CELTA

CELTA is one of the most widely recognised initial qualifications for anyone interested in teaching English as a foreign language (TEFL) anywhere in the world.

The CELTA certificate is awarded by Cambridge English Assessment, part of the University of Cambridge. It is recognised by thousands of employers and teaching organisations worldwide. With millions of people all over the world wanting to learn English, job opportunities are plentiful and diverse, from teaching young learners at summer schools in Spain to tutoring business executives in Japan.

The 4-week CELTA course can provide you with the skills, knowledge and hands-on practice to follow a rewarding career in TEFL, either in the UK or abroad. You don't need to be a student at the University of Worcester to apply for this course

Key features

• Topics cover practical teaching skills and the theory behind them

• You’ll get real-life teaching experience with groups of learners

• You’ll receive feedback and advice on your teaching

• You’ll be assessed on your teaching skills and on written assignments

Entry requirements

To apply for the CELTA course you must:

• be aged 18+

• be educated to the standard required for entry into higher education

• have an awareness of language and competence in both written and spoken English which will enable you to undertake the course and prepare for teaching a range of levels. The recommended English language level is C2 or a high C1 (grade A or B) on the CEFR.

Course Content

The CELTA focuses on the following topics

Learners and teachers, and the teaching and learning context

This topic includes:

• understanding the cultural and linguistic backgrounds of learners, and how this might affect their learning of English

• understanding different learning preferences.

Language analysis and awareness

This topic includes:

• understanding key terminology used in English language teaching, applying this terminology in planning and teaching

• demonstrating a working knowledge of English grammar, lexis and phonology.

Language skills: reading, listening, speaking and writing

This topic includes:

• understanding basic concepts and terminology used for describing reading, listening, speaking and writing skills, applying this to teaching

• understanding how approaches to texts may vary depending on the purpose, making practical use of this in teaching.

Planning and resources for different teaching contexts

This topic includes:

• understanding the purpose and principles of planning for effective teaching

• selecting and planning the kinds of lessons that are most appropriate for particular learners

• evaluating lesson preparation and reflecting on this for planning future lessons.

Developing teaching skills and professionalism

This topic includes:

• effectively organising the classroom, both in terms of layout and pair/group activities

• making appropriate use of a range of materials and resources

• involving learners of different ability levels, enabling them to feel a sense of progres