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by Mr. Demario Jacobi Published 2 years ago Updated 1 year ago 5 min read

Do CELTA certificates expire?

No, TESOL certificates are valid for life, they do not expire. As soon as you complete your online or in-class training course you can use your certificate to find a teaching job, or you can keep it until you are ready to look for work in the future.

How many lessons can you fail in CELTA?

It is possible to fail one assignment and still pass the course. You cannot fail two assignments. This would be an automatic fail of the entire CELTA course. Ideally, trainees will pass all the assignments as they are a key element of the course and your development as a teacher.

Is it hard to get pass a CELTA?

Everyone finds different elements of the CELTA course difficult. Personally, I struggled a lot with lesson planning for the first 2 weeks but found the written assignments a bit easier. So yes, the CELTA course is challenging, and you'll definitely need to be disciplined and dedicated.

Is CELTA Recognised?

CELTA from Cambridge is a qualification for teaching English as a foreign language. It is the most widely recognised English teaching qualification in the world and the most often requested by employers; three out of four English language teaching jobs require a CELTA qualification*.

Why do people fail CELTA?

Another really common reason why people fail is stress. Not getting enough sleep, poor health (not eating properly, drinking too much), and other commitments outside the course (family, love life, work, social life) contribute negatively to the course.

Can I teach in UK with CELTA?

If you want to work in the UK, CELTA is a good initial qualification, but you will need to do further study to get Qualified Teacher Status. This may be a PGCE, a Cert Ed or a DET. It is possible to study for these whilst you are working in a teaching job.

Is CELTA worth doing?

"Is CELTA worth it?" is a question we often get asked by potential candidates thinking about enrolling on a CELTA programme and the answer is most certainly yes! CELTA is the most highly regarded English language teaching qualification available and is recognised by employers around the world.

How many people get pass a in CELTA?

When you complete your CELTA course, you will be awarded one of four possible grades: Fail (hopefully not), Pass (about 70% of successful candidates), Pass B (about 25% of successful candidates), or Pass A (about 5% of successful candidates).

Do I need Ielts for CELTA?

Is IELTS required for CELTA? Officially, no, IELTS is not required to take a CELTA but all non-native English speakers will need to demonstrate an ability to speak and write English at a level 7.5 IELTS score. This will be assessed by your tutors during the CELTA course interview.

Is CELTA better than TEFL?

TEFL refers to any certification program that trains an English speaker to teach their language to others. CELTA, on the other hand, is an intensive ESL teaching certificate, designed by Cambridge University. It is considered one of the most prestigious qualifications for teaching English abroad.

Is CELTA equivalent to a degree?

Is the CELTA the Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree? The CELTA is classed as a level 5 qualification. A level 5 qualification showcases specialised knowledge that surpasses secondary school education. The CELTA is not equivalent to a bachelor's degree, which is a level 6 qualification.Aug 30, 2019

Is TEFL equivalent to CELTA?

Yes, a Level 5 TEFL course and CELTA are both level 5 qualifications, but that only means they're the same level of difficulty, not that the qualifications are interchangeable. The method of delivery and content of the two qualifications is actually very different.

1. Arguing With The Trainers

The easiest way to fail the CELTA course is to argue with the CELTA Trainers. I had a candidate on my course and he was always arguing with the trainers about the methodology and was very vocal. Don’t argue with the trainers. They are there to support you and if you argue with the trainers, they will encourage you to leave the course.

2. Arguing With Trainees

Another way to fail the course is to argue with the other trainees on the CELTA Course. You are all there to learn how to plan lessons, develop knowledge and teach effectively but if you are arguing with other trainees or not supporting them on their journey as well, then you will isolate yourself and will fail the course.

4. Not Preparing In Time

One integral part of the CELTA Course is to plan and organise material for your teaching sessions. However, I have heard that there have been cases where candidates have asked CELTA Trainers to help them cut up material before a particular class that the trainee was due to teach.

5. Being Lazy

The easiest way to be kicked off a CELTA Course is to be completely lazy and expecting other trainees and trainers to help you during the course. If you think the CELTA Course is a walk in a park, then it is perhaps not the course for you.

How many CELTA courses are there?

There are more than 350 authorised centres in more than 80 countries, running over 1,500 courses a year.

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Do you get the same CELTA certificate?

However you choose to take your course, you get the same standard of training, receive the same CELTA qualification and the same internationally recognised CELTA certificate from Cambridge Assessment English.

Is it normal to start a CELTA course with intermediate knowledge?

Some teachers or applicants think that it is normal to start CELTA with intermediate level of linguistic knowledge. Despite you may be teaching not advanced levels for the practical part of the course, the theoretical part of the course will need profound knowledge. Also, you will be confident if you are comfortable using the language.

Is CELTA theory easy?

In CELTA, the theoretical part of the course is easy, especially for working teachers as they have studied the theory and they can easily reflect on the activities and the material discussed during the training. However, the second part of the course is quite intensive and stressful. You are very closely observed. Prepare yourself for that. I had peers who could do much better if that was not for the fear of being observed. So, make sure you are ready for that.