WHY CELTA?

What is the difference between CELTA and a TEFL or TESL certificate?

The CELTA course is awarded by one of the most famous universities in the world, so that’s a good start! 'TESL' or 'TEFL' are terms often used to describe qualifications for English Language teachers. CELTA is the best known and most widely taken initial TESL/TEFL certification of its kind in the world. It’s a standardized program: centers and trainers must all be approved and standards are rigorously checked. Every CELTA course run at every center all over the world must be moderated by an assessor, who comes to check the quality of the course being delivered. The result of this is that when you show an employer you have the CELTA, they will know exactly what you have done in order to get it. Also, many other ESL programs, particularly in the US, tend to still use a more traditional approach to language teaching, so if you are looking into other courses be sure to enquire about this.  

Why bother to get qualified at all? Can’t I go abroad and get work without it?

There are language schools that hire teachers whose only qualification is that they speak English. The fact is though, like any job, if you want to do it properly and professionally, in other words take it seriously, it’s best to get some sort of qualification. With some training under your belt you can enter the ESL profession and teach with integrity and feel like you are giving your (paying) students a better deal for their money. Furthermore, English language teaching rarely pays that well. If you work at a school that employs anyone off the street, you are going to be making a lot less than if you work for a school that demands certification. And the chances are that with certification you will be more respected and better treated too. Furthermore, our own experience tells us that the better you are at something the more you’ll enjoy doing it. Taking a CELTA training course with us ensures that you will be ready and confident to teach, allowing you to do a good job and enjoy the experience!

With the right preparation, teaching English as a Second Language to adults can be incredibly rewarding-- and fun!