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Free CELTA Level 5 TEFL Course in Lewisham

CostFREE
Duration15 weeks
LevelLevel 5
DeliveryClassroom based
Start22 Feb 2027
Study modePart-time
AttendanceEvening
Awarding bodyCAE
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About this course

Free CELTA Level 5 TEFL Course in Lewisham. Evening classes run at Lewisham College, part-time over 15 weeks.

The course covers the principles of effective English language teaching. You'll study how adults learn, how to analyse language for teaching, and how to plan and deliver lessons. You'll also build practical classroom skills through observed teaching practice. Applicants need a proficient level of English. Prior qualifications in English are usually expected, though relevant experience may be considered.

You'll finish with a Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (CELTA) at Level 5.

Who this course is for

The aims of the course aims are to help you understand the principles of effective teaching and acquire practical teaching skills. You will also learn how to analyse language for teaching, understand how adults learn and the role of the teacher and the learner, learn how to develop your knowledge and skills, gain confidence and professional knowledge, and gain an internationally recognised teaching qualification.

Entry requirements

Applicants are required to have a proficient level of English to begin the course. Usually, applicants have completed qualifications in English, but this may not be necessary depending on prior experience and knowledge, which may suffice.

What you will learn

  • You'll understand the principles of effective English language teaching.
  • You'll learn how to analyse language and grammar for use in the classroom.
  • You'll study how adults learn and what that means for your teaching approach.
  • You'll develop lesson planning and classroom management skills.
  • You'll practise teaching real learners under observation and receive feedback.
  • You'll build professional knowledge to support your development as a teacher.

How you will learn

You'll learn through a mix of classroom sessions and observed teaching practice. Tutors will give you feedback on your lessons as you go. You'll also study language analysis and teaching theory during class time. Assessment is based on your teaching practice and written assignments completed during the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Lewisham College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • ESOL teacher, teaches English to adult speakers of other languages.
  • EFL teacher, teaches English abroad or in private language schools.
  • English language tutor, works one-to-one or in small groups.
  • Community learning tutor, supports learners in local education settings.
  • Language school teacher, delivers courses in a private language school.

What you could study next

  • Level 5 Diploma in Teaching (English Language Teaching), a deeper qualification for those moving into full-time teaching roles.
  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), for those who want to teach in state schools and need a further recognised teaching qualification.
  • Delta (Diploma in English Language Teaching to Adults), the advanced professional qualification for experienced TEFL teachers looking to specialise or move into teacher training.
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