CELTA Certification Program in Seattle, WA

ELS Seattle CELTA Certification:
ELS Seattle offers a four-week Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults (CELTA) course at our school in the trendy Capitol Hill district of Seattle in Washington State. CELTA is an initial certification for people with little or no previous teaching experience. Because it is awarded by Cambridge ESOL, part of the world-famous University of Cambridge, you can rely upon its quality and recognition. It can open a new world of exhilarating teaching opportunities for you.

ELS Seattle is one of just nine CELTA certificate program locations in the USA, one of three on the West Coast and the only location in the Pacific Northwest – right in the heart of downtown Seattle.

The CELTA program is a 4-week course, with 120 contact hours. There are also an additional 80 learning hours devoted to pre-course preparation and tasks, on course reading and research, assignment writing, lesson preparation and record keeping.

Who Should Consider CELTA?
CELTA is appropriate for a wide range of people. It is the ideal qualification for those who want to start English language teaching anywhere in the world. It is also suitable for people who want a career break or change and for those already teaching English who have no formal qualifications. You do not have to be a native English speaker to enroll in the CELTA course. Demonstrate English proficiency and you can be considered for admission.

Admission Requirements:
- Be at least 20 years of age
- Have a high school diploma or equivalent
- Pass pre-course language evaluation task and a 60-minute interview
- Have competency in both written and spoken English. Non-native English speakers applying must submit a TOEFL® score of 79 or IELTSTM band 6.5. These requirements may be waived at the discretion of the CELTA Director based on the candidate’s oral interview.
- Have the potential to develop necessary skills to become an effective teacher.

- “I quite honestly have never experienced learning in this way. I appreciate that the instructors were focused on teaching from many perspectives. We experienced the course; we didn’t just listen and write—we truly learned!”

- “I was challenged and I came away from the course with a large amount of new knowledge and practical techniques I can use in the future.”

- “I learned tons in a relatively short period of time. I now have frameworks to use in teaching, a good foundation for teaching English overseas.”

- “I learned a lot, challenged my previous beliefs, and feel I am a better teacher and person after studying here.”

- “Both tutors were very knowledgeable, accessible and sympathetic to student needs and aspirations.”

- “The lessons and methods were well prepared and delivered. I learned more than I thought I would. CELTA forces teachers to think beyond their comfort zones and boundaries.”

ELS Seattle is in the trendy Capitol Hill district of Seattle. With a backdrop of majestic Mt. Rainier, the Olympic Mountains, and only two blocks from the downtown district, Seattle enjoys the enviable reputation as one of America’s “most livable” cities. This location is also surrounded by unique boutiques, quirky coffee shops, and neighborhood cafes.

The Seattle area is filled with interesting sights and experiences. One of the largest cities in the United States, Seattle is brimming with history and excitement. ELS is located within walking distance of Pike Place Market, Pacific Place Shopping Center, and Broadway district with local attractions including the Seattle Space Needle, Gorge Amphitheater, Waterfront Pier and Vancouver, Canada. The magnificent Pacific Coast and Portland, Oregon are just a few hours away.

Housing:
Off-campus student housing available, plus referrals to other area motels.

ELS Language Centers is the largest network of campus-based English language instruction centers in the world, offering more than 55 study locations in the USA and Canada. Over the past 50 years, ELS Language Centers has helped over 1,000,000 international students from more than 140 countries learn English quickly and effectively.

For further information on our CELTA training course, including dates and fees, please e-mail us via our Contact Page.