Specialized
TESOL
Teaching English Learners with Special Needs TELSN
Certificate Program – 60 Hours | Online | 3 to 8 Weeks
Course Description
This fully online, 60-hour certificate program is designed for TESOL-certified educators who want to specialize in inclusive ESL teaching. Grounded in Canadian and global inclusive education frameworks, TELSN offers practical tools, real scenarios, and adaptive strategies to support diverse learners through inclusive, learner-centered instruction.
Who Should Take This Course?
* Certified TESOL teachers working with diverse or exceptional learners
* Educators aiming to specialize in inclusive ESL or EFL instruction
* Teachers looking to update their skills using assistive and student-centered approaches
What You’ll Learn
* Apply inclusive frameworks (UDL, MTSS, IEPs) to ESL teaching
* Design differentiated lessons for four language skills
* Use multisensory methods to teach grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation
* Implement behavior strategies (FBA/BIP) and manage classrooms proactively
* Integrate assistive tools and collaborate with families and specialists
Score Guides Academy Experience
* 100% online – study anytime, anywhere
* Personal course supervisor for guidance
* Interactive content on our Moodle platform
* Job support for inclusive ESL teaching roles
Tuition
CAD $660 – Includes admission, full access, instructor support, and both digital and printed graduation documents.
Employment Opportunities
Graduates will be qualified to teach ESL to learners with special needs in public and private schools, inclusive classrooms, online tutoring platforms, and TESOL teacher training settings.
Course Modules
MODULE 1: Understanding Learners with Special Needs
Explore the fundamentals of special education, including key disabilities, and how they relate to TESOL practice.
MODULE 2: Lesson Planning for Diverse Needs
Design inclusive ESL lesson plans using differentiation, scaffolding, and IEP goals.
✔ Mini-Project 1: Creating an inclusive classroom activity
MODULE 3: Teaching the Four Language Skills
Inclusive strategies for teaching listening, speaking, reading, and writing.
✔ Mini-Project 2: Designing 4 inclusive teaching scenarios
MODULE 4: Teaching Language Components
Design adapted grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation lessons using multisensory tools.
✔ Mini-Project 3: Designing 3 sub-skill learning activities
MODULE 5: Assessment & Behavior Support
Build flexible assessments and apply FBA/BIP strategies for ESL students.
✔ Final Mini-Project: Completing video-based observations and reflection
MODULE 6: Resources, Tools & Professional Growth
Discover inclusive teaching tools, assistive technologies, and collaboration strategies.
Enrollment Requirements
*Hold a TESOL certificate OR a related credential (e.g., B.A./M.A./Ph.D. in English or Education).
* Have classroom experience with English learners & be interested in inclusive ESL education
This program has open enrollment and no fixed start date — you can begin anytime after a short 3-day admission process.
Delivery & Duration
* Mode: Fully online (Synchronous & asynchronous) via Moodle
* Duration: Flexible – complete in 3 to 8 weeks
* Instructor Support: Two 1:1 sessions with your instructor included
Assessment & Certification
Participants complete 3 mini-projects, 6 quizzes, 6 forum posts, and 1 final observation project.
Upon completion, they receive:
✔ A digital certificate with verification ID
✔ An official transcript with observation grade
✔ A LinkedIn-ready digital badge
How to Apply?
To get started, simply send us an email at [email protected] to request the application form.
Accreditation
This program is fully accredited by TESL Canada.
