EP Birmingham CELTA Training Course

If you're interested in teaching English as a foreign language, a CELTA course could be a great option for you. This course is widely recognised around the world and is certified by Cambridge. Research conducted by Cambridge Assessment suggests that three out of four English language teaching jobs advertised require a CELTA certification. The CELTA course focuses on practical techniques and includes teaching practice with real groups of students in real classroom situations, either online or face-to-face. Whether you're looking for your first teaching job or are already teaching and want to gain a more widely recognised qualification, this CELTA course is the perfect choice for you.

Components of the CELTA course

To successfully complete the CELTA course, you will need to complete several essential components. These components include: 

• A minimum of 120 hours, focusing on teaching practice, observation of peers' teaching practice, observation of experienced teachers, guided lesson planning and feedback, individual tutorials, and input on teaching theory and methodology. 
• A minimum of 80 hours of coursework, which can be done in your own time, focusing on lesson planning, assignment preparation, and writing. 
• Six hours of observed teaching practice. 
• Six hours observing experienced teachers' lessons.
• Four written assignments of 750-1000 words. 
• A portfolio recording all your course assessments.