The TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) certificate builds into a bachelor’s degree in applied business management from BYU-Idaho and will help you gain entry-level marketable skills.
What skills will I develop with this certificate?
- Essential theories and basic principles of teaching English
- Best practices for effective instruction
- Ability to study language in a way that helps with teaching English
- Practical experience in teaching English
What types of jobs can I get with this certificate?
- English language instructor at private English institutes or businesses
- Not recommended: Public school teacher positions in developed countries
What are the technology requirements for this degree?
Lightweight Computing Required
This degree requires a laptop with ability to run Microsoft Office apps like Word and Excel. Learn more about the technology tools needed to succeed with each certificate and degree.
All degrees offered through BYU-Pathway are made up of three certificates. The second and third certificates are already determined. If you start with the TEFL certificate, these would be the certificates in your degree plan:
Note: Some students may have career plans that require a more customized degree. The professional studies degree allows you to pick any three certificates that you know will help you reach your goals. Otherwise, we recommend choosing a degree with a more direct path to a specific career. If you are interested in the professional studies degree, you will have the opportunity later to make changes to your degree plan.