About the course
Asian College of Teachers offers Certificate in Teaching English Phonetics to develop phonetics expertise in those planning to become pre and primary teachers. Any language learning requires proper pronunciation which plays a vital role. This course allows the teachers to understand the real problems behind improper and mispronunciations and look for strategies to correct them. This can be pursued by anyone willing to take up pre and primary teaching and can be completed along with a Diploma /Degree in Pre and Primary Teachers Training to upgrade their teaching prowess and approaches. This, in a way, can lead to a better understanding of pronunciations which will increase their possible job prospects and at the same time effective teaching can be conducted.
Key Information
Eligibility and Course Fee
- This is a concise and short course
- Both aspiring and experienced teachers can enrol in the course
- The course is reasonably priced at 10,030 INR
- Instalment payment option is also available
Teaching and Learning Modes
- The course duration is of 3 months covering 40 hours
- Candidates can apply for an online course from any part of the world
- Candidates can even opt for the completion of the course in the fast track mode
- Candidates having suitable computer knowledge and internet connection can opt for the online mode
Curriculum
Phase 1
- What is Grammar
- What is Phonology and Phonetics?
- Segmental and Supra segmental Phonology
Phase 2
- Organs of Speech
- Consonants
- Vowels
Phase 3
- Phonetic Transcription
- Stress and intonation
Phase 4
- Weak and strong forms
- Why teach pronunciation?
Admission and Support Services
- ACT's admission process is quite easy and compliant
- You can submit online application form
- ACT's admission department will contact the candidates via mail or over phone
- Any form of payment method can be opted (by using debit/credit card or by depositing cash, cheque or demand draft in ACT's bank account)
- Course guidance is provided by experienced and accomplished tutors
- Additional support of online videos and reference materials are given
- Queries can be emailed or discussed over phone between 10 am – 6 pm
Job prospects
Completion of the Certificate Course in Teaching English Phonetics carves out a path with numerous job prospects. The course provides job possibilities for aspirants which will be beneficial for them and is relevant for both new and experienced teachers. Aspirants who want to step into early education in the field of English language teaching need to develop strong pronunciation skills and need to know the mistakes commonly made by English learners. This course develops the strong skills and develops the ability in aspiring teachers to make an expert out of them in language teaching, this makes an aspirant confident enough to face any classroom environment.
Accreditation and Certification
- Globally recognised certificate from ACT
- The term 'online' is not mentioned in the certificates
- Shipping of certificates is done free of cost within India
- Candidates from the rest of the world have to pay an additional fee