Valencia, one of Spain’s finest cities, is choc full of amazing quality and variety, with sun-kissed Mediterranean beaches, delicious food, buzzing street life, rich culture and history. The city has so much for you to enjoy…and you can combine it with getting trained to teach English as a Foreign Language! For those who want to get CELTA-qualified from the comfort of home, there is the online part-time option as well, with a timetable arranged according to your needs.
With the next Valencia courses just round the corner in May, we thought it was a great time to chat with Séamas Campbell, the CELTA Tutor at the Valencia centre, to get the lowdown on taking the CELTA via Valencia, Spain either face-to-face or online…
What are the best things about Valencia as a city?
For me, Valencia is the Goldilocks of Spanish cities – not too big, not too small, with the perfect mix of old-world charm in the historic quarter and modern flair in the futuristic City of Arts and Sciences. As the birthplace of paella, Valencia is well-known throughout Spain for its remarkable cuisine, from traditional rice dishes to seafood tapas and beyond. Oh, and did I mention the beach is just a short ten-minute tram ride from the school?
What is the Valencia CELTA centre like for those taking the face-to-face option?
The Valencia CELTA centre offers a welcoming learning environment, with friendly administrative and teaching staff. We’re located near the university area of the city, so there are plenty of cafés around, and you can hop on the metro to the city centre or take a tram to the beach for a post-lesson stroll.
What is the online part-time CELTA experience like via Valencia?
For the online part-time CELTA, Valencia strikes a balance between flexibility and structure. We understand that many of our candidates are working at the same time and have busy schedules during the week. To accommodate this, fixed lessons are held on Saturday mornings, and we work around your weekday schedule for meetings with your tutor, for example. You can learn at your own pace, but there’s always someone available to guide you when needed. We aim to make the online community feel just as connected as the face-to-face groups. You’ll still get all the expert advice and support from experienced tutors – all from the comfort of your own home, with the pyjama dress code optional.
What are the CELTA tutors like at Valencia? Are they experienced?
The tutors at Valencia are highly experienced, with many years of teaching all ages and levels, as well as training English teachers. They’re committed to guiding and supporting candidates as they embark on their new careers. As we know, CELTA courses can be stressful at times, so we aim to strike a balance between serious study and a light-hearted approach when needed.
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What is the TEFL job market like in Valencia (and Spain more generally) at the moment?
The TEFL job market in Valencia is still solid for newly certified teachers. There’s steady demand for English teachers, particularly in private language schools, where most teachers will work with a mix of kids, adolescents, and adult learners. While it may not be as booming as the “Teach English and live the dream” days, it remains a very viable career option.
Other than the CELTA certificate itself, what is the best thing a CELTA trainee will take from their Valencia CELTA experience?
Apart from the hard-earned CELTA certificate, what you’ll really take away from Valencia is the confidence to teach and the network of incredible people you’ll meet. You’ll be armed with practical skills, real-world teaching experience, and a support system that doesn’t disappear after the course ends. In fact, many of our CELTA graduates form friendships that last a lifetime, and they all feel fully prepared to embark on a rewarding career in the world of English language teaching.
Apply to take the CELTA via Valencia, Spain today!
If you are looking to embark on an exciting career where you can teach around the world, the CELTA course via Valencia, Spain is a great place to start! You can apply for the CELTA through our online form. There are no application fees and the form usually takes five to 15 minutes to complete.
Do you have any questions about taking the CELTA? Get in touch with a member of our team today!
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