Malta CertTESOL Course

CertTESOL Course Outline

The Trinity Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (CertTESOL) is an internationally recognised qualification for those looking for a career in English language teaching. This is the first professional qualification for teachers of EFL/ESOL/ESL to young learners and adults.

The CertTESOL course is for native speakers of English or other fluent users of the English language (please see Entry Requirements below).

This full-time 4-week intensive face-to-face course entails approx 113 contact hours, and around 24 hours devoted to teaching practice, which we consider to be the central component of the CertTESOL course, around which all other elements revolve. Trainees also devote 60 – 85 hours to directed study, prior to and during the course itself, involving structured reading of targeted material and research tasks, leading to the production of a number of assignments of both a theoretical and practical nature.

Our course is designed around our trainees. Maximum class size is 12 and this ensures that tuition is as personal as possible and that all trainees receive the necessary support and feedback to facilitate the development of their own particular style.

Course Structure

The daily schedule is divided up into theoretical input classes and workshops in the morning and early afternoon, and practical sessions later in the day, including lesson planning and materials production, teaching practice, observation of experienced teachers, peer observation and feedback sessions.

Course Objectives

By the end of the course, trainees will:

  • have a clear understanding of basic TESOL methodologies and approaches, and will be able to put them into practice in a manner appropriate to course and lesson aims, as well as the learners' background and their learning objectives.
  • be able to use a variety of teaching materials and have an awareness of the key features required of course books, printed and other teaching material.
  • be able to balance the requirements of accuracy and fluency in teaching English.
  • have the potential to self-evaluate their performance and to register further professional development through further training.

Where is the course held?

The course takes place on the premises of EC Malta itself so as to ensure that you experience what it is like to teach in a real language school environment and be immersed in a dynamic language learning atmosphere.

About Trinity College, London

The course is externally moderated by Trinity College London and successful trainees are awarded the Trinity College London Certificate in TESOL. The CertTESOL is an initial qualification which is internationally recognized by British Council , and by employers and authorities around the world. Trinity College is an international examinations board incorporating Trinity Guildhall, offering accredited qualifications in English language and the performing and creative arts. Trinity training is offered in a large number of centres worldwide and standards are maintained on each course by a visiting Trinity moderator.

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Entry Requirements

Applicants must be 18 years of age, or over, as at date of application, and have a standard of education which allows entry to Higher Education in their own country. They must demonstrate a high level of competence in reading, writing, listening and speaking skills, as appropriate to a teacher of the English language.

Prospective trainees for whom English is a second or foreign language must demonstrate competence in all language skills and must be in possession of a certificate in any of the following internationally-recognised exams (grades, as detailed below):

  • Cambridge ESOL Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE) - Grade B, or above, with an 'Excellent' grade for the Writing and Speaking papers
  • IELTS (International English Language Testing System) - Band 8.5 or above, with a minimum 8.5 in Speaking and Writing papers and a minimum 8 in Reading and Listening.
  • TOEFL: ibt score 115, or higher (internet-based Test); Paper-based Test score :650-653, or higher

NB: The above reflects the standard of English required of an internationally mobile teacher of English.

2012 Course dates:

  • 13 February – 10 March
  • 7 May – 2 June
  • 5 November – 30 November

Course Duration: 4 weeks, full-time intensive programme

Our Trainers

All our trainers and tutors are highly qualified and have had years of experience in the ELT/ESOL industry. They are dedicated professionals who have decided to make a career of teaching and teacher training and are committed to creating a very positive environment. You can rest assured that you will get the continuous feedback and support needed on such courses.

For further information, contact Nadya Aquilina at nadyaaquilina@ecenglish.com