TESOL Certificate
At A Glance
Program Type
Certificate
Accreditation
Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU)
Opportunity
Internationally-recognized qualification to teach English abroad
Versatility
TESOL can be studied by any major
The TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) Certificate provides a basic foundation for students interested in teaching English to non-native speakers. Whether you envision yourself teaching English as a foreign language overseas or tutoring and teaching in local church or community programs, this program equips you with the tools to communicate effectively, bridge cultural gaps and make a meaningful impact.
You’ll gain essential skills in language instruction, cultural awareness, and lesson planning. You will graduate prepared for service in both professional and volunteer roles.
Program Distinctives Why Pursue a TESOL Certificate at George Fox?
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Travel: A TESOL certificate can open up doors for travel and employment around world! From Korea to Croatia, or Egypt to Ecuador, people are seeking professionals to teach English language learners. You never know where God and a TESOL certificate will take you.
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Increased Earnings: A TESOL certificate could improve your salary outcome, giving you a competitive edge in the market because it demonstrates your intercultural, linguistic, and grammar skills.
Courses / Curriculum What Will I Study?
Building Confidence Abroad: A Path from Newberg Classrooms to the Czech Republic
When Emmy King started studying at George Fox University, she never imagined that she would move to the Czech Republic to teach English upon graduation. But after earning her TESOL certificate and winning the competitive Fulbright ETA, she packed her bags and moved to Kutná Hora, a small town about the size of Newberg, about an hour east of Prague.
As an English major, Emmy became interested in the international travel opportunities made possible by a TESOL certificate, so she enrolled in the program and began teaching with the Community Language Classes in Newberg (a joint-venture between the Newberg School District, Friendsview, and George Fox University).
After exploring some different opportunities to teach abroad, Emmy decided to apply for the Fulbright ETA Award. Despite the odds—the Fulbright has a 15% acceptance rate for the Czech Republic—Emmy was selected for the 2025-2026 school year.
Emmy King
I didn't know that teaching English abroad was a viable option until I took the TESOL courses at Fox and started talking with professors about their own experiences. Even as I was in the process of applying for the Fulbright, I was battling doubts. Was I really the type of person who could teach abroad? Was it even worth a shot? But the faculty in the English Department wouldn't let me give up. They helped me edit my application, wrote me letters of recommendation, and encouraged me to keep going. I couldn't have done this without them.
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