Cambridge CELTA Certificate: Seville, Spain
Teacher Training in Seville, Spain
CELTA Aims
CELTA (originally CTEFLA) is the most widely recognised initial qualification for those wishing to start a career in ELT (English Language Teaching) and the minimum required qualification for most serious ELT schools. CELTA is designed for those with no previous ELT experience, or those with some limited experience who feel the need for formal training, new ideas and an approved certificate. It is intended for native English speakers, or non-natives of near-native proficiency.
CELTA is a highly practical course which provides initial training in English language teaching to Adults. Successful CELTA candidates will gain a thorough basic grounding in all areas of modern ELT. It aims at laying a firm foundation on which a teacher can build with experience. The course combines classroom methodology and grounding in language and learning issues with guided and assessed teaching practice. It presents a view of the principles underlying language teaching and deals extensively with the analysis of English from a learner's perspective.
CELTA courses in Seville are full-time 4-week intensive courses of approximately 126 hours, of a very 'hands on' nature, complying fully with the UCLES guidelines and syllabus. You will be teaching from day 2 of the course.
The CELTA demands a great deal of work, both during and after course hours, so you should not take on other work during this time.
CELTA Entry requirements
Cambridge regulations state that candidates must:
- be at least 20 years old by the end of the course
- have the potential to develop the necessary skills to become effective teachers
- have a competence in English, both written and spoken, that enables them to follow the course and complete all the assessed elements successfully.
There is no formal academic entry requirement for CELTA. However, the recommended minimum entry requirement is that candidates should have formal qualifications which would allow entry into higher education in their own country. Most candidates have a first degree.
CELTA Selection Procedure
Selection of candidates is based on the completion of the application form, pre-interview tasks and an interview. Interviews are conducted at the School in Seville, in London, or by telephone.
Acceptance on the course is by no means automatic: a rigorous selection process is undertaken in the interest of candidates in order to ensure their suitability and a high degree of success on the course.
Acceptance is at the discretion of the centre.
As demand is always high you should submit your application at least 3-4 months prior to the course you wish to take.
The CELTA Course Programme
The CELTA programme has been designed in accordance to UCLES' Syllabus and Assessment Guidelines. The aim of this initial scheme is to:
1.Develop practical awareness of:
Learners
- cultural and individual needs
- approaches to learning difficulties, learner styles
- the motivation of adult learners
Language
- linguistic form, function and meaning, including a knowledge of grammar and its terminology
- appreciation of structure and function
- an understanding of the principles of selection and grading
- an introduction to how subject matter and context affects language
- the importance of phonology
Materials
- course books and teachers' books and supplementary materials and provision of special interest
- materials
- adapting authentic and non-authentic materials
- teacher-made materials
- reference works for both teachers and learners
2. To develop practical ability in:
- Classroom management and lesson planning
- the ability to arrange the physical environment appropriately for different learning situations and to
- establish an appropriate atmosphere for learning
- giving appropriate instructions for group tasks
- monitoring the progress of groups and individuals
- the ability to plan both individual lessons and a series of lessons appropriate to student needs,
- with a range of approaches and lesson types
Introduction and practice of new language
- the ability to select language and language areas appropriate to students' needs and level
- to introduce language clearly and efficiently to students
- to check learning and understanding at all stages of this process using appropriate techniques
- the ability to deal sensitively and effectively with student errors and gaps
- to devise and operate appropriate activities for written and oral practice in order to develop the
- accuracy, fluency and complexity of learner language
- to encourage and guide students towards noticing language in naturally occurring texts
Developing the skills of Reading, Listening, Speaking and Writing
- the ability to develop the four skills using techniques which foster not only their individual
- development but also their integration
- to select appropriate materials and to have the ability to use a wide range of techniques to this end
- to use and adapt authentic and non-authentic materials appropriately.
CELTA TIMETABLE
Sessions are held between 9.30am and 6.00pm including teaching practice. Note that the course is full-time: it is not possible to combine the course with regular teaching. Observation of experienced teachers (8 hours in total) takes place after course hours, as does individual lesson preparation.
CELTA Course Assessment
Assessment of the Cambridge CELTA course is continuous. Progress in practical teaching ability is of the greatest importance, but all aspects of performance and work done on the course are taken into consideration for the final grading, including the candidate's written work, professionalism, and suitability as a future member of staff in an ELT context.
- Candidates are constantly informed of their progress during the course by written commentary and oral feedback on their teaching practice and written assignments, and by tutorial. This may be formulated in terms of passing and failing.
- Candidates who successfully complete the CELTA course will receive the Cambridge Certificate. The grades possible are Pass A, Pass B, Pass, or "No Certificate Awarded". In addition, the Teacher Training Centre issues a graded certificate-report. This report describes the candidate's performance in some detail and serves as a vital document to prospective employers.
- The Teacher Training Centre in Seville cannot enter into either discussion or correspondence concerning results or assessments. Should a candidate wish to lodge any form of complaint, the appropriate channels for doing so will be indicated to them.
CELTA Dates and Prices for 2010
| Seville | |
|---|---|
| 14 January - 5 February + Optional Free week Spanish See below | |
| 15 February - 12 March + Optional Free week Spanish See below | |
| 15 March - 16 April: Semana Santa Five week course See below | |
| 26 April - 21 May + Optional 1 week Business English Teaching course See below | |
| 31 May - 25 June | |
| 5 July - 30 July + Optional Package See below | |
| 2 August - 27 August + Optional Package See below | |
| 30 August - 24 September | |
| 27 September - 22 October | |
| 25 October - 19 November | |
| 22 November - 21 December: Five week course See below | |
| (all courses start on a Monday unless otherwise indicated) | |
CELTA Course price
Tuition Fee: 1.490€
Deposit: 500€ (part of the total 1.490€)
NB:
- Note that the course deposit (500€) should be paid within 7 days of a place on the requested course being offered to secure a place on the specified dates.
- If accommodation has been requested, a deposit of 20 -25% of the accommodation total cost is required alongside the course deposit
- Deposits are non-refundable.
- The balance of the course fees (990€) needs to be paid together with the balance of the accommodation fees at least 6 weeks before the course commencement date.
Optional packages and Special courses
Spanish Course
FREE One week Spanish course after the CELTA course.
Accommodation will be available for the extra week at 130€ when staying in a shared flat with other trainees, or at 110€ for the extra week when staying in a shared flat with local Spanish professional people.
CELTA + Semana Santa - Easter procession week
Teacher Trainees will have the option of staying on in their accommodation the week after the course ends to enjoy the world famous "Semana Santa" - a unique opportunity to complete the teacher training course plus experience one of the most anticipated events in the Spanish calendar. The accommodation fee for this course is 650€ for the 5 weeks in a shared apartment with other trainees, or 550€ for the 5 weeks if you choose to stay in a shared apartment with local Spanish professional people.
Special CELTA + Business English Teaching (BET) course:
Trainees have the opportunity to stay on for an extra week and complete the Business English Course at the reduced price of 295€ + accommodation at 130€ for the extra week when staying in a shared flat with other trainees, or at 110€ for the extra week when staying in a shared flat with local Spanish professional people.
December "Puente" holiday course:
Trainees have the chance to enjoy a four day long weekend at the end of week two of the course, to do their Christmas shopping and see the sights. This course finishes on Tuesday 21st and the accommodation price is 650€ in a standard shared apartment with other trainees, or 550€ for the 5 weeks if you choose to stay in a shared apartment with local Spanish professional people.
Special July-August Offers
Package of CELTA + SPANISH + CYL (Certificate in Teaching English to Young Learners) - (8 or 10 weeks) 2010
- Combined Course CELTA + Spanish + CYL (8 weeks - OPTION I): 2.490€
- Combined Course CELTA + Spanish + CYL (10 weeks - OPTION II): 2.740 €
- The Accommodation fee for a single room in a shared apartment with other trainees is 1040€, or 880€ if you stay in a single room in a shared apartment with local Spanish professional people for the 8 weeks - OPTION I; and 1300€ for 10 weeks - OPTION II if you stay in a single room in a shared apartment with other trainees, or 1095€ for a single room in a shared apartment with local Spanish professional people for the 10 weeks.
The 3 Course Special Package has been designed to prepare trainees for the job market, particularly for those who wish to teach in a Spanish speaking country.
The Cambridge CELTA course is a highly regarded as an initial certificate in teaching English to adults, but the International House Young Learners Course then provides a very practical introduction of how to adapt your skills to children’s and teenage classes.
Many teaching jobs require you to give classes to younger learners, with up to 50% of a teaching timetable often consisting of classes to the under 16s.
In our experience, those trainees who have qualified as both adult and young learner teachers are in great demand, with academies often contacting us to see if any of our Special Package trainees are looking for work locally. What is more, the experience gained on the courses will give you more confidence in facing the challenges of teaching diverse groups.
The added Spanish component will be extremely useful as you begin your life in Spain or Central or South America. Nevertheless, if you are planning to teach elsewhere, you are welcome to apply for the CELTA and IH Young Learner Course on an individual basis.
Combined Course Dates 2010
Two all round packages aimed at providing future teachers with all the skills needed for the competitive Spanish job market:
- OPTION I
- 8-week Course: General Spanish Intensive course July 19th - 30th (2 weeks)
- CELTA August 2nd - 27th (4 weeks)
- Young Learner Certificate Course August Aug 30th - September 10th (2 weeks)
- OPTION II
- 10-week Course: CELTA July 5th - 30th (4 weeks)
- General Spanish Intensive Course Aug 2nd - 27th (4 weeks)
- Young Learner Certificate Course Aug 30th - September 10th (2 weeks)
Accommodation
If you wish our Accommodation Officers to organise your accommodation for the duration of your course, you will need to apply for it in your application form.
If you book accommodation, you will share a flat with other trainees or with Spanish people, unless you require other type of accommodation (host-family, own apartment, student residence, hotel or hostel). You will have your own room with use of the kitchen, bathroom and living room.
Sharing with other trainees allows you to study together outside course hours and share ideas. Sharing with other trainees also allows you to take advantage of the fact that you are together to try and get yourselves organised with cooking and shopping to save time. However, eating out is cheap here, and you may not always have time to cook.
If preferred, sharing an apartment with Spanish people is also available. This could be the perfect opportunity for you to experience Spanish culture and language outside the classroom.
Students normally arrive the day before the course starts and leave the accommodation the day after the courses finishes.
Accommodation price
Option 1: TOTAL Cost 520€ (prices for 4 weeks)
Accommodation details: single room in a shared flat, sharing with other trainees (all bills included).
Option 2: TOTAL Cost 440€ (price for 4 weeks)
Accommodation details: single room in a shared flat, sharing with local Spanish professional people (all bills included).
Extra night of accommodation: 30€ (shared flat with other trainees option), or 21€ (shared flat with local Spanish professional people option).
Conditions
- In order to secure your accommodation, within seven days of being offered a place on the course, a deposit of 20 -25% of the accommodation total cost is required alongside the course deposit
- The deposit is non-refundable.
- The balance of the accommodation fees is paid at least 6 weeks before the course commencement date.
- Accommodation is booked from the Sunday before the course until the Saturday after the course, unless applicants require otherwise.
- We will send you your accommodation address by e-mail two weeks before the course, if not before.
- Accommodation will be booked for the time indicated on the application form and can only be cancelled with a minimum of 6 weeks advance warning.
Optional Airport transfer service:
Cost: 1 way - 50€ / Roundtrip - 90€
One of our staff members will pick you up from the airport in Seville and will take you to your accommodation. If requested, the return service is also available.
Enrolment & Cancellation
If you believe you cover the minimum requirements for any of the courses mentioned above email our Programmes Coordinator and ask for the application package of the course that interests you.
Prospective trainees must complete the application pack and return it via email to the Programmes Coordinator. The CELTA applicants need to include an updated copy of their CV.
Applicants who have satisfactorily completed the application package will be invited to attend an interview shortly after this date with the main course tutor on the telephone (at their own cost).
All successful applicants will receive an offer of a place on the course of their choice immediately, if there is a place available.
After receiving an offer of place, you will have one week (7 days) from the moment they offer you the vacancy to pay a deposit in order to secure your vacancy on the course.
6 weeks prior the course commencement you will have to pay the balance.
The demand for vacancies on these courses is very high. Applicants are advised to apply at least two to three months before the start of a course, although there are occasionally places available due to last-minute cancellations.
Enrolment Cancellations
Once a vacancy on the CELTA course has been offered to you, you will have one week to pay your deposit and secure the vacancy.
After having paid the deposit, these are the terms and conditions that you will be under regarding canceling your course:
- With a minimum of 6 weeks advance notice , the Centre will reimburse a student full payment, less the deposit which will be valid for another course starting during the same calendar year.
- Deposits are non-refundable and cannot be returned under any circumstances.
- Students who start but do not finish the course will not be reimbursed.
How to pay
All payments need to be done in Euros via bank transfer, free of charges, into the StudyCELTA bank account in Seville, Spain (bank account details will be provided in the invoice, once the application has been successful).