TEFL Course in San Jose, Costa Rica
What:
Intensive 150-hour 4-week program. Training in various aspects of grammar, teaching methods, and teaching tips are the focus of this program with supplemental practice teaching included.
When:
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*May 24 - June 18
*June 23 - July 20
*July 26 - August 20
*August 25 - September 21
*September 27 - October 22
*October 25 - November 19
*November 22 - December 17
Cost:
Tuition: $1600, Books and Materials: $120
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| * International: | +066.87.885.8622 |  |
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| * USA/Canada (Toll Free): | (877)865-5638 | ||
| * Australia: | 02-8014-9256 | ||
| * UK: | 020-3355-8505 | ||
You can pay with the above links or on the payment page after you enroll. Start your journey and Enroll Now.
$400 deposit (non-refundable). Payable via Paypal, Credit Card, or Phone. Remaining balance to be paid on arrival.
About San Jose
Located in Central Valley, San Jose is the capital and largest city in the beautiful Costa Rica (literally meaning “Rich Coast” in Spanish) and is the focal point for the country’s political and economic affairs. Surrounded by mountains, charming villages and vast coffee plantations, San Jose is a modern city that is bustling with commerce, art, architecture, and enjoys a steady, warm climate all year round as its mean elevation is some 1600 meters above sea level. There is an extensive variety of recreational activities and social options to be enjoyed here and whatever your interests - hiking, surfing, beach life, eco-tourism, museums, - you’ll find something that appeals to you. If a tropical paradise with pristine beaches appeals to you, San Jose is both a great place to work and study.
Even if you have never particularly been a nature enthusiast, you’ll find it impossible to ignore the rich variety of plants and animals throughout Costa Rica. Around 25% of the land mass here is within either a national park or a protected area, which is not in the least bit surprising for a country that harbors a full 5% of the world’s biodiversity but takes up only 0.1% of the worlds land mass. In the Corcovado National Park visitors can see all four of the Costa Rican monkey species as well as an abundance of other wildlife. The Tortuguero National Park, Totuguero meaning “Full of Tutles”, is the most important nesting site for the endangered green turtle. There is around 800 species of birds that have so far been identified in Costa Rica, the world’s fastest lizard, the spiny-tailed iguana, the rare South American Squirrel Monkey and many, many more.
Recreationally, enjoy the “Teatro Nacional de Costa Rica”,
or, National Theatre, which puts on various entertainment throughout the
year with its dance groups and orchestral music presentations, as does its
neighbor, The Melico Salazar theatre. You’ll find San Jose to be a lively place
night; EL Pueblo has a mix of around 50 bars, clubs, restaurants, shops and art
galleries for you to explore, as you wonder down the traditional cobblestone
streets you’ll find the place becomes much more animated around 9pm and goes
right through till dawn. While studying on the TEFL course you might want to
consider joining some of the local students in Calle de la Amargura, in San Pedro,
where you’ll find a wide selection of restaurants and bars at relatively low,
student prices. If you’re feeling adventurous one morning go and check out "El
Parque de Diversiones de Costa Rica", Costa Rica’s only theme park, it
is modeled on 19th century San Jose and inside you’ll find a great
many museums to explore.
For our TEFL students, San Jose is a great place to both study and work, when taking time out from the course you’ll never be short of things to explore. There are some excellent teaching opportunities to be had here; the Costa Rican people are constantly looking to improve their English language skills in order to progress in the jobs market - this is reflected by the number of language schools now in the area of San Jose. With all the schools, private tuition, language centers, business professionals and NGO’s around, you’ll soon find that there is plenty of opportunity to teach here, and the cheap prices allow you to enjoy a great lifestyle exploring all the wonders that San Jose has to offer. Sound interesting?
Course Structure
You'll be enrolled in a four-week, 150-hour intensive course designed to give you the skills to teach EFL anywhere in the world. There is 100 hours of classroom instruction, 25 hours of in-class time (both observation and practice teaching), and 25 hours of self-directed study and research.
The approach is a balanced one, with a high level of acedemic material coupled with extensive in-class time. You'll receive excellent instruction from experienced ESL trainers and gain from the insights their own careers have given them.
Accreditation
The school is accredited by way of partnership with INTESOL Worldwide with Ascentis in the United Kingdom, and as such meets the strict requirements of The British Council.
Features and Benefits
Our well-equipped school facilities and friendly staff are prepared to make your course run smoothly and successfully. Your course price includes:
- * 24/7 Emergency contact number
- * Free Spanish and English tutoring
- * Free wifi and access to internet-connected computers
- * Free Salsa lessons
- * Monthly party with open bar
- * Saturdy Movie Nights
- * Free coffee and tea
Accommodation
There are a plethora of options for students' accommodations with this location so that you'll find something that suits your budget and preferences, including:
- * Bed & Breakfast (and Lunch and Dinner!): stay at a warm, family-owned B&B, with breakfasts lunches, and dinners provided for you seven days a week.
- * Family Stay: deepen your cultural experience and language learning by living with a family during your course. The families are pre-approved, with meals included, and most situations provide a private room and shared bath.
- * Hostel: save money and live within 5-10 minutes of the school! The hostel options are clean and well-kept.
- * Apartments: these are available in private or shared situations and feature kitchens and utensils for which to prepare your own food. Shared apartments are available on a limited basis.
- * 3-Star Hotel: there are two hotels in the immediate area and include all of the amenities you'd expect from such accommodations.
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