Am i required to have a dgree for a TESL? or is there any programs not requiring it?

Question

Am i required to have a dgree for a TESL? or is there any programs not requiring it?

Answer 1

Usually it's either an MA or a certificate, both of which require a BA first.

Answer 2

Several TESL/TEFL programs do not require a degree   though it is advisable to have one.

Those holding one have more chances to land a good job as opposed to those with only a high school diploma.

CELTA, CerTESOL, for example, only require a high school diploma and being older than 18.

Answer 3

I think you are asking if you have to have a degree to teach English as a second language.   The answer is no - in communities that offer English as a volunteer course - you may get paid nothing or very little.

If you are asking about teaching in a school or university or overseas - you have to have credentials like everyone else.

I have a Master's in English with a rider to teach ESL.   But I still have to pass the state tests, get teacher's certificates, etc.

Answer 4

If you want to teach ESL in a language school overseas, you need at least a bachelor's degree. If you want to teach in the school system, you will need a teaching certificate. University jobs usually require a Ph.D. although some universities will hire M.A.s as well.

Look at the websites below for more info about teaching overseas: