CELTA - Certificate in English Language Teaching to Speakers of Other Languages.xml CELTA - Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages

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With a University of Cambridge Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (CELTA) qualification you can teach English as an additional language to people of all ages, anywhere in the world.

During our CELTA course you'll develop an understanding of the key principles and practices of effective English language teaching, and the motivations and roles of both teacher and learner. For more information about CELTA visit the Cambridge English website

There are three different ways of completing the CELTA qualification here at Ara:

Face to Face Full Time

This is a 4-week intensive course, held Monday to Friday from 9am - 5.30pm, and is offered in March and September 2018. This course is ideal for people who want to complete the qualification in the shortest possible time and move into employment or go overseas afterwards.

Face to Face Part Time

This option takes just 11 weeks part time and comprises 12-15 hours face-to-face study and a minimum of 10 hours independent study each week. It is held on Saturdays (9am - 4.30pm) and Tuesday and Thursday evenings (5.30-9pm). Start dates in 2018 are in April, July and November.

CELTA Online (blended option)

This option combines online self-directed study with face-to-face teaching practice and observations, over 15 weeks. It includes two, week-long practicums. This option is ideal if you prefer more flexible learning or if you are from outside Christchurch. In 2018, this course starts in June.

You must be at least 18 years old by the start of the course.

Credit recognition

If you have work experience in this area, or a relevant prior qualification, you may be eligible for credit recognition towards this qualification.