Arizona State University TESOL

A credential for teaching English abroad or online

This beginner-level program from Arizona State University trains learners to teach English as a second or foreign language, blending classic pedagogy with digital teaching methods. The "Train the Trainer" component stands out — it points toward preparing not just classroom lessons but the ability to train other instructors, which broadens where this credential can be applied.

Who it's for

Aspiring English teachers, people planning to teach abroad, and anyone building a side income through online tutoring will find this directly relevant. It doesn't require a teaching background going in; the emphasis on verbal communication skills and critical thinking alongside language pedagogy suggests it's building a well-rounded instructor rather than just a lesson-plan library.

• Digital pedagogy for online and hybrid classrooms
• English language teaching fundamentals
• Train-the-trainer skills for scaling instruction to others

With over 102,000 learners, it's a genuinely popular route into English-teaching careers.