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Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL)
Have you dreamed of traveling the globe after graduation, teaching English to people in different countries and learning about their cultures along the way? A TEFL certificate can help make that dream a reality. There is a huge demand for English language teachers in far-flung countries such as China, United Arab Emirates, Thailand, Lesotho and South Korea. Pair this certificate with a major in linguistics, communications or business and set yourself up for a job right after getting your degree!
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of students are assigned multiple advisers devoted to guiding them through their four years at WOU
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of students who apply to WOU are selected for admission
student clubs and organizations are waiting to welcome you in
NCAA Division II student-athletes want to see you in the stands, cheering for the Wolves
Learning outcomes
- Prepares students for professional opportunities to respond to and take advantage of the new challenges of a global economy
- Positions students to work with English language learners who are learning English for educational, business or leisure reasons
- Help provide students with pathways to a career teaching in their first international/cross-cultural position
Career opportunities
- English teacher in foreign countries
- English teacher in the United States
- Social services worker
- Linguistics program designer