The CELTA (Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) is a structured and practical introduction to teaching English as a foreign language (TEFL). Once you have completed the course, you will have the qualification, knowledge, practical experience and confidence to begin working as a teacher anywhere in the world. With out full time, you can gain a qualification in as little as 4 weeks – a qualification that will can serve as your ticket for employment around the world.
Every year we train over 500 new English teachers who then embark on exciting journeys all over the world, and start careers in the world of English language teaching, inspiring others and connecting people from around the globe.
The interview process was great. They were very flexible with the time of the interview and it took about 40 minutes. The interviewer was very friendly and welcoming. I found out later on that day that I was accepted for the course.
Alexander, CELTA
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Contact usStart your CELTA course now and pay later! Spread the cost of your online or face-to-face CELTA course through Payl8r instalment service. A fast, easy and hassle free financing option to help you get started! Find out more on our Payment Options page by clicking below.
Be CELTA-qualified in just 4 weeks with this intensive course.
Full-time CELTA |
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| Course hours | 120 (30 per week) |
| Course days | Monday to Friday |
| Maximum class size | 15 (1:5 trainer to trainee ratio) |
| Lesson times | 10.00 – 18.00 |
| Start dates | 2021 06 April – 30 April (starts on a Tuesday) 04 May – 28 May (starts on a Tuesday) 01 June – 25 June (starts on a Tuesday) 05 July – 30 July 02 Aug – 27 Aug 31 Aug – 24 Sept (starts on a Tuesday) 27 Sept – 22 Oct 25 Oct – 19 Nov 22nd Nov – 17 Dec |
Perfect for qualifying around other commitments, with evening and Saturday classes over 12 weeks. Also temporarily online.
Part-time CELTA |
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| Course hours |
120 (6 per week, plus 7 Saturdays during the course) |
| Course days |
Monday and Wednesday or Tuesday and Thursday (plus 7 Saturdays) |
| Maximum class size |
15 (1:5 trainer to trainee ratio) |
| Lesson times |
Weekdays: 18.30 – 21.30 Saturdays 10.00 – 17.00 |
| Start dates | 2021 17 April – 10 July 2021 (Mon/Wed) 15 May – 7 Aug (Tues/Thurs/Sat) 14 Aug – 6 Nov (Tues/Thurs/Sat) 11 Sept – 04 Dec (Mon/Wed/Sat) 30 Oct – 05 Feb 2022 (Tue/Th/Sat) |
1. Request your application form in the ‘Book Now’ box below. Select the course and date you are interested in and proceed. You will not be charged at this point. Alternatively you can email sales@ihlondon.com and request an application form.
2. The application form includes a language awareness task which you will need to complete and send back to us.
3. If successful, you will be invited to an interview via Zoom.
4. If accepted onto your course, your offer will be valid for 12 months. You will need to take your course during this period.
5. To secure your place on the course you will need to pay a £500 deposit with the remaining balance to be paid before course begins.
With IH London there are no hidden fees: you will need to pay the Cambridge English CELTA assessment fee (£156), which is set by Cambridge English in addition to your course fee with us. However, we offer early booking savings where we pay your Cambridge assessment fee for you! Book your course at least 3 weeks in advance (after your application has been accepted) to receive the offer.
Find out more about teaching English as a foreign language and how to get started as an English language teacher. The sessions held at our school or via Zoom are led by our experienced trainers who have worked in different schools around the world.
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Get ready for your new career and travel adventures by learning a new language or refreshing your skills at no extra cost. You can book your place within three months of completing your CELTA. Click below for all languages offered. You get a free six week evening course included with your CELTA.
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