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CELTA Course in Mexico, South America

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StudyCELTA: CELTA Courses Playa del Carmen, Rivera Maya, Mexico:
StudyCELTA is an experienced and dynamic team of professionals that have been working in the field of English language teaching since 1999. We offer Cambridge University teacher training programs including CELTA (Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults) courses in Playa del Carmen, on Mexico's Caribbean Coast (Rivera Maya). CELTA is the most widely recognised and respected international TEFL certificate in teaching English offered in Mexico and across the globe. Our 4-week, full-time CELTA courses are available year round, and feature a minimum of 6 hours of teaching practice.

Accreditation:

Photo of CELTA Course in Mexico, South AmericaThe Cambridge CELTA has been accredited by the Qualifications and Curriculum Authority (QCA) at Level 5 on the UK's National Qualifications Framework. StudyCELTA also works with international ELT organisations to ensure the acceptance of CELTA globally.

Why Choose StudyCELTA?

-  Putting Students First
We're here to help and give you our advice based on personal knowledge of Mexican culture, and of English language teaching as a career. Accommodation can be arranged by the Teacher Training Center for trainees from outside Rivera Maya.

-  International Recognition
As our Certificate is awarded by Cambridge English Language Assessment, part of the world-famous University of Cambridge, you can rely on its quality and recognition. Over 10,000 people successfully complete a CELTA course each year.

-  Future Employment Training
Our course includes sessions which provide you with contacts of schools, resources for job search and skills development on the Internet, and interview preparation.

CELTA Certificate Course:

- Full-time course: 4-week, intensive study
- 120 hours study time
- Minimum 6 hours teaching practice
- Minimum 8 hours of teaching observation

CELTA is an internationally recognised qualification and has British Council approval. It is the foundation qualification for employment in most recognised language schools around the world.

Exotic Location to Study CELTA:

Image of CELTA Course in Mexico, South AmericaSituated in Playa del Carmen, on the beautiful Rivera Maya on Mexico's Caribbean Coast, our 4 week CELTA courses are available year round.

The teacher training centre in Riviera Maya consists of two adjoining buildings: a colonial style house with a domed roof and terrace at the front which houses the reception, two large student apartments (not to mention an exclusive French restaurant called Byblos!); and a new, purpose-built building at the back that contains the teachers' room, the study room, the Internet access room, offices, the classrooms and two more student apartments.

There are 10 spacious classrooms in total, all with air-conditioning and views of the garden, which is full of exotic trees and plants. There is also the bar area in the garden where students can relax and socialise after class.

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Some interested visitors submitting program inquiries to our school up to 2026-05-24 were from:

Ubud, Bali, Indonesia; London, UK / GB; USA; Nigeria; CA, USA; Sundeland, UK / GB; South Korea; NORTH YORK, Ontario, Canada; Riyadh, Saudi Arabia; and more.
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