There is nothing taken under formal exam conditions.  Your final award is graded on the following scale: A, B or Pass and this is shown on your Global English Certificate.

You will need to purchase a copy of Crystal’s ‘A Dictionary of English Phonetics and Linguistics’ and possibly one or two other titles on Phonetics, Phonology and Linguistics. You can see details of the recommended reading list in the course itself or find out more from our book shop page, which links to Amazon.

Eligibility

Our courses are open to all native and non-native English speakers with good written and spoken English. If you are a non-native English speaker, please see the course eligibility requirements on our FAQ page.  Remember you can always ask us if you are not sure about your level of English.

Applicants should be 17 years or older, with a Global English (or other ACTDEC Accredited) Level 2 certificate, with a good standard of education or significant life experience. If you would like any advice on this, please contact us on +44 (0) 1392 411 999.

Duration

This 2 module + Final Assignment course is approx. 100 study hours and typically takes 12-24 weeks to complete  but you can go faster or slower than that if you wish. Because many of our trainees are balancing work/life commitments, we go at your speed and allow up to 18 months for course completion. You can check out what’s covered on your course on the course content page.

This is the 5th online course that I have done with Global English. I completed the Cert.(ES)TESOL Level 2 course in February 2008, and have since done the Business English course, the English Grammar course, TEYL and now the Cert.(TM)TESOL Level 3 up-grade course.

I thought about it for some time, but decided to do the Level 3 up-grade course for two reasons - interest in the subjects, and to continue my professional development. I found the Level 3 up-grade course very thought provoking. The background knowledge of phonetics and phonology in Module 1 was very interesting, as was the introduction to linguistics covered in Module 2.

The Final Assignment was the most challenging part of the course. Researching the distinction between language acquisition and language learning is relevant for English language teachers, and evaluating my own experience of language learning and teaching helped to make it more personal and memorable.

I've learned so much, and look forward to putting some of that knowledge to good use.

I have found all the tutors at GE to be very professional, and the service is outstanding. Course work is marked quickly, and queries are often answered the same day. My tutor was very supportive, and she always gave very helpful comments on my work. Thank you, Clare, for all your help and encouragement.

I'm a bit sad that I have finished with GE, but am happy with the time that I was a GE trainee. Many thanks to everyone at Global English.

Carol King

Great clarity: the reader knows what is being presented, why, and what is expected from them, and where they are in relation to everything else in the course - clear well-thought out progression

There is continual encouragement for 'Further Research' for those wishing to go a bit deeper / build up their teaching material/examples, as well as many original teaching ideas.

There is continual support and reassurance and students are always clear how many points are awarded for a certain tasks.

Deputy Chair of the ACTDEC Independent Accreditation Panel:
Ian Marvin BA(Jt Hons), MA(ELT) 

Level 2 has been a great investment and my new Head wrote to congratulate me and has earmarked me for a payrise in September. I loved the study booklets and the clear practical explanations and suggestions.

I am due to teach at summer school again so there is a possibility of starting Level 3 at the end of August. I am going to do Level 3 - I am just deciding when.

Does level 3 have nice study booklets too?

Rosemary Edney

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