Teach English in Hangzhou-Shanghai, China

If you're planning on working in China the best thing to do is do your training in China. Network, and learn about the culture and customs so that you're ready to work within minutes of receiving your certificate! Our Hangzhou centre will help you search for available jobs in China as well as assist you on the correct procedures for interviews and so forth as part of your course.

About our TESOL course centre in Hangzhou

Hangzhou is the capital city of Zhejiang province in China. Only a train journey from Shanghai, it is famous for its picturesque scenery and rich history, Hangzhou has always been among the top tourism sites in China. 

It is only about 120 miles away from Shanghai, which is the largest economic and trade centre in the country and a comprehensive industrial base, as well as a famous historical and cultural city. There are numerous ways to travel to Shanghai from Hangzhou. If you would like to experience the high-speed express train between Shanghai and Hangzhou, it only takes 80 minutes and costs about 10USD. 

The West Lake is undoubtedly the most renowned feature of Hangzhou, noted for the scenic beauty that blends naturally with many famous historical and cultural sites. In this scenic area, Solitary Hill, the Mausoleum of General Yue Fei, the Six Harmonies Pagoda and the Ling Yin Temple are probably the most frequently visited attractions. The "Ten West Lake Prospects" have been specially selected to give the visitor outstanding views of the lake, mountains and monuments.

A number of national museums can be found in Hangzhou and are representative of Chinese culture. Fine examples are the National Silk Museum and National Tea Museum. Along with the other museums in Hangzhou, they provide a fascinating insight into the history of Chinese traditional products.

Hangzhou dishes are noted for their elaborate preparation, sophisticated cooking and refreshing taste. Beggar's Chicken (a chicken baked in clay), West Lake Fish in Sweet Sour Source (vinegar coated fish fresh caught from the lake), Dongpo Pork (braised pork) and Fried Shrimps with Longjing Tea are well-known. The shopping environment in Hangzhou is exciting and convenient too. At night Hangzhou has much to offer and teahouses and various kinds of pubs are both plentiful and popular.

There are 3 great places in China where you can do your course. Each one is unique. Which one will you choose?

Here's why you should choose Hangzhou as the place to become an ESL English teacher:

• One of the most historical and cultural spots in China - includes the amazing West Lake and a number of museums.
• Easy access to the outside world by all means of transport: ocean, offshore and inland water shipping, high way and railroad transport, air flights etc.
• No food expense during the training course.  Delicious meals provided by our host school GLV free of charge, 3 meals from Monday to Friday, lunch and dinner on Saturday and Sunday.
• Clean hotel rooms offered for a cheap price, only 200USD/4weeks. 
• A wealth of outdoor and cultural activities.
• Free internet wireless service inside the classroom and dorm building.
• Hangzhou has some of the best night life in China.
• Study Chinese for an affordable rate.
• A great environment for your one month stay on the campus of our host school GLV, where you meet many adult Chinese students from different regions of China willing to make friends with foreigners.
• Course orientation and welcome dinner
• Convenient weekend trips to Shanghai, Suzhou, Nanjing and many Ancient towns in the neighbor area, such as Zhouzhuang water town, Shaoxing and much more.

Course Fee
• US$ 500 - Non refundable deposit plus
• US$ 890 - Final payment (excluding accommodation) or
• US$ 1,020 - Final payment (including shared accommodation), or
• US$ 1,090 - Final payment (including individual accommodation)

Total fees:
• US$ 1,390 (deposit + final payment excluding accommodation) 
• US$ 1,520 (deposit + final payment including shared accommodation)
• US$ 1,590 (deposit + final payment including individual accommodation)

This amount includes tuition, course materials, certification and moderation fees. 

Hangzhou-Shanghai, China TESOL Course Dates

• 13 February - 09 March 2012
• 12 March - 06 April 2012
• 09 April - 04 May 2012
• 14 May - 08 June 2012
• 11 June - 06 July 2012
• 09 July - 03 August 2012
• 06 August - 31 August 2012
• 10 September - 05 October 2012
• 08 October - 02 November 2012
• 05 November - 30 November 2012
• 03 December -  28 December 2012

To Apply / Register / Enrol for the dates of your choice, fill in the form and pay your deposit to secure your seat here. You'll receive a confirmation within 24 hours along with further details about your course, location, accommodation and other details.