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100% online CELTA through ILSC Education Group!

Your training and teaching practice will be in an online learning environment with groups of learners and observed by your trainer.

This mode is particularly useful if you want the flexibility of online study, if you want to limit travel costs, or if you plan to teach English online as you’ll learn more about the digital tools needed.

Whether you choose the online or in-person option, your CELTA certificate is equally valid and recognised internationally.

CELTA fully online course

Upcoming course dates

upcoming course dates

Online CELTA with ILSC Education Group: three options

Online - Daytime schedule

Mondays
LIVE Input 

1:00 – 4:30pm EST

Learn methodology and plan lessons synchronously with your instructors and classmates on Zoom.

Thursdays
LIVE TEACHING 

1:00 – 4:30pm EST

You will be teaching one lesson per week on either Thursday or Friday.

You will attend both days of Teaching Practice.

 

Teach a 45-minute lesson on Zoom and watch your classmates do the same. Give and receive lesson feedback.

Fridays
LIVE TEACHING

1:00 – 4:30pm EST

You will be teaching one lesson per week on either Thursday or Friday.

You will attend both days of Teaching Practice.

 

Teach a 45-minute lesson on Zoom and watch your classmates do the same. Give and receive lesson feedback.

other weekdays
offline work

Asynchronous

Work on your weekly lesson plan and complete interactive self-study units. 

Meet with a tutor at the optional drop-in if you need more help.

Online - Evening schedule

Mondays
LIVE Input 

6:00 – 9:30pm EST

Learn methodology and plan lessons synchronously with your instructors and classmates on Zoom.

Thursdays
LIVE TEACHING 

6:00 – 9:30pm EST

You will be teaching one lesson per week on either Thursday or Friday.

You will attend both days of Teaching Practice.

 

Teach a 45-minute lesson on Zoom and watch your classmates do the same. Give and receive lesson feedback.

Fridays
LIVE TEACHING

6:00 – 9:30pm EST

You will be teaching one lesson per week on either Thursday or Friday.

You will attend both days of Teaching Practice.

 

Teach a 45-minute lesson on Zoom and watch your classmates do the same. Give and receive lesson feedback.

other weekdays
offline work

Asynchronous

Work on your weekly lesson plan and complete interactive self-study units. 

Meet with a tutor at the optional drop-in if you need more help.

Online - Saturday schedule

saturday morning
LIVE TEACHING 

10:00 – 1:15pm EST

You will teach one 45-minute lesson on Zoom and watch your classmates do the same.

saturday afternoon
LIVE FEEDBACK + INPUT 

2 – 4:30 pm EST

Give and receive lesson feedback.

Learn methodology with your instructors and classmates on Zoom.

 

SATURDAY AFTERNOON
LESSON PLANNING

4:30 – 6pm EST

 Plan the following week’s lessons synchronously with your instructors and classmates on Zoom.

 Plan the following week’s lessons synchronously with your instructors and classmates on Zoom.

other weekdays
offline work

Asynchronous

Work on your weekly lesson plan and complete interactive self-study units. 

Meet with a tutor at the optional drop-in if you need more help.

Additional information

Total course fees for the online CELTA (all formats):  $2,300CAD

  • This includes the $450 non-refundable Cambridge registration and admin fee.
  • Full tuition fees ($1850) must be paid within 1 month of acceptance and at least 1 month before the course begins.
  • Once accepted, course deferrals within 12 months can occur once full payment has been confirmed.
  • Full payment can be made in two installments when necessary.
  • Fees are paid online through payment portal.

Refund Policy

  • If written notice of withdrawal is given within the first two weeks of the online course: 50% refund of tuition fee.
  • If written notice of withdrawal is given after the first two weeks of the course: 0% refund of tuition fee.
  • All payments made by credit card will be refunded on the same credit card, minus credit card fees initially charged.

Course Cancellation Policy

Six candidates are required to run the CELTA program. In the event that the minimum number is not reached, the course will be cancelled and 100% of the applicant’s fees will be refunded or deferred to a later course. Candidates will be notified as soon as possible of course cancellations. 

Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Others Languages (CELTA)

The CELTA is an introductory course for candidates who have little or no previous English language teaching experience. It may also be suitable for candidates with some experience but little previous training. 

Course Aims

The course enables candidates to:

  • acquire essential subject knowledge and familiarity with the principles of effective teaching
  • acquire a range of practical skills for teaching English to adult learners
  • demonstrate their ability to apply their learning in a real teaching context.

Candidates who complete the course successfully can begin working in a variety of ESOL teaching contexts around the world.

Syllabus overview

The following syllabus is a reflection of the pre-service entry point of prospective candidates and outlines both the subject knowledge and the pedagogic knowledge and skills required for beginner ESOL teachers.

The syllabus consists of five specific topic areas:

  • Topic 1 Learners and teachers, and the teaching and learning context
  • Topic 2 Language analysis and awareness
  • Topic 3 Language skills: reading, listening, speaking and writing
  • Topic 4 Planning and resources for different teaching contexts
  • Topic 5 Developing teaching skills and professionalism.

CELTA is awarded to candidates who have completed the course and who have met the assessment criteria for all written and practical assignments.

The overall assessment aims for each topic are that candidates should be able to:

  1. assess learner needs, and plan and teach lessons which take account of learners’ backgrounds, learning preferences and current needs
  2. demonstrate language knowledge and awareness and appropriate teaching strategies
  3. demonstrate knowledge about language skills and how they may be acquired
  4. plan and prepare lessons designed to develop their learners’ overall language competence
  5. demonstrate an appropriate range of teaching skills at this level and show professional awareness and responsibility.

Assessment framework

There are two components: Component One – Planning and teaching (you teach a total of 6 hours) and Component Two – Classroom-related written assignments (4 assignments in total).

CELTA is internally assessed and externally moderated by a Cambridge English approved assessor, who samples portfolios and teaching practice and who discusses and agrees the grades for all candidates.

  • 6 hours of assessed teaching

  • ​8 lessons, usually taught once a week via Zoom

  • Formal lesson plan submitted prior to each lesson

  • ​Each lesson graded on pass/fail basis

  • ​Written and verbal feedback provided after each lesson

  • ​Teach actual English learners at two distinct levels

  • 4 written assignments

  • Each 750-1000 words, none are overly academic

  • Each assignment graded on pass/fail basis

  • Opportunity to resubmit each if necessary

  • Assignment 1: language skills assignment

  • Assignment 2: language research assignment

  • Assignment 3: focus on the learners

  • Assignment 4: reflections from the classroom

  • Online CELTA at ILSC uses Zoom.
  • You will need access to a stable Wi-Fi connection or a wired internet connection (Min. 2-3Mbs/s).
  • You will need a sufficient integrated or USB webcam and microphone is needed. 
  • We advise using a computer with a sufficient size screen (use of a second screen is highly recommended).
  • Have access to a professional and quiet space to present yourself clearly on camera during input and teaching practice.

Your training and teaching practice will be in an online learning environment with groups of learners and observed by your trainer.

This mode is particularly useful if you want the flexibility of online study, if you want to limit travel costs, or if you plan to teach English online as you’ll learn more about the digital tools needed.

Whether you choose the online or in-person option, your CELTA certificate is equally valid and recognised internationally.

CELTA fully online course

Upcoming course dates

How is the eight week online CELTA structured?

Weeks 1 - 8

Mondays
Input sessions

1:00 – 4:30pm EST

Learn theory, methodology, and lesson planning synchronously with your instructors and classmates on Zoom.

Tuesdays
Input sessions

Asynchronous

Complete interactive self-study units and work on your weekly lesson plan.

Wednesdays
Input sessions

asynchronous

Complete interactive self-study units and work on your weekly lesson plan.

Optional:

1-1 drop-in meeting with your tutor(s)

Thursdays
TP

1:00 – 4:30pm EST

See a detailed breakdown below.

Fridays
TP

1:00 – 4:30pm EST

See a detailed breakdown below.

availability

1:00 – 4:30pm EST

You will be teaching one lesson per week on either Thursday or Friday.

You will attend both days of Teaching Practice.

teaching practice

1:00 – 3:00pm EST

Teach a 45-minute lesson on Zoom and watch your classmates do the same.

self-reflection

3:00 – 3:30pm EST

Take a quick break after teaching your lesson and complete the self-reflection.

Lesson feedback

3:30 – 4:30pm EST

Meet back on Zoom with your classmates and instructor to receive written and verbal feedback on your lesson.

Additional information

Total course fees for the eight-week online CELTA:  $2,300CAD

  • This includes the $450 non-refundable Cambridge registration and admin fee.
  • Full tuition fees ($1850) must be paid within 1 month of acceptance and at least 1 month before the course begins.
  • Once accepted, course deferrals within 12 months can occur once full payment has been confirmed.
  • Full payment can be made in two installments when necessary.
  • Fees can be paid online through payment portal.

Refund Policy

  • If written notice of withdrawal is given within the first two weeks of the online course: 50% refund of tuition fee ($925).
  • If written notice of withdrawal is given after the first two weeks of the course: 0% refund of tuition fee.
  • All payments made by credit card will be refunded on the same credit card, minus credit card fees initially charged.

Course Cancellation Policy

Six candidates are required to run the CELTA program. In the unlikely event that the minimum number is not reached, the course will be cancelled and 100% of the applicant’s fees will be refunded or deferred to a later course.

Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Others Languages (CELTA)

The CELTA is an introductory course for candidates who have little or no previous English language teaching experience. It may also be suitable for candidates with some experience but little previous training. 

Course Aims

The course enables candidates to:

  • acquire essential subject knowledge and familiarity with the principles of effective teaching
  • acquire a range of practical skills for teaching English to adult learners
  • demonstrate their ability to apply their learning in a real teaching context.

Candidates who complete the course successfully can begin working in a variety of ESOL teaching contexts around the world.

Syllabus overview

The following syllabus is a reflection of the pre-service entry point of prospective candidates and outlines both the subject knowledge and the pedagogic knowledge and skills required for beginner ESOL teachers.

The syllabus consists of five specific topic areas:

  • Topic 1 Learners and teachers, and the teaching and learning context
  • Topic 2 Language analysis and awareness
  • Topic 3 Language skills: reading, listening, speaking and writing
  • Topic 4 Planning and resources for different teaching contexts
  • Topic 5 Developing teaching skills and professionalism.

CELTA is awarded to candidates who have completed the course and who have met the assessment criteria for all written and practical assignments.

The overall assessment aims for each topic are that candidates should be able to:

  1. assess learner needs, and plan and teach lessons which take account of learners’ backgrounds, learning preferences and current needs
  2. demonstrate language knowledge and awareness and appropriate teaching strategies
  3. demonstrate knowledge about language skills and how they may be acquired
  4. plan and prepare lessons designed to develop their learners’ overall language competence
  5. demonstrate an appropriate range of teaching skills at this level and show professional awareness and responsibility.

Assessment framework

There are two components, Component One: Planning and teaching, and Component Two: Classroom-related written assignments (of which there are four in total).

CELTA is internally assessed and externally moderated by a Cambridge English approved assessor, who samples portfolios and teaching practice and who discusses and agrees the grades for all candidates.

  • 6 hours of assessed teaching

  • ​8 lessons, usually taught once a week via Zoom

  • Formal lesson plan submitted prior to each lesson

  • ​Each lesson graded on pass/fail basis

  • ​Written and verbal feedback provided after each lesson

  • ​Teach actual English learners at two distinct levels

  • 4 written assignments

  • Each 750-1000 words, none are overly academic

  • Each assignment graded on pass/fail basis

  • Opportunity to resubmit each if necessary

  • Assignment 1: language skills assignment

  • Assignment 2: language research assignment

  • Assignment 3: focus on the learners

  • Assignment 4: reflection

  • Online CELTA at ILSC uses Zoom.
  • You will need access to a stable Wi-Fi connection or a wired internet connection (Min. 2-3Mbs/s).
  • You will need a sufficient integrated or USB webcam and microphone is needed. 
  • We advise using a computer with a sufficient size screen (a second screen is sometimes preferred by candidates).
  • Have access to a professional and quiet space to present yourself clearly on camera during input and teaching practice.