What is TKT?
This is a new teacher training certificate test from Cambridge University for teaching English to speakers of other languages. It aims to increase teachers' confidence and enhance job prospects by focusing on the core teaching knowledge needed by teachers of primary, secondary or adult learners. This flexible and accessible award will help you to understand:

			different methodologies for teaching
			the 'language of teaching'
			the ways in which resources can be used
			the key aspects of lesson planning
			classroom management methods for different needs.

Who is TKT for?
TKT is ideal for all teachers, whatever your background and teaching experience. It’s also suitable for people who would like to teach English but do not yet have a teaching position.

Candidates taking TKT will normally have some experience of teaching English to speakers of other languages. TKT may also be taken by:

			pre-service teachers
			teachers who wish to refresh their teaching knowledge
			teachers who are moving to teaching
			English after teaching another subject

There are no formal entry requirements. However, anyone wishing to take TKT is strongly advised to have at least an intermediate level of English - level B1 of the Council of Europe's Common European Framework of Reference for Languages

British Council Tunis level: 5A

(Upper intermediate)

What does TKT involve?
In Tunis, you can follow a preparation course before taking the test.

TKT has three core modules. These can be taken together in one exam session or separately, in any order, over three sessions. Each module consists of a test of 80 objective questions, lasting 80 minutes, which require you to select the correct answer and mark this on a computerised answer sheet.

Module 1 - Language and background to language learning and teaching

			Describing language and language skills.
			Background to language learning.

Module 2 - Planning lessons and use of resources for language teaching

			Planning and preparing a lesson or sequence of lessons.
			Selection and use of resources and materials.

Module 3 - Managing the teaching and learning process

			Teachers' and learners' language in the classroom.
			Classroom management.

Course dates

to be confirmed

Fees:
To be confirmed

TKT exam:
To be confirmed