In-Class TESOL Course
TESOL Training for teaching English in Cambodia and Vietnam
At a glance: A 3.5-week, classroom-based, Australian Government-regulated TESOL program delivered in an actual ESL teaching environment in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. Features include moderated assessment, guided observation, and teaching practice with real ESL learners, plus structured in-country support.
Fee: US $1,657
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Overview
The In-Class TESOL Program at AVSE is purpose-designed for aspiring ESL educators who want to teach English in Cambodia or Vietnam and value face-to-face training in an interactive learning environment. Delivered exclusively in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, the program addresses a common limitation of online-only TESOL courses by placing trainees within an actual ESL teaching environment from the outset.Participants develop essential teaching skills through structured coursework, supervised lesson planning, observed teaching practice, and guided feedback from experienced trainers and support staff. The program leads to an internationally recognised TESOL qualification (Australian Government-regulated) and provides clear teaching pathways in Southeast Asia. Graduates may remain in Cambodia to pursue local ESL teaching roles, or transition to teaching in Vietnam with direct support from AVSE.
Training Location: Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Phnom Penh, Cambodia, is AVSE’s regional training base in Southeast Asia and the delivery location for the In-Class TESOL Program. It provides a stable, practical setting for face-to-face TESOL training in a live ESL school environment.
All teaching practice is conducted with real ESL learners. Trainees begin with supervised teaching practice and guided feedback, then progress in the second half of the program to teaching practice delivered independently, with assessment and support continuing throughout.
The training environment enables participants to develop teaching knowledge and practical classroom skills while completing the requirements for an Australian Government-regulated, internationally recognised TESOL qualification. Coursework, lesson planning, observed teaching, and assessment are integrated across the program to ensure graduates are job-ready for ESL teaching roles.
Graduates can pursue ESL teaching roles in Cambodia, or transition to teaching in Vietnam through AVSE’s Vietnam Teaching Transition Package.
Cambodia & Vietnam Partner Schools (250+)
What’s Included
The In-Class TESOL Program in Phnom Penh includes structured training, supervised teaching practice,
and practical support before, during, and after the course.
Vietnam Teaching Transition Package (no additional cost)
Inclusions:
Overall, the Vietnam Teaching Transition Package supports a realistic, low-stress pathway from training in Cambodia to teaching in Vietnam for TESOL graduates who meet Vietnam’s work permit requirements.
Eligibility
Program enrolment prerequisites are listed below. Legal work eligibility for Cambodia and Vietnam is separate.
Program enrolment
Applicants must:
- Provide a criminal background check dated within the past six months
- Demonstrate English language skills at upper-intermediate level or higher
- Have the capacity to obtain the appropriate visa to enter Cambodia prior to travel
- Be 18 years of age or older on the program start date
Note: A university degree is not a mandatory requirement for enrolment in the In-Class TESOL Program.
Teaching legally in Cambodia and Vietnam
Most applicants complete the In-Class TESOL Program as a pathway to legal ESL teaching in Cambodia or Vietnam. The two dot points immediately below highlight the main differences; common requirements are set out in the TJAP Eligibility section and the AVSE Service Agreement.
- Cambodia: A university degree is not mandatory for legal ESL employment. Teaching documents (TESOL and suchlike) can be presented as originals without notarisation or legalisation.
- Vietnam: A recognised university degree is mandatory for legal ESL employment. Teaching documents must be notarised and legalised in the country where they were issued.
How the In-Class TESOL Program Works
The four steps below outline how the In-Class TESOL Program progresses from enrolment and orientation through to training, supervised teaching practice, and post-program transition support.
Enrol & Prepare
Secure your place and get ready for what comes next
Arrival & Orientation (Phnom Penh)
Welcome events, local orientation and cultural immersion
In-Class Training & Teaching Practice
Build teaching knowledge, skills and confidence
Job Referrals & Transition
Interviews, contract support, and pastoral care
Completing and submitting the enrolment form below begins Step 1 (Enrol & Prepare) and allows AVSE to assess your suitability for the In-Class TESOL Program. Within three business days, you will receive written confirmation of your eligibility and guidance on the next steps.
Program Fee & Enrolment
The fee for the In-Class TESOL Program at AVSE in Phnom Penh is US $1,657. This fee covers the 3.5-week course, teaching practice, certification, and support components outlined on this page, including pathways to teaching in Cambodia or Vietnam.
Before You Apply: Feedback from In-Class TESOL Graduates
“….Instructors David and Peter were outstanding mentors, showing great patience throughout the course. They took the time to answer all my questions and clarify any doubts I had about the subject matter or activities. Miss Jing was also very helpful in assisting with classroom tasks. I highly recommend AVSE-TESOL to anyone interested in teaching English.”
“……..Firstly Peter the owner and director of AVSE-TESOL, fully explained everything to me prior to the course so that I felt comfortable signing up…..
You definitely go from “zero to hero” really fast and the feeling you get teaching children and adults (even monks) is just unbelievable…..”
“….. It’s definitely an intense 4 weeks – but it’s still really good fun! …..
Not only does it prepare you well for teaching, but the help with job applications is absolutely brilliant. I had Mary help me with job applications – she was absolutely amazing, I had three job offers before the course had even finished…..”
Enrolment
Please fill out this enrolment form to apply for the In-class TESOL Course at AVSE (RTO 45373 | Course 11245NAT). It takes around 3 minutes to complete the form. Our In-class TESOL Course is conducted in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, and is also suitable if you plan to teach English in Vietnam or another destination. AVSE will review your details and email you within three working days with guidance and next steps. No payment is required at this stage.
AVSE-TESOL
74 Enmore Street, Manoora, Queensland, Australia
RTO: 45373, Course: 11245NAT