This Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (CELTA) course will help you start your teaching career in the UK or around the world. The certificate is awarded by Cambridge Assessment English, which is part of Cambridge University.
DurationThis Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (CELTA) course will help you start your teaching career in the UK or around the world. The certificate is awarded by Cambridge Assessment English, which is part of Cambridge University.
It is the gold standard qualification that 4 out of 5 employers ask for when hiring to English teaching roles. You will gain experience, expertise and recognition beyond what you would receive on other similar courses.
Course information
Who is this course for?
This CELTA course is for anyone who is thinking of teaching English to speakers of other languages, and would like to boost their career potential in this area by gaining a widely recognised and highly respected qualification.
Fee reductions are available to York St John University staff, students and alumni, but this course is also available to the general public, and several different flexible learning options are available.
Some students on courses within the School of Education, Language and Psychology will be encouraged to study for the CELTA qualification alongside their degree, at no additional cost.
Why study a CELTA course with York St John University?
We have an excellent track record of guiding our students to success on both our online and face to face courses.
Studying at a university means that you will be part of a thriving academic community and have access to high quality resources and facilities.
Small group sizes mean you receive more personalised supervision and guidance from the tutors.
If you choose one of our blended or face to face options, you will have the opportunity to study on a beautiful campus in a city full of history and culture.
What will I learn?
We will give you the training and experience you need to confidently teach English to speakers of other languages. This includes guided teaching practice with adult learners of English either in person, or online via Zoom.
You do not need any teaching experience to study with us, but if you have taught before, you can still learn a great deal and develop many new skills on this course. We will give you the techniques and confidence you need to begin teaching.
As soon as you complete the course, you will be prepared to apply for jobs around the world. Whatever your ambitions and motivations for taking the CELTA course, we can help you become the best teacher you can be.
How will I be taught?
You will receive at least 120 hours of contact time. This will include:
Tutorial support and consultation
Supervised lesson planning
6 hours of assessed teaching followed by feedback
Peer observation of teaching
Observation of experienced teachers in the classroom.
You will also be expected to dedicate time to extra reading, assignment writing and lesson planning.
How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed in 3 ways on the CELTA course:
Teaching practice - you will complete 6 hours in total, working with 2 ability levels
Written assignments - you will complete 4 in total
Participation in classes and observations
There is no final exam, and assessment is continuous. You will need to pass your teaching practice and written assignments to complete the course.
About
Founded in 1841, we transform lives through the power of education across the generations.
At York St John University we pride ourselves on our community and heritage.
We have been teaching people from across the world for 180 years. We are passionate about giving our students a teaching and learning environment that is safe, exciting, inclusive and inspirational.
With official 'Sanctuary' status, we also see our role as something bigger than an education provider. Our role in the city of York is one we take seriously. Many of our students and staff are activists, engaging directly with our wider community.
Our Strategy 2026 Refresh
In the year 2026 York St John will celebrate its 185th anniversary and 20 years of full University status. Our refreshed strategy sets out what we aim to achieve by then and how our mission, vision, values and priorities are helping us respond to a changing world.
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This course provides adult learners an opportunity to enter, volunteer or secure sustained employment in the Education Sector. It also provides adults who are employed in a level 2 Teaching Assistant role to gain an occupationally relevant qualification.
CELTA is an initial qualification for people with little or no previous teaching experience and opens up a whole world of exciting teaching opportunities.
We assure well-rounded learning experiences, which prepare our students for success in the academy and career. To engage, inspire, and challenge all of our students to become productive citizens, ethical practitioners, and positive contributors to the community, country and the global society.
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