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. Choose how you study, full-time or part-time to match your preferred style and other commitments.
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.
You can apply for your course free of charge. Once you're accepted you have 12 months to book your course. If you book your course start date within 10 days of being offered a place, we will pay your Cambridge English fee for you. Saving you £162!
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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 | 09.00- 16.00 |
| Start Date | End Date | ||
| CELTA Full time (4 weeks) | 02/10/2023 | 27/10/2023 | |
| Face-to-Face | 30/10/2023 | 24/11/2023 | |
| The CELTA course has 120 hours of study, plus Cambridge recommend an additional 120 hours of self-study. | 27/11/2023 | 22/12/2023 | |
| 08/01/2024 | 02/02/2024 | ||
| 05/02/2024 | 01/03/2024 | ||
| 04/03/2024 | 28/03/2024 | ||
| 02/04/2024 | 26/04/2024 | ||
| 29/04/2024 | 24/05/2024 | ||
| 03/06/2024 | 28/06/2024 | ||
| 01/07/2024 | 26/07/2024 | ||
| 29/07/2024 | 23/08/2024 | ||
| 02/09/2024 | 27/09/2024 | ||
| 30/09/2024 | 25/10/2024 | ||
| 28/10/2024 | 22/11/2024 | ||
| 25/11/2024 | 20/12/2024 | ||
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 Date | End Date | Days of instruction | ||
| CELTA Part time (12 weeks) | 28/10/2023 | 04/02/2024 |
Tu/Th
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| 13/01/2024 | 06/04/2024 | Tu/Th | ||
| The CELTA course has 120 hours of study, plus Cambridge recommend an additional 120 hours of self-study. | 06/04/2024 | 28/06/2024 | Mo/We | |
| 07/09/2024 | 30/11/2024 | Mo/We | ||
| 02/11/2024 | 08/02/2025 | Tu/Th | ||
| The part-time face-to-face course runs from 18.30 – 21.30 (UK time)There are 7 Saturdays through this course you will need to attend (10am- 17.00) | ||||
Part time CELTA sample timetable September 2023
Part time CELTA sample timetable October 2023
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.
** The Cambridge English CELTA Registration fee is set by Cambridge English. We offer early booking savings where we pay your Cambridge assessment fee for you! Please see CELTA application form for current 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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