English for teachers: specialized qualifications for teaching English

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Have you ever wondered what it takes to be an English teacher? Although some people think that speaking English is enough to teach it, the truth is that being a good teacher goes far beyond mastering the language. Leaving aside the debate about whether native or non-native teachers are better, to be an English teacher you need to have a series of techniques, resources and skills. Today we explain how to get them.




English courses for teachers: one for every need
When it comes to training as an English teacher, there are a wide variety of iceland phone number list on the market, suitable for different needs. Taking one of these will make it much easier to get a job as an English teacher, will give you credibility with your students and, above all, will help you develop the skills and confidence you need to do this job perfectly.

In this article, we will focus on the Cambridge and Trinity College English teacher qualifications. For all of them, it is recommended to have a C1 or C2 level before starting.



Cambridge English Teachers' Qualifications: CELTA, CELTYL and DELTA
The basic qualification to start your career as an English teacher is the Cambridge CELTA. The course lasts around one month full-time or around six months part-time and is aimed at preparing students to teach English to adults. Students are assessed on both practical work and written assignments.

If you want to teach English as a foreign language to children between 5 and 16 years old, you will need to have the CELTYL. It can be a good complement to expand your possibilities if you already have the CELTA. Both qualifications have the same duration (one month full-time or six months part-time) and the same assessment systems (practice and written work).

Finally, the DELTA qualification is aimed at people who are already working as English teachers and are looking to progress in their career. It requires a minimum of two years' experience (1200 hours) and is equivalent to a Master's degree or professional diploma level in European Union countries.

This course lasts 9 months part-time and assesses students based on the following criteria:

Specific mission. Each student has one, according to DELTA specifications.
Assignment. Cambridge staff mark students on a series of assessments, including five practical teaching exercises and two written assignments.