Every year we train over 500 new teachers and they begin their exciting journey inspiring others and connecting people from all over the world.
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.
Your guide to CELTA at IH London
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
Don’t let your dream to change your career or travel (or both) slip away. We have early booking savings available.
Contact usBe 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 | Choose 09.00 – 16.00 or 10.30 – 18.00 (11.30 – 18.30 July/August only) |
| Start dates | 2020 6 January – 31 January 3 February – 28 February 02 March – 27 March 30 March – 24 April (includes Saturday 4th April) 27 April – 22 May 01 June – 26 June 06 July – 31 July 03 August – 28 August 01 September – 25 September (starts on a Tuesday) 28 September – 23 October 26 October – 20 November 23 November – 18 December |
Perfect for qualifying around other commitments, with evening and Saturday classes over 12 weeks.
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 | 2020 11 January – 04 April (Mon/Wed) 07 March – 30 May (Tues/Thurs) 18 April – 11 July (Mon/Wed) 16 May – 08 August (Tues/Thurs) 13 June – 05 September (Mon/Wed) 15 August – 07 November (Tues-Thurs) 12 September – 05 December (Mon/Wed) 31 October – 6 February 2021 (Tues/Thurs) |
Combine face-to-face learning with online studying at times that suit you over 13 weeks.
Blended CELTA |
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| Lessons per week | 6 hours face-to-face |
| Course days | Tuesday and Thursday plus online self-study (Sunday start dates) |
| Lesson times | Tuesday and Thursday: 18.30 – 21.30 17 sessions at the school and 15 hours of online work each week plus self study |
| Start dates | 2020 02 February – 03 May 16 August – 15 November |
Don’t let your dream to change your career or travel (or both) slip away.
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 are led by our experienced trainers who have worked in different schools around the world. Click below or contact us for dates.
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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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