CELTA

The Cambridge Certificate in English Language Teaching to Speakers of Other Languages (CELTA) is a highly-regarded internationally recognised qualification for people who have little or no previous English language teaching experience. It's also ideal for more experienced teachers without an equivalent qualification. The certificate is awarded by University of Cambridge ESOL in the UK.

ABOUT CCEL
CCEL (Christchurch College of English Ltd) is a private language school located on the campus of its academic partner, the University of Canterbury.

CCEL provides modern, purpose-built facilities and a full range of English language courses. There is a comprehensive library on campus. CCEL is the perfect environment for training teachers at all levels and stages of their career.

Our staff are highly qualified and experienced trainers and/or assessors for both the Cambridge CELTA and DELTA courses.

KEY INFORMATION

• Course length – 4 weeks, full-time
• Start dates - 5 start dates per year (see table below)
• Cost - $NZ 3,000 including the assessment fee

TO QUALIFY, CAMBRIDGE STIPULATES THAT CANDIDATES MUST:

• be at least 18
• have an awareness of language and a competence in English, both written and spoken, that enables them to undertake the course and prepare for teaching a range of levels
• have the potential to develop the necessary skills to become effective teachers and to successfully complete the written assignments and the assessment of practice teaching

COURSE CONTENT
As specified by Cambridge, there are six main units of learning:

• learners and teachers, and the teaching and learning context
• language analysis and awareness
• language skills: reading, listening, speaking and writing
• planning for the effective teaching of adult learners of English
• planning and resources for different contexts
• developing teaching skills and professionalism

Candidates will participate in input sessions, plan lessons, research and complete four written assignments, undertake teaching practice on classes of adult students, receive feedback about teaching practice and observe experienced teachers. CELTA is a very intensive course and the focus is on acquiring practical skills in a supportive environment.

COURSE DATES

Due to NZ public holidays not all CELTA courses start on a Monday.

Applications and selection are continuous, and are processed as they arrive. Don't miss out on your preferred course by applying late.

ASSESSMENT
To meet the assessment requirements candidates are required to attend the course and:

• teach for six hours on practice classes
• observe experienced teachers teaching adult learners for a total of six hours
• maintain and submit a portfolio of all course work including assignments, lesson plans and feedback

The assessment is continuous and integrated. The course is internally assessed and externally moderated by an external assessor appointed by Cambridge.

APPLICATION PROCESS
Candidates will be selected by means of:

• an application form
• a pre-interview task
• an interview in person (or by phone for applicants outside of Christchurch)

Download Application Form | Download Pre-Interview task

Please forward hand-written applications to: CCEL, PO Box 31212, Christchurch 8444, New Zealand

ACCOMMODATION
We can help to arrange homestay or modern dormitory accommodation if required.

FURTHER INFORMATION
For further information about Teacher Training contact Rowan Tuttleby at rowan.tuttleby@ccel.co.nz 
For more information about Cambridge ESOL/the syllabus/scheme visit www.cambridgeESOL.org/teaching
For information on how to get the most out of an intensive CELTA course visit www.english-international.com/CELTAadvice.html 

TESTIMONIALS FROM THE JUNE 2009 CELTA COURSE

“Excellent input sessions. A good range of topics, well organised and useful. The teaching practice was also excellent. Overall it was an excellent course. Thanks to all who organised and taught us." Heather Clark

“Fantastic tutoring. Very friendly and professional too." Steven Renshaw

"The tutors were amazing and supported us throughout the four weeks. The CELTA course was a phenomenal experience and I am glad and thankful I had the opportunity to do it at CCEL." Renske Kok

"I have only the best possible things to say about the CELTA course at CCEL. Throughout the course I felt comfortable and really enjoyed going to the school every day. The programme was very well organised and I found it an an immensely helpful experience. CELTA provided incredible insights about teaching English and I highly recommend the course to anyone interested in language teaching to adults." Katja Merkle