The most widely recognised qualifications for Teaching English as a Foreign Language are those run under the University of Cambridge Integrated Language Teaching Schemes (CILTS).

The certificate level course, CELTA (Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults), is a highly practical course and is run at the British Council in Agouza, Cairo. It provides initial training in the teaching of English to adults.

Entry requirements

Applicants must

			be at least eighteen years old at the beginning of the course
			have an awareness of language and a competence in English, both written and spoken, that enables them to undertake the course (near first language level)
			have a standard of education which would allow entry to higher education in their country.

Acceptance onto a course is not automatic and prospective applicants should fill in an application form and pre-interview task. They will then be called for interview. Candidates in Egypt can be interviewed at our Agouza office. Candidates applying from abroad should request a telephone interview. Places on the course are limited and early application is recommended.

Course elements
The course consists of three main elements: seminars and workshops, observed teaching practice and four written assignments.

Seminars and workshops
These will cover the practical application of techniques and theories.
Areas covered include

			Analysis of English grammar from a learners’ point of view
			Ways of presenting and practising language
			Ways of developing language skills
			Phonology
			Correction techniques
			Use of materials
			Lesson planning
			Classroom management
			Using video/tape/computers in a lesson.

Teaching Practice
During the course there will be regular teaching practice where groups of trainees work with classes of students and gain experience teaching at different levels. Teaching practice is held daily and is followed by feedback, in which tutor and trainees comment on the content and success of the lesson as a whole.

Observation
The observation of trained teachers is an important part of the course and trainees are required to observe at least six hours of classes during the course.

Assessment
Assessment is continuous and integrated, taking place throughout the course. There is no final written exam. Trainees are assessed on their ability to transfer what they learn in seminars and workshops to the classroom, on their awareness of the strengths and weaknesses of their own and others’ teaching and their contribution to input sessions. Two assessed components contribute to the overall grade. Component one relates to planning and teaching and component two consists of classroom-related written assignments. There are four written assignments.

Course times and dates
The course requires a considerable amount of time and energy. Course times are from 09.30 a.m. to 17.30 p.m. daily, but trainees will find themselves working on assignments or preparing materials outside their timetabled hours and at the weekends. In addition, some classroom observation is also timetabled outside course hours. Though very intensive, it is, however, a fulfilling experience for both experienced teachers and those new to teaching.

Applications
If you are interested in applying for a place on the CELTA course, please contact us.

If you would like further information on CELTA courses, please look at the Cambridge ESOL website.

LE 10,000

following acceptance onto a course a non-refundable deposit of LE 2,000 is required to reserve a place. Full fees should be paid at least ten working days before the course starts.