Teaching English to Young Learners Course (60 Hours)
Young Learners Teacher Training (YL) is a 60-hour online course in teaching English to children and teenagers: the four skills for young learners, the difference between learning and acquisition, positive correction and assessment, and classroom management. It has five modules, is designed for up to 4 months and costs US$130, £110 or ₹9,000 plus GST.
Who this course is for
- TEFL teachers heading to schools, kindergartens or academies
- Online tutors teaching children
- Primary and pre-primary teachers who teach English
What you will learn
- Make English lessons engaging for children
- Teach listening, speaking, reading and writing to young learners
- Correct and assess in a positive way
- Manage lively young-learner classes
Why teach young learners
Children and teenagers make up the largest group of English learners in the world, especially in Asia, the Middle East and Latin America. Schools, kindergartens, academies and online platforms all need teachers who can keep young learners engaged and make progress visible to parents.
What the five modules cover
- Listening, speaking, reading and writing for children
- The difference between learning and acquisition, and what it means for young learners
- Positive correction and child-friendly assessment
- Classroom management and routines for lively classes
- Creative activities: songs, stories, games and movement
Teaching children online
Online children's classes need energy, props, clear gestures and short activities. The same principles of routine, praise and visual support apply. If you plan to teach children online, combine this course with the 120-hour Certificate and see our guide to teaching English online.
Age range
London College of Teachers' pages describe the course both as for learners up to age 16 and for ages 3 to 12. Ask admissions to confirm the focus before you enrol.
How it fits your pathway
Young Learners is a stand-alone 60-hour course and one of the specialisms inside the Advanced Diploma. Most teachers combine it with the 120-hour TEFL Certificate.
A sample young-learner lesson
A lesson for eight-year-olds might open with a song, introduce five animal words with pictures and actions, practise them with a game, use them in a short story and finish with a quick, positive review. The course shows you how to plan short, varied stages that keep children focused.
Time and cost
The course is 60 hours, designed for up to 4 months, and costs US$130, £110 or ₹9,000 plus GST.
Where young-learner teachers work
- Language centres and academies in Asia and the Middle East
- Kindergartens and bilingual schools
- Online platforms for children
- Primary and pre-primary schools teaching English
Young Learners Teacher Training syllabus
5 modules: the four skills for children, learning vs acquisition, evaluation and correction, classroom management and methods
Fees and study time
The Young Learners (YL) costs US$130, £110 or ₹9,000 + GST. It is designed for up to 4 months of self-paced study. Compare all fees and payment options.
Entry requirements
Good English communication. No degree or teaching experience is needed to enrol, although many countries ask for a degree for teaching visas.
How you are assessed
Each module ends with multiple-choice questions, and the answer key is emailed to you so you can review your work. Tutors review your assignments and you complete a final assignment before certification. The course uses Communicative Language Teaching (CLT).
Teaching practice
Teaching practice is optional but strongly recommended if you have never taught. Arrange sessions with a school or institute near you, and London College of Teachers will provide a recommendation letter for the internship.
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Frequently asked questions
What age range does the course cover?
Confirm with admissions: London College of Teachers' pages describe both 'up to 16' and 'ages 3 to 12'.
Is it enough on its own?
It is a specialisation; combine it with the 120-hour TEFL Certificate for most jobs.
How long is the Young Learners course?
60 hours, designed for up to four months of self-paced study.
Can I teach kindergarten with this course?
It covers teaching English to children; kindergarten roles may also ask for an early-years qualification.
Can I teach children online with it?
Yes. Combine it with the 120-hour Certificate for online children's platforms.
