Every year thousands of adventuresome souls leave their home country for six months or more to teach English abroad. Yet the search for TESOL jobs (Teacher of English to Speakers of Other Languages) or TEFL jobs involves obtaining a foreign country visa at some point before or after the big move. Every country’s visa application process is manageable, but this could involve: a fair amount of items to collate to meet the foreign consulate’s requirements, consultation with your targeted country’s embassy, an understanding of deadlines to meet, and more.
Following are 5 recommendations on how to best manage the process.
1. Understand the difference between tourist and extended stay visas.
Your TEFL job / TESOL job will likely require some non-tourist visa classification to remain in the host country for an extended period of time (for example, more than 90 days). Work with your teaching institution or recruiter to understand what type of visa you will need, how to go about applying for it, and who will pay for the visa if costs are involved.
2. Check with the foreign consulate in your home country.
Use the Internet to find out what requirements are needed for you to understand the country-specific requirements for long-term stays. For example, a quick Google search to “[XYZ country] consulate in [your home country]” should provide you a good start to understand the details for the visa requirements.
3. Pay attention to schedules and plan ahead.
Some country’s consulates will require specific information from you prior to your departure. They might also have a deadline for your visa application depending on the date you plan to enter your targeted teaching country. Other countries will provide the visa for you upon entry into the country. You should consult with your teaching institution and/or recruiter regarding these details.
4. Collate materials for the visa application.
Depending on the country you choose for teaching English abroad, there may be items you need to collate prior to submitting a visa application. Examples may include, but are not representative for each and every country:
• a type-written (not hand-written) application submitted to the consulate,
• 2 or more passport-sized photos of yourself,
• a job offer letter or student scholarship letter from the teaching institution,
• proof of medical insurance coverage,
• copies of recent bank statements indicating that you have had financial stability in your home country,
• clearance from your local or federal police department that you do not have any misdemeanors or felonies,
• a signed doctor clearance that you do not have any communicable diseases, including HIV,
• a visa application processing fee.
5. Utilize resources such as recruiter or placement agencies.
It is common to utilize third-party recruiting agencies to assist you find the optimal TEFL job / TESOL job placement and with assistance and/or advice for the visa. Good recruiters are worth their weight in gold even though they may charge you $1,200 to $2,200 U.S. for their services. Ask your recruiter for advice on what is necessary in the visa application process. They will know details from the most recent teachers that have entered the country and can offer advice on how to circumvent potential delays or problems.
Friday, December 11, 2009
DISCOVER SECRETS TO SECURE SCHOLARHIPS INTO FOREIGN UNIVERSITIES FOR 2010 SESSION SERIES
CANADA
Education in Canada is under the complete jurisdiction of the provinces and territories and as such, there is no Federal education system in Canada. In keeping with the national commitment to education, public education is free in Canada. However each provincial system, while similar to the others, reflects its specific regional concerns, and historical and cultural heritage. At the post-secondary level, institutions are divided into Community Colleges and Universities.
There are significant differences between the educational systems of the different provinces of Canada. Post –Secondary education is offered by four types of Institutions:
The academic year usually starts in September and ends in May, and is normally divided into two semesters. Some institutes operate on a semester or tri semester system and admit students in January and/or May as well as September. Many institutes offer a little number of courses and special programmes during the summer session.
Certificate is a qualification awarded upon successful completion of a programme, which is usually one year in length, and is offered at colleges.
Diploma is the qualification awarded on the basis of one or two years successful study, and is offered at Colleges.
Undergraduate/bachelors degrees are awarded by a university after four years of Full-time study, and lead to graduate level studies.
Graduate/postgraduate degrees: lead to advanced degrees, diplomas and certificates.
MBA Programmes
Will typically require minimum of two to three years of relevant work experience, GMAT Score of 580-600, Toefl Score of 560-600, and a four year bachelor’s degree, and are generally 2 years in duration, though a few institutes offer a fast track option.
Masters Degree Programmes
Will require a four year bachelor’s degree with high academic standing; at least two academic letters of reference; and other qualifications as specified, i.e. TOEFL, GRE, general and/or subject test. Master’s programmes generally require two years to complete full-time, and usually require a combination of course work and thesis.
Doctorate or PhD is a degree ranking above a master’s degree, and generally requires four to seven years to complete full-time.
Benefits For Studying In Canada
High Recognition
A degree or diploma from Canadian educational institutions is instantly recognized around the world as being of highest standard.
Affordability
Tuition fees for international students in Canada are much lower than comparable countries. Canada spends more per capita on education than any other country in the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD).
Foreign Students
There are over 100,000 international students from all parts of the world annually in Canada. It is renowned all over the world for its tradition of hospitality and tolerance.
HI-TECH
Canada is a world leader in software development, telecommunications, aerospace, engineering, urban transport, biotechnology, mining technology and environmental industries.
Wide Course Options
Canada offers a wide choice of over 90 Universities and 150 colleges and institutes, featuring virtually every programme imaginable.
Low Cost of living
Canada has a remarkably low cost of living. Its inflation rate has remained one of the lowest in the industrialized world.
Working In Canada
When students come to Canada to study, they are required to have enough money to live on and pay for tuition for the duration of their stay. They can assuage their cost of living by working. The following are the scenarios that could enable an international student to work in Canada.
Working On Campus:
An international student who is going to school full-time can work up to 20 hours on campus. This means that if there is a job opening at the school’s bookstore or in the cafeteria or somewhere on the school’s property you may apply for that job.
Working As Part Of A Co-op Program or Work Placement:
If the programme that you are admitted to have a work requirement, meaning that you are required or have the option to work at a job related to your programme as part of the curriculum, you will be allowed to do this.
Working As A Postgraduate Research:
In some instances, work and education come together and become almost one at the same time. If you are a graduating student working on academic research, you may be able to get paid job.
Working After You Graduate
You may be able to work in Canada for up to a year or more following your graduation. In order to do this, and you must have studied full-time; you must have a valid study Permit.
Tuition fees:
International student fees at Canadian Universities are set at roughly similar levels for both arts and science courses, although science courses at some institutions are slightly higher. Undergraduate arts courses range from about $3,500 to $10,000; Undergraduate science students pay between $2,500 and $9,400.Postgraduate fees start at about $1,500 and go up to $11,500 for arts and science courses. Fees for clinical courses, at both undergraduate and postgraduate level, are shown in the same range as arts and science courses at a handful of Universities, but generally are higher. At undergraduate level they range from about $2,500 to $20,500.Postgraduate level range from $3,000 to $20,400.
Education in Canada is under the complete jurisdiction of the provinces and territories and as such, there is no Federal education system in Canada. In keeping with the national commitment to education, public education is free in Canada. However each provincial system, while similar to the others, reflects its specific regional concerns, and historical and cultural heritage. At the post-secondary level, institutions are divided into Community Colleges and Universities.
There are significant differences between the educational systems of the different provinces of Canada. Post –Secondary education is offered by four types of Institutions:
The academic year usually starts in September and ends in May, and is normally divided into two semesters. Some institutes operate on a semester or tri semester system and admit students in January and/or May as well as September. Many institutes offer a little number of courses and special programmes during the summer session.
Certificate is a qualification awarded upon successful completion of a programme, which is usually one year in length, and is offered at colleges.
Diploma is the qualification awarded on the basis of one or two years successful study, and is offered at Colleges.
Undergraduate/bachelors degrees are awarded by a university after four years of Full-time study, and lead to graduate level studies.
Graduate/postgraduate degrees: lead to advanced degrees, diplomas and certificates.
MBA Programmes
Will typically require minimum of two to three years of relevant work experience, GMAT Score of 580-600, Toefl Score of 560-600, and a four year bachelor’s degree, and are generally 2 years in duration, though a few institutes offer a fast track option.
Masters Degree Programmes
Will require a four year bachelor’s degree with high academic standing; at least two academic letters of reference; and other qualifications as specified, i.e. TOEFL, GRE, general and/or subject test. Master’s programmes generally require two years to complete full-time, and usually require a combination of course work and thesis.
Doctorate or PhD is a degree ranking above a master’s degree, and generally requires four to seven years to complete full-time.
Benefits For Studying In Canada
High Recognition
A degree or diploma from Canadian educational institutions is instantly recognized around the world as being of highest standard.
Affordability
Tuition fees for international students in Canada are much lower than comparable countries. Canada spends more per capita on education than any other country in the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD).
Foreign Students
There are over 100,000 international students from all parts of the world annually in Canada. It is renowned all over the world for its tradition of hospitality and tolerance.
HI-TECH
Canada is a world leader in software development, telecommunications, aerospace, engineering, urban transport, biotechnology, mining technology and environmental industries.
Wide Course Options
Canada offers a wide choice of over 90 Universities and 150 colleges and institutes, featuring virtually every programme imaginable.
Low Cost of living
Canada has a remarkably low cost of living. Its inflation rate has remained one of the lowest in the industrialized world.
Working In Canada
When students come to Canada to study, they are required to have enough money to live on and pay for tuition for the duration of their stay. They can assuage their cost of living by working. The following are the scenarios that could enable an international student to work in Canada.
Working On Campus:
An international student who is going to school full-time can work up to 20 hours on campus. This means that if there is a job opening at the school’s bookstore or in the cafeteria or somewhere on the school’s property you may apply for that job.
Working As Part Of A Co-op Program or Work Placement:
If the programme that you are admitted to have a work requirement, meaning that you are required or have the option to work at a job related to your programme as part of the curriculum, you will be allowed to do this.
Working As A Postgraduate Research:
In some instances, work and education come together and become almost one at the same time. If you are a graduating student working on academic research, you may be able to get paid job.
Working After You Graduate
You may be able to work in Canada for up to a year or more following your graduation. In order to do this, and you must have studied full-time; you must have a valid study Permit.
Tuition fees:
International student fees at Canadian Universities are set at roughly similar levels for both arts and science courses, although science courses at some institutions are slightly higher. Undergraduate arts courses range from about $3,500 to $10,000; Undergraduate science students pay between $2,500 and $9,400.Postgraduate fees start at about $1,500 and go up to $11,500 for arts and science courses. Fees for clinical courses, at both undergraduate and postgraduate level, are shown in the same range as arts and science courses at a handful of Universities, but generally are higher. At undergraduate level they range from about $2,500 to $20,500.Postgraduate level range from $3,000 to $20,400.
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