Certificate in Teaching English to Adults (CELTA) is an initial teacher training course and an internationally recognised form of entry into the English Language teaching profession. The Cambridge CELTA is designed to give you the knowledge and skills to teach ESOL effectively in a variety of contexts.  

The part-time course runs from the middle of January 2020 through to June 2020 on Tuesday and Thursday evening 5.30-8.30pm. 

The full-time course runs for 4 weeks from 15th June 2020 to 10th July 2020. Applications for the full-time course will open March 2020. 

• You will study theory and methodology and learn how to analyse language through tasks and discussions 
• You will observe experienced ESOL practitioners and undertake six hours of teaching practice with ESOL groups 

• You should be at university entry standard and have at least three Highers or equivalent

• IELTS 7.5 or equivalent.

• There will be four written assignments throughout the year 
• You must complete six hours of assessed teaching practice which will take place at Edinburgh College 

• Please note that places on CELTA courses are limited and early application is advised
• Selection interviews take place throughout the year while places are available
• These group interview sessions will consist of discussion tasks a short mini-lesson and an individual interview

• English teaching opportunities in the UK and abroad.

• Full time - five days a week
• Part time - two evenings a week

Full Time

• Monday 14/06/2021

Full Time

• Friday 09/07/2021