| If you’re interested in teaching English as a second | | | | for that. Even studying part-time will require a lot of |
| language to adults, you’ll probably have heard of | | | | hard work. |
| CELTA as you’ve been researching, but what is it | | | | How much will it cost? |
| and is it for you? These FAQs should answer some | | | | A four-week CELTA course usually costs in the |
| of the common questions about CELTA. | | | | region on £1,000. This is considered an investment |
| What is CELTA? | | | | because the qualification enables access to higher |
| CELTA stands for Certificate in English Language | | | | paying teaching jobs. |
| Teaching to Adults. The Certificate is an internationally | | | | What will I learn? |
| recognised qualification which will help you to get an | | | | On a CELTA course you will: |
| English-teaching job either in England or Wales or | | | | - Learn about the principles of effective teaching |
| abroad. | | | | - Develop practical planning and classroom skills for |
| Why do I need a CELTA qualification? | | | | teaching English to adult learners |
| In actual fact you don’t necessarily need a CELTA | | | | - Gain hands-on teaching experience |
| qualification; there are some places you can teach | | | | - Gain confidence about your teaching skills |
| without one. However, having the qualification will give | | | | Will I need to sit an exam? |
| you far greater access to higher paying jobs and | | | | There is no sit-down exam as such but you will be |
| much more choice about where you teach. | | | | assessed through monitored teaching practice and |
| Additionally, studying for a Certificate in English | | | | written assignments. External assessors appointed by |
| Language Teaching to Adults will help you be a better | | | | Cambridge ESOL moderate each course. |
| teacher, especially if you have no previous experience. | | | | Who can apply? |
| You’ll feel more confident planning and delivering | | | | In order to qualify for a place on a CELTA course, |
| lessons after the in-depth training. | | | | ideally you should: |
| How long will a CELTA course take? | | | | - Be educated to the level required for entry to higher |
| A full-time course will normally take around four | | | | education, for example A-level or equivalent |
| weeks. There are also some courses where you can | | | | - be aged 20 or over |
| study the qualification part-time. In order to achieve the | | | | - Be fluent in English – you should be a native |
| qualification you need to complete 120 hours of study | | | | English speaker or be able to use English to that |
| teaching. | | | | standard. |
| The courses are intensive and you should be prepared | | | | Where could I teach with a CELTA qualification? |