An accredited certificate blending theory, methods and supervised practice, it upgrades your skills to teach English in college ESL programs, LINC centres and the online ESL market.
Cornerstone College of Alberta’s TESOL Advanced Certificate is Accredited by TESL Canada
Aligns with TESL Canada Accreditation means employers from Vancouver to Halifax instantly trust the credential.
College Issued Certificate + TESL Canada Standard
Practicum to ensure you can plan, teach and assess real classes on day one.
TEFL differ in scope and focus, with TESOL offering a more in-depth exploration of English teaching concepts within a Canadian learning context.

Earn a TESOL Advanced Certificate & TESL Canada‑recognised certificate.

A college‑issued letter that boosts your applications.

Résumé rewrite, interview preparation and tailored job leads.

Classroom‑ready ESL materials designed for Canada.
A Community for TESOL Learning
Introduction to ESL teaching and second‑language pedagogy.
Building effective lesson plans, structure and learning objectives.
Focus on grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation.
Methods for developing listening and reading comprehension.
Techniques to enhance speaking fluency and writing skills.
Designing and implementing student assessments.
A short description about the item and it's content
Supporting students with special needs and sourcing appropriate materials.




A bachelor’s degree (any field) is preferred, but we accept equivalent professional experience on a case-by-case basis
TOEFL 79-109, IELTS 6.5-7, Duolingo 115-135, CLB 8-9, CEFR C1, CELPIP 8-9 or Cornerstone Test 6.0-6.5.
Yes. It’s accredited by TESL Canada, so employers worldwide can verify it online.
Absolutely. The course is self-paced and fully online—study nights or weekends around your schedule.
1. Completion of high school (Canadian or equivalent, with 70% in English 12 recommended).
2. English proficiency: TOEFL 79-109, IELTS 6.5-7, Duolingo 115-135, CLB 8-9, CEFR C1, CELPIP 8-9 or Cornerstone Test 6.0-6.5.
3. Original ID 18+, (often required for teaching abroad).
You get 2 months of access, with optional extensions.
If you’d like to learn how the payment plan works, feel free to contact our sales representative for further discussion.



At Cornerstone College of Alberta, we believe education is the primary driver of opportunity. Our objective is to foster the intellectual growth and practical capabilities that enable our students to succeed in a globalized society.
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