Course Overview

The Certificate in Teaching English Phonetics offered by Asian College of Teachers is specifically designed for primary educators, recognizing that phonetic knowledge is a crucial component of English language teaching. The course helps teachers identify the root causes of mispronunciation, such as tongue placement errors, and apply strategies to correct them efficiently, accelerating learning outcomes. Participants learn techniques to develop accurate articulation of English while overcoming mother tongue influences.

When combined with a Diploma in Pre and Primary Teacher Training, this course provides an additional certification in English phonetics, enhancing teaching credentials and career prospects. Beyond professional growth, it equips teachers with the skills needed to teach pronunciation effectively, making it an ideal program for educators teaching English at the primary level.

Asian College of Teachers (ACT) offers this program as part of its wide range of KHDA-approved courses, in collaboration with a Dubai-based KHDA-approved training centre.

Specializations

The Certificate in Teaching English Phonetics equips primary and pre-primary educators with essential skills to teach accurate pronunciation and articulation. Key focus areas include:

  • Explore English sounds, stress, intonation, and pronunciation rules.
  • Identify common mispronunciations due to tongue placement, mother tongue influence, and articulation errors.
  • Apply practical strategies to help learners correct pronunciation efficiently.
  • Build student confidence in speaking and improve overall language fluency.

Course Fee

The Certificate in Teaching English Phonetics is available at 10,030 INR.

Modes

The course is offered in online mode, allowing participants to study from anywhere at their own pace.

Curriculum

Phase 1

  • What is Phonology and Phonetics?
  • Segmental and Suprasegmental Phonology

Phase 2

  • Organs of Speech
  • Consonants
  • Vowels

Phase 3

  • Phonetic Transcription
  • Stress and Intonation

Phase 4

  • Weak and Strong Forms
  • Why Teach Pronunciation?

Support

  • Complete guidance from experienced tutors throughout the course.
  • Doubt resolution via email or live chat.
  • Access to study materials, videos, and reference resources to facilitate self-paced learning.

Job Opportunities

Graduates of this program can explore opportunities as:

  • Primary/Pre-primary Teachers
  • ESL/Phonetics Trainers
  • Language Lab Instructors
  • Online English Tutors
  • Curriculum Developer for English Language Learning

The course is also ideal for educators aspiring to enhance their classroom teaching and English pronunciation skills, both locally and globally.

Certification

  • The candidates will receive a globally recognized certificate from Asian College of Teachers (ACT).
  • Shipping of certificates within India is conducted free of charge.
  • All ACT courses are accredited by the International Association for Quality Assurance in Higher Education (QAHE).
  • The Accreditation Service for International Schools, Colleges and Universities (ASIC), a member of the British Quality Foundation, has accredited Asian College of Teachers (ACT).
  • The prestigious Education Quality Accreditation Commission (EQAC) has accredited Asian College of Teachers (ACT), confirming that it meets all the standards set by the Commission.
  • ACT courses are certified by the CPD Certification Service UK.
  • ACT is a member of the International Association for Language Learning Technology (IALLT).
  • ACT also has academic collaboration with Europass, one of the largest providers of Teacher Training Courses in Europe.
  • All ACT courses are endorsed by NCC Education, an awarding organisation and a global provider of British education.