Can I change my CELTA course/location/start date after I have applied?
This is a very common question we get, particularly with candidates whose CELTA application is already in progress. Essentially, the answer is yes. Changing your chosen CELTA course to a later/earlier course or a different location is easy to do. Just let us know and we will do the rest for you. Please note, if you have already paid your deposit and/or your course fees you will need to speak to your original centre regarding the refund policy. Ensure you are aware of the centre’s refund policy before paying your deposit and CELTA fees.
Will the CELTA help me get work as a teacher?
Most interested candidates ant to be sure that if the time, money and energy invested in taking the CELTA will be worth it at the end of the day. Rest assured that the CELTA is the most sought-after TEFL certificate by employers worldwide. According to a recent survey conducted by Cambridge English, over 70% of job advertisements specifically request the CELTA. In the UK alone, almost 90 per cent of employers wanted their teachers to have the CELTA!
Furthermore, a part of the course is solely dedicated to professional development and finding work once you graduate. The schools often have jobs boards and contacts with other institutions looking to hire CELTA-qualified teachers. Plus, you’ll also be eligible to sign up for TEFLwork, an online jobs portal for qualified English teachers. Don’t forget that the CELTA does not guarantee you work though, and you will still need to make sure your CV is polished, you use your contacts to find out roles and apply for the roles that suit you!
Can I pay for my CELTA course in instalments?
Your course fees will need to be paid in full before you take your CELTA course. The best option is to submit your application as early as possible so you can have the whole lead up to the course to pay the full fee.
Some centres also offer special early bird prices for trainees who pay several weeks before the start date. Remember that once you’ve been accepted onto the course, you will need to pay a deposit to secure your place. This deposit is non-refundable and can range from about 10% to 50% of the total course fee.
In exceptional circumstances, it may be possible to pay for your CELTA course in instalments, however you would need to discuss and agree this with the course tutor during the interview stage of the application process.
How do I know if there are still spaces available on a course?
This is definitely a very popular question with interested CELTA candidates! The CELTA course dates that we have on the StudyCELTA website will be courses that are scheduled to take place. We check this on a regular basis, and if/when there are no more spaces available on a CELTA course, we will either mark this as ‘On a waiting list’ or remove the date from the website. In the unlikely event that an advertised course is no longer available, we will be able to offer alternative options.
Can I miss any classes in my CELTA course?
Essentially this has a vey straightforward answer. You need 100% attendance to pass the CELTA course. On rare occasions (for exceptional circumstances) you can arrange to miss a day and catch up. However, this will be assessed by the tutor on a case-by-case basis and is not guaranteed.
DELTA FAQs
As well as our comprehensive list of frequently asked CELTA questions, we also have many questions and answers tailored for candidates who are interested in taking one of the DELTA modules. If you have questions about taking the DELTA, be sure to check out our DELTA FAQs!
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Apply for the CELTA
If you have found the answers you need, it could be time to proceed with your CELTA application! Candidates can choose from CELTA courses around the world, both face-to-face and online, full-time and part-time, with mixed options available too. So, if your English level is sufficient, you can apply for a CELTA course via this page. Don’t forget to check out what other trainees have said about their CELTA course experience via our Reviews page.
Check out TEFLwork for opportunities for post-CELTA jobs
