The American Language Institute, one of the largest and most highly regarded university-based ESL programs in the U.S., has been training teachers of ESL/EFL in the latest TESOL methodologies since 1981.

Our 130-hour amTEFL is specifically designed for those without prior teaching experience who want to live and work abroad.

We offer a concrete education and theoretical background in TEFL methodology, mentoring by veteran teachers, and observed practice teaching experience. After completing the amTEFL course, our graduates are well prepared to enter the international job market with a toolset of skills and a solid foundation in TEFL methodology on which they can build their career.

• A rigorous and intensive, yet practical, 130-hour, 4-week TEFL certification course
• Lifetime job placement assistance: we are dedicated to placing our graduates into quality teaching positions overseas. The ALI has established a substantial network of global partners since its inception in 1974.
• Highly experienced trainers
• Three units of graduate credit (optional)*

• Bachelor's degree and an interview
• No prior teaching experience is required

For additional information and online application, please visit www.americanlanguage.org/amtefl.html or contact the ALI at (619) 594-5907.

*Three units of SDSU graduate transfer credit available at an additional cost.