Before this month ended, did I want to talk about something that has been running through my mind lately. I also teased it on the fan page to this blog. What I mean is teaching certifications for ESL educators who are planning on teaching abroad (Especially the CELTA). Not only do I think that this sort of exams/courses should be accompanied by a bachelor's degree, but also with meaningful experience in the field. In the following post, will I go deeper on this topic and elucidate on the reasons why I think they way I do regarding it.

 

Recently, I encountered a friend who told me about his plans of taking the CELTA program. You see, this friend has been doing mission trips with American teams for a while now. Thus, you could say that his English is quite good. Albeit, he has almost no previous experience teaching. As a result, you do not have to be an expert prognosticator to believe that he is indeed going to have a hard time passing this course. Notwithstanding, it is an enriching experience that aids trainee teachers who have a strong desire to lean progress faster. Conversely, I do think that for instance in my case I would have higher chances of passing the CELTA. That is, considering the fact that I would have to prepare some time in advance.  Given the fact that leveraging my previous knowledge and experience would not be enough to succeed at it. Not to mention, I would have to save enough money so as to be able to register.  

 

Let me explain further mostly what you should know about the CELTA. It stands for "Certificate of English language teaching to adults". Therefore, it is by definition targeted towards the needs of adult English learners. Be that as it may, the principles taught on this course can be transferred to different age groups as well. Mainly, "The communicative approach" is the focus of what is imparted on this course. There are only two drawbacks to taking this program. First of all, the tuition fee for registration is about $1700 (South America) depending on the country. Apart from the aforesaid, the course per se is incredibly condensed (one month). Consequently, not allowing the applicants enough time to digest the information provided. Lastly, in order to even be accepted into the program in the first place, you have to submit an application form of 12 pages. To say nothing of the fact that you also have to pass a Skype interview after you submit your application (Both steps have no cost).

 

In review, the CELTA certification is quite a program. It is extremely condensed, and it entails mostly hard work to successfully complete it. In other words, you basically have to be on vacation to be able to pass the course. No major distractions can keep you from achieving your monthly goal. You have to take into account the sacrifices you are going to make in order to pass this program. Such as the investment and the hard work you will put into completing the assignments. Thus, if you are willing to take it, strive to be successful at it at all costs.