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

Entry is governed by the entry regulations as set out by Cambridge ESOL Examination. Applicants must have achieved the credits required for University Entrance.

Still want to study but don't meet the Academic Requirements?

If you show that you have equivalent skills for tertiary study gained through study, work and/or life experience, you may be able to gain alternative entry.

Note: The number of courses you have to complete for this qualification may be reduced where you have relevant credits from previous study, or evidence of similar learning or experience in the workplace. Contact Ara for advice.

You must submit a written pre-interview task and attend an interview during which language proficiency will be assessed.

What if English is not my first language?

If English is not your first language, we want to make sure that you will be successful in your chosen programme of study.

Please provide a result from a test or qualification on the acceptable alternatives English Proficiency Outcomes Chart.

OR

• If you are a New Zealand Citizen or Permanent Resident, complete an Admission and Enrolment form and Ara will contact you regarding a free assessment.
• If you are not a New Zealand Citizen or Permanent resident, book an IELTS or other test through the Ara Examination Centre or in your home country.

IELTS scores used must be taken from a single IELTS Test Report Form and are valid for two years from the date of the test.

What if I have achieved NCEA Level 3 University Entrance?

The English Language requirements for this programme are higher than the minimum set by NZQA, therefore; even if you have achieved NCEA Level 3 University Entrance, you may be required to provide evidence of English Language skills at a higher level.