Accredited CLT course, Communicative Language Teaching
Accredited CLT course. Trinity CertPT, a Trinity College London accredited Ofqual diploma level 6 teacher training course.
Course facts
| Certification: | Trinity CertPT in CLT |
| Accreditation level: | Ofqual level 6 |
| Course dates and prices: | Check the schedule |
| Course location: | Live online classroom |
| Duration: | Six weeks, part-time |
| Total hours: | 100 |
| Live class times: | Arranged to your schedule |
| External moderation: | Submission to Trinity College London |
| University credits: | Up to 10 |
| Total cost: | €899 |
| Price per hour | €8.90 |
Links to the facts we promised
- Please get in touch with Trinity College London to verify our Validated Course Provider status and ask them questions about us. Our Validated Course Provider number is 65747.
- Our course is the Trinity CertPT.
- Here is the UK Government Ofqual Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) page showing that Trinity College London (TCL) is recognised by Ofqual and the Council for the Curriculum, Examinations & Assessment
- Here is the UK Government Ofqual Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) page showing that the Trinity CertPT is an Ofqual level 6 qualification.
Accredited CLT course for practising teachers
CLT is an acronym for Communicative Language Teaching. CLT is sometimes referred to as the Communicative Approach.
CLT is a teaching method that prioritises the importance of genuine communication to facilitate learning. CLT learners practice the target language (in our case English) by communicating with each other and the teacher. Authentic material is used to which the learners can relate e.g. news items, personal experiences, things they’ve done, etc. CLT’s goal is the ability to communicate rather than grammatical competence. CLT turns your job into a facilitator, who guides and controls rather than lectures. CLT is also non-methodical because it does not rely on textbooks. CLT is a complex area and our CertPT CLT shows you how to use it in your classroom.
Learn to teach using CLT and increase your value as an English teacher
Okay, you are an international teaching professional with over six months of classroom experience and an interest in teaching CLT.
- Do you want to increase your value by learning CLT teaching skills?
- Do you want to specialise and earn more as a specialist CLT teacher?
- Are you looking for accredited continuing professional development (CPD) certification to prove your CLT teaching skills?
If this is you, the internationally accredited Ofqual level 6 Trinity College London Certificate for Practising Teachers (CertPT) in CLT (CertPT CLT) is for you.
The Trinity CertPT in CLT
- EBC’s one hundred hours, six-week, part-time Trinity CertPT accredited teaching CLT course gives you a deeper understanding of theoretical and practical aspects of teaching CLT.
- The CertPT CLT enables you to create and run a more communicative and effective CLT classroom.
- The Ofqual registration links are for Trinity College London (TCL) and CertPT.
- These links provide factual evidence that the Trinity CertPT is top-quality and officially recognised.
This course is a UK government-regulated qualification.
We back up our CertPT course promises with facts and evidence that you can check on government websites.
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Trinity CertPT in CLT course
- This course shows you how to build an effective CLT teaching environment for any age capable of learning and understanding English.
- We show you how to facilitate communicating and interacting in English in a controlled manner.
- Find out how to identify and source authentic material to engage your students in active communication.
- EBC has designed the CertPT CLT for teachers with little or no knowledge of CLT up to those who have a deeper understanding.
- Discover how to create learning opportunities that focus on the language and the learning management process.
- See why your students’ experiences are crucial to learning, motivation and material engagement.
- Learn how to link your classroom language with the world in which your students live.
CLT is a teaching approach that highlights the importance of authentic communication for learning. Therefore, language use across the four core skills of Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing takes priority because conveying and understanding messages lets you function in the real world. Also, since the learners will one day have to cope with the challenges that the real world will pose to them, the target functions, notions and language items are usually contextualized in situations and tasks which replicate real-life.
Successful communication is the primary goal of communicative language teaching. The focus is on learners communicating an authentic message in their particular context and making themselves understood.
Accuracy is desired, but it is not the primary goal. For example, a learner who communicates more information with a few mistakes is more likely to communicate successfully than one who conveys very little with no errors.
The CLT approach should motivate students to communicate. Therefore, it is essential to use relevant and engaging content for learners.
The purpose of this CertPT course in Communicative Language Teaching is to help you find, tailor, adapt and develop material that will engage your students, encourage communication and therefore improve their learning experience and your teaching experience.
EBC graduate course reviews
Here are some reviews from course graduates.
This course was great. It was very useful to me and I am happy I picked this course. My trainers were fantastic and always very kind and helpful.
Lucia Huggett
14:09 16 Nov 22
The EBC admin and teaching staff is amazing! Their clear instructions and assistance made this course fun and educational. With their help I passed the TEFL and Trinity CertTesol qualifications!
Frank Janse van Rensburg
08:22 12 Nov 22
EBC TEFL course is a sound foundation for teaching English. All aspects of teaching are covered, from classroom management to methodologies of teaching grammar and vocabulary.The training and administration staff are courteous and are always on hand to help you if you are struggling for ideas.By far, the best aspect is the hands-on teaching. You get to put into practice all the theory that you learn, and the students are kind and willing to do almost everything you ask of them.After graduation, EBC will help you find work and will be great support as you develop your career.I am now a senior teacher at a university in Vietnam, with an MA and a Cambridge Delta. EBC have been available for support and references throughout my 11 years of teaching since I graduated with them.It's not easy work, mind you, but it's a challenge that is both enjoyable and rewarding. And EBC will be with you every step of the way.
Andrew Moore
00:29 07 Oct 22
I recently took the online TEFL/TESOL course and would definitely recommend this institution. I was given thorough advice and guidance right from the first email enquiry and the course delivered was probably above the standard I was expecting. Trainers/tutors are experts.
Saffron C
10:54 09 Sep 22
From start to finish, EBC’s Trinity CertTESOL course delivered exactly what it said it would, maintaining top-tier quality all throughout the four-week training period. Though the course is intense and requires a lot of diligence and focus, if you are willing to put in the work, you will not be disappointed, as the course is sure to help you grow exponentially in your craft.The material is top-tier, the trainers are excellent, and the course opens more doors than you can imagine. EBC even takes it a step further by helping graduates find jobs that match their preferences. More importantly, however, the trainers are passionate about what they do and genuinely want to see their trainees succeed. (Go ahead and try to name me a better team to work with—I’ll wait!)This course was life-changing for me, which is why I highly recommend it—especially to anyone who is serious about teaching English to speakers of other languages and wants nothing but the best quality. This experience gives you a return on investment that will last a lifetime.
Beatrice Joy dR.
18:21 15 Aug 22
The CertTeSOL prep course that I completed is excellent.First, as an English Teacher , I could learn how to make good lesson plans including time management.Second, I could learn how to give effective student-centered lessons by reducing teacher talking time and increasing more active tasks, I could review some important basic points of teaching such as grammar and pronunciation.Last but not least, not only my tutor, but also the whole team were outstanding. They made us feel very comfortable and were always really helpful.I am absolutely satisfied, and of course, I hightly recommend it.
Geraldine Ramirez
22:55 14 Aug 22
The Trinity CertTESOL online course is well worth the time, work and money. If you want to be an effective TESOL/TEFL teacher, I highly recommend you get certified with EBC. The staff are knowledgeable, professional and passionate. It can seem overwhelming at first but you get the hang of things and meet some incredible people through it. Everyone considering teaching English abroad should consider EBC to get certified.
Tyler W
02:25 03 Aug 22
Excellent service. I completed my TESOL Certificate with them and I couldn´t be more satisfied. I learned a lot regarding teaching methodology and classroom management, very helpful teachers, detailed feedback and tasks and practice - oriented learning. 10 / 10.
goldy bolt
20:45 09 Feb 22
One of the best! Studying on this course was the best decision I had ever done. After the intense four weeks of studies The reward to have my Cert helps me to finally get the job I love to do, to teach thank you EBC. The teaching methods I’d learned, all of it was very important,useful and effective. I’m currently working right now for almost four years in one language academy here in Madrid. Thank you EBC.
Lhey
22:16 08 Feb 22
EBC delivers high-standard courses along with competitive moderators and keen methodology. Having said this, high-standards comes with high-expectations! If you put all the work and reel into the structure and rationale of the programme, you’ll exponentially enrich your educating skills in general. The evaluation they give when it comes to work output is fair. They constantly acknowledge your strengths and remedies your weaknesses. Having two moderators (and a student advisor) for check and balance plays an important role in sharpening teaching skills. I always believe that it is important, as an educator, to consider your learners. Their methods align with this personal take. EBC, in their programmes, carries out this approach while imprinting the same technique for their trainees to use during the programme itself and soon as they start with their careers. When it comes to application, registration, and the works, I didn’t encounter any problems as their student advisor is always available to assist. In the near future, I’d like to undergo another course with EBC. Best of luck!
Grant O
10:39 07 Feb 22
I would recommend this course to anyone - a very well-structured and organised course with amazing teachers 🙂
Janine
08:29 22 Jan 22
Excellent director, tutors and staff for Trinity Certtesol course. They are always ready to help. An ideal place for this course in Madrid. I would definitely recommend this academy.
Jm Cr
16:57 19 Jan 22
I studied both my CertTESOL and CertPT with EBC and the experience was great, the tutoring, support and organisation of the course was all top notch!
Alisha Amelia
11:44 19 Jan 22
Very professional. I would recommend this course to anyone looking to teach English. I learned a lot as a native English speaker.
Kara Kroontje
03:50 18 May 21
I would highly recommend EBC International to anyone who wants to get the CertTESOL. The course is well organized and trainers are very professional. I've been teaching English for three years already but I'm glad I did this course because I truly learned a lot about teaching.
Aiva Aiva
16:15 20 Dec 20
This programme is second to none. Everything contained in this course has been highly useful and has shaped me as an ELT. You will not only obtain one of the most highly recognised certificates, but you will also acquire valuable skills and put them into practice. Thanks to our trainers and all the staff at EBC, especially Iza, an absolutely outstanding and dedicated professional.
Beatriz Kim Park
10:19 14 Dec 20
The Online Trinity CertTESOL/TEFL course at EBC Madrid surpassed my expectations. As a native English speaker with some teaching experience, I expected a refresher course with an intensive workload. The programme turned out to be a one month challenge that has equipped me with the tools I need to be the best teacher I can be. I will be forever grateful to Tita and the exceptional trainers at EBC whose unending support was invaluable. If you want to excel as a professional English language teacher, I highly recommend EBC Madrid.
Helga Trim
21:56 20 Oct 20
The Online CertTesol at EBC is an intensive program that will give you real and useful professional tools needed for a language teaching career. The course is given by professional and encouraging trainers, and the tasks given help you get a real insight of what teaching english as a foreign language is all about . It was a challenging yet rewarding experience which I truly recommend!
Liz Marin
15:14 14 Oct 20
I did the online CertTESOL course with EBC and I have to say that I am beyond happy with the quality of the teaching, materials and support that you get before, during and after the course. It is a very intense course, but you learn a lot and most of all you have a lot of practice time!
Talent Funnel Support
14:00 02 Oct 20
I had a great experience at EBC and I highly recommend it to anyone who wants to become an English teacher. It is a very intensive course that requires daily work, but it is very rewarding. The strategies and techniques you learn here help you become a better professional, and they also offer assistance for job search afterwards. I only have good things to say about EBC and their staff.
Andrea Fernández Canals
09:27 30 Sep 20
It's a great opportunity to attend an intensive course and become a teacher. The teaching methods we obtained are unique and effective.
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09:08 30 Sep 20
I really recommend this academy, they help you a lot, to improve in how to teach english, how to use the different techniques, for the learners, to make them understand all the concepts concepts to give in a class. Also they taught us how to have a good rapport in class and creating a good coherence with the learners, to create motivation for them.It has been a great experience, and know ready to for and teach what Iearn here.
ricardo Maldonado
06:13 03 Sep 20
I would definitely recommend EBC Madrid. The course organization and content both are brilliant. The course opened my mind about methodology and classroom management, increased my consciousness about learners needs and communicative methodology in general. Also, we had fun teaching and learning, especially with the Norwegian lessons.Without Tita and John's engagement and encouragement, it wouldn’t have been possible.EBC es un lugar ideal para este curso. Dudaba mucho antes de elegir academia, pero la experiencia con EBC ha merecido la pena. Me encantó el nivel de profesionalismo de los profesores: John es un ejemplo perfecto del profesor que sabe motivar a sus alumnos. En EBC me apoyaron en cada etapa del curso que me hacía sentir muy a gusto. Mil gracias!
Vlada Utkina
09:57 09 Aug 20
I love EBC and highly recommend it to anyone who wants to learn to teach English. However, it is not a cake walk and is an extremely intense course with daily submissions. It is extremely professional and has a dual certification of TEFL and Trinity CertTESOL. EBC also provides lifetime assistance for job search. EBC is genuine, has warm people and excellent staff. Brilliant learning and teaching experience!!
karishma shah
09:57 24 Jul 20
Gilt-edged input learning topped up with cutting-edge teaching quality and coupled with a most outgoing, fresh and knowledgable ambient. Whether you are a techer already, or a would-be, this course by far settles yourself in, this in virtue of the most up-to-date teaching acumen from Trinity College and delivered by EBC. Not only good value for money - but priceless!
Agustín Querol
09:56 24 Jul 20
I had a remarkable experience over here. Teaching is my passion but I had never taught a foreign language to a class of adult students. I learned a lot of teaching techniques and strategies over here. I had a good brush up of my English Grammar and was well prepared to teach in the real world. I had immense support and proper guidance from John and Tita, and a lot of co-operation from William throughout the course. So, a big thank you to the entire EBC team.
shreya datta
09:47 24 Jul 20
Thoroughly enjoyed my time at EBC. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for an intensive, comprehensive teaching course. You should be prepared to do a lot of work, but it's very rewarding.
Oh!tH
09:42 24 Jul 20
Highly Recommended! Everyone is helpful and the course itself was very helpful, especially for people who have no teaching background and would like to change careers.
Cheyenne Albon
08:00 10 Oct 18
Juan José Fernández
13:30 05 Oct 18
I had a good time doing my TEFL here in Madrid with EBC. The classes always started on time with a very realistic approach used to teach. I would recommend people to do TEFL from EBC to learn good ways to teach English and make it fun for students.
gaurav swamy
12:52 05 Oct 18
worth the money..highly qualified instructor and staff.
irene mutya
09:37 05 Oct 18
i learned a lot of strategies in teaching.I took the intensive 1 month course and it was really hard work but it was well worth it. Thanks a lot to our amazing teacher. I was so happy to receive my Certificate.Thanks alot EBC for everything.
Liza Velasco Cabales
08:27 05 Sep 18
EBC is a wonderful academy. I attended an intensive course to gain my TEFL/TESOL qualification. The teaching was in-depth, covering skills, general and business English, as well as how to teach children and adults. All of this was imparted by our professional guide, John. Thank you to all the staff who went out of their way to be encouraging and helpful. It has been a memorable experience!
Michelle Fernández
18:00 02 Sep 18
Great course with an awesome staff. All aspects of teaching, grammar, finding work and even living in Spain are covered in great detail. Would recommend highly to anyone looking to do their TEFL.
Joe Kemp
12:53 31 Aug 18
Excellent and very comprehensive programme. Our instructor taught us everything we need to know about teaching English. The practice teaching sessions we did are great experience for the real world and I now feel confident that I can teach professionally. Thank you John for your commitment and dedication.
Susi Santorelli
12:03 31 Aug 18
Great classes, highly recommended.
Carla Zuloaga
11:46 31 Aug 18
Highly recommended course. The 8 practice lessons provide invaluable experience.
Dave Lewis
11:42 31 Aug 18
Great course! You'll work very hard (it's very intensive) but definitely worth it. I totally recommend it.
Sol M.
09:00 27 Jul 18
The class was very good. The instructor John is friendly and very thorough with his classes. William, in the front office, is a joy and is very helpful with all of my course needs. Tita, is very nice and was helpful in explaining different options for working and staying in Madrid.
Jaime Tully
08:59 27 Jul 18
John is a good teacher and he puts efforts inorder to understand your requirements. He teaches you in the right ways, like how to present the language in a simple way, how to keep the motivation on, etc.It´s a intensive course but it´s really worth !!Willam is a good administrator.Thanks for all the help and support. 🙂
Tanya Bhagat
11:41 18 May 18
The course is very intensive but IT IS REALY WORTH! If you are looking for a course that teaches you how to become an English teacher, well this is the best one. You really get the better skills for teaching English at all levels with a clear knowledge about what you are doing.The staff of the course is really nice and helpful. He is a really nice person who helps you whatever you need.Teachers here at really good and they really know how to train you as a English teacher very well.
Dro !
11:24 18 May 18
EBC Madrid had equipped me with the necessary knowledge and skills I need to be better in teaching. William is so nice and is very accommodating to us students. And, John is the best teacher who can simplify and make the students understand even the most complicated grammatical concept. Kudos!
Anne Marnelli
14:42 08 Mar 18
The course is very intensive but it helps a lot to bring out the best in me. John is an amazing teacher and he is very professional. I'm very thankful for all the guidance and help that I received from EBC. I highly recommend it.
Roxanne A.
14:42 08 Mar 18
The course is really useful. It makes you equipped with the right knowledge, training and attitude. Things you need to have that confidence to go out and face the world as an English teacher. Highly recommended!
Expedito Dela Cruz
14:25 08 Mar 18
I wanted to know some new modern methods of teaching foreign labguages and it was the main idea I had , but it didn't happen.This course was just a nice posibility to communicate in English a lot. Thank you
Josefina Ortega
10:43 02 Feb 18
I'm very satisfied with the course, I really learned a lot of teaching skills and important techniques that I really could utilize in the future.
Anne Gelica Flores
10:36 02 Feb 18
This is a great place to get your TEFL certification. The staff is kind, organized and very helpful. It was such a comfortable learning environment that I enjoyed very much. I liked the personalized attention and I got a lot more confidence and experience to be an English teacher. Thanks for everything!
Victoria Metz
10:35 02 Feb 18
I found the instruction throughout the course to be very effective and I finished the course feeling excited and prepared to begin teaching. There is nothing fancy about the EBC facility, however this doesn't in any way reduce the overall quality of the course. John, the instructor, has extensive experience (both as an TEFL teacher and a TEFL course trainer), which is evident in the thoughtful organization of the course. My class had only five students, which created lots of time for personal attention and advice. Make sure you come prepared to work hard!
Adam Schreiber
12:06 14 Dec 17
It was a great and intensive course! I learned and enjoyed this whole learning how to teach experience. Thank you very much for your time and knowledge. I feel well-prepared now. EBC Madrid, 2017.
Michele Buitron
11:57 14 Dec 17
Great experience. John is the best teacher. He explains English Grammar easily and even makes it fun to learn.I will, without any doubt, recommend the course. All subjects are very helpful. It´s been hard work but very productive and interesting.El mejor curso para profesores de Inglés que se puede encontrar en Madrid.
Vicky Rodriguez
11:56 14 Dec 17
This was a wonderful experience that has prepared me very well. The staff is very helpful and understanding.
Natalie Uy
11:53 14 Dec 17
I've just finished my EBC TEFL course. It was a great experience. I definitely recommend this course. John is an amazing teacher and he is very professional. It was just a pleasure. Thank you so much and good luck!
Natalia Egorova
15:04 10 Nov 17
I highly recommend EBC madrid.. It's a very busy 4 weeks, it's a very INTENSIVE class but it's worth it I learn too much from Professor John and I think his one of the Master's in Grammar. And also thank you Tita and William.
Ekyang vlog
12:08 06 Oct 17
I learned so much from this class. John is an amazing teacher.
Danielle Nieves
12:01 06 Oct 17
its was the best school form teacher
Romulo Manuel
11:37 06 Oct 17
The course has been really useful and the teacher, John, made the classes so much fun and very interesting. It is has been a great experience and has helped me realise how much I really enjoy teaching. It has also been a bit intense at times but I would recommend this course to anyone who would like to become an English teacher.
Natasha Jimenez
20:17 05 Oct 17
EBC International TEFL course in Madrid, class of August 2017.. A very intensive 4 weeks but very well spent one. Thank you William, Tita Ashton and especially to our teacher John.. I am very thankful for all their guidance,motivation and patience. Two thumbs up for the EBC Madrid team..thank you 🙂 🙂 🙂 I highly recommend EBC training center in Madrid. Cheers for more success!
julie melendez
19:30 31 Aug 17
Class of August 2017.It's been a busy stressful 4 weeks but I am happy the group and I have all made it and we have TEFL certificates to show for all our hard-work and sleepless nights.Much thanks to our trainer John for his patience and ability to find solutions and guidance to help you find your way and energy throughout the course.EBC international is the best place to learn and share your knowledge of teaching. And for people like me who has no idea how to teach things like grammar and also to learn the grammar...this is the place to be!
Ashley Kabanda
11:14 31 Aug 17
I had learned a lot with this course. I appreciated to much all the employees with their full support. The trainor is very supporttive and very patient in motivating his students. Eventhough the course is very short time, i learned so many things to improve my ability specially in teaching methods. I highly recommend this course to others. Thank you for all the support.
Juana Luna
11:10 31 Aug 17
I appreciated very much the way ebc taught. They have an excellent trainor with whom we learned a lot. I learned a many methods of teachings and I would highly recommend ebc center for those who would like to learn how to teach English. I enjoyed with other students and learned from them too. Thanks to all the staffs of ebc
Jurs Lay
11:08 31 Aug 17
Excellent course. Highly recommended to learn how to become an efficient English teacher. Be aware though that the course is INTENSIVE, and that you may not be able to have time to think about anything else besides the course for 4 weeks.
Ivan SalazarG
11:27 28 Jul 17
This is a great course but it is very intensive. You must be prepared to work hard but you will learn a great deal. The instructor, John, is a true master teacher and it was great learning from him. Would highly recommend.
Marta I. B
14:05 26 Jul 17
One thing I consider a necessary evil in my chosen profession is the tedious and arduous task of lesson-planning. Fortunately, I consider my training in this regard to be one of the best (courtesy of EBC). The four weeks I spent with them to eventually gain my certification in TEFL/TESOL were some of the most grueling I've experienced. And despite my graduating five years ago, I am still regularly in touch with them, whether for random things, or to specifically ask for help in going over material for my students (help which, I must say, they're more than happy to give).
Stephanie Figueroa
11:25 04 Jul 17
Wanted to become a teacher in just 1 month schooling? I recommend you to enroll in EBC Madrid. They will teach you everything for you to become a proficient teacher. So, don't waste time. Go and enroll now!!!
Mercy Paulate
13:51 23 Jun 17
If you're looking for an easy TEFL course, EBC is not for you. If you are interested in one that will make you a well-qualified teacher however, I would not hesitate to recommend EBC Madrid. I found the quality of the instruction to be excellent and for me, the emphasis on Business English was especially important.
Jennifer Burge
08:51 23 Jun 17
I was very pleased to find a passionate instructor and rigorous content in what could otherwise be a dull, routine and nominal certificate course. High praise for John, our trainer, and the entire EBC staff for creating such a rich curriculum and engaging experience - all in just four weeks!
Paul Hine
08:45 23 Jun 17
Un curso muy intensivo e intenso, se trabaja mucho pero se aprende muchísimo. Muy recomendable si quieres ser buen profesor de inglés, aprendes todo lo que no sabías que habías olvidado de gramática inglesa. El profesor es excelente y sabe muchísimo sobre gramática, técnicas de enseñanza y motivación, y métodos de aprendizaje. Acabo el curso muy cansada pero satisfecha y lista para empezar a trabajar. A mejorar: las instalaciones son un poco vetustas, no ponen la calefacción, las fotocopias podían ser más oscuras para que los alumnos vean bien los trabajos, y el ordenador que hay para el uso de los alumnos es gótico, aunque el WiFi funciona muy bien.A very intensive and intense course, lots of work but you learn tons! Mandatory if you want to teach ESL and pick up lots of resources and tricks. You will relearn everything you didn't know you'd forgotten about English grammar. The teacher is highly knowledgeable about all areas related to teaching ESL, and gives lots of support and ideas. I have finished the course quite tired but content and ready to teach. Areas that could improve: the premises are a bit aged, they don't turn the heat on, students have a hard time with the quality of the photocopies, and the one computer they have for student use is from the last century, although the WiFi is very good.
Monica Flores Marquez
16:43 09 Mar 17
Its been an extremely intensive training. I have learnt a lot and am looking forward to applying all the concepts.I am completely satisfied and happy I signed up for this.Thank you EBC team.
bella smith
10:37 09 Mar 17
Doing the TEFL course through EBC has been great. I have learned so much and feel very confident about teaching now.I highly recommend it.
Nicole M
10:32 09 Mar 17
EBC and the TEFL course in Buenos Aires have been a great experience!! The course is very comprehensive, efficient and really focus on your teaching practice. The course load is pretty heavy but you get lots of support throughout the course and the tutors make sure you get all the help you need.The best part was that I could start my first job right after the course. It was incredibly easy to find work once I was certificated.I can definitely recommend the EBC TEFL course!Thanks a lot EBC Team Buenos Aires!
Seraina Huber
15:48 24 Feb 17
EBC is a great certificate program to prepare anyone who is interested in teaching English, regardless of the country/native language where they want to teach English. The hands-on practice that you get teaching actual classes is probably the most helpful part. There are also a variety of teaching resources made available to you, including activities, expert teaching guidance and direction, and printing assistance for materials.
Andrew Bavelock
10:47 02 Feb 17
This was exactly the right course for someone trying to make the transition to another part of the world as a language teacher. They struck a perfect balance between providing you with information and allowing you to practice on classes and gain confidence as a teacher.
Christopher Board
10:44 02 Feb 17
The instruction was well given . I really appreciated the practical experience that came with the course. It really helped me prepare for teaching in the real world.
Lynda Veilleux
17:06 23 Dec 16
Not only did I find a TOP OF THE LIST institute where to learn the best teaching techniques from incredibly talented teachers, but also a place ran by amazing, welcoming, and supportive people. My experience at EBC International was unforgettable!!!
Mariela Boada
13:48 21 Dec 16
EBC is a great school. Theoretical basis AND plenty of practice with critique. I had no difficulty in being offered 2-3 jobs in Madrid as EBC had a good reputation for producing competent teachers with local employers. Madrid is a great place for s stay, plenty of interesting things to see and it's steeped in history. Moreover lifetime help with getting jobs after leaving. Unfortunately I had to move to the Far East to be with family, but STILL they help me! Thoroughly recommended!!
Alan jardine
23:04 08 Dec 16
I thoroughly enjoyed the EBC International TEFL Certificate Course thanks to the wonderful experience the excellent staff offered by providing an all-inclusive training, as well as practical advice and experience, and most helpful support. If you are interested in teaching - and it doesn´t matter wether you have or not previous experience – this is definitely the course for you, and the best way to get skillful experience, self-confidence and a desire to teach! I am proud to be part of the EBC family.
Janina Roman (Language Teacher)
12:40 08 Dec 16
I had a wonderful experience at Ebc! I discovered my capabilities and it had broaden my horizons. I met new friends and the whole team were very helpful!I will definitely recommend this to others!Congratulations to EBC and more power!!!!
Jackie antonio
10:37 08 Dec 16
I had a great experience at EBC. It can be a bit overwhelming at first but it's worth it.
Raul Chavez
10:33 08 Dec 16
If you are looking to really gain the knowledge that you need to be an efficient TEFL teacher, then this is the perfect school for you. I am fully prepared to start working as a teacher here in Madrid, after a very informative and intensive four week course.
Tami Sarver
10:31 08 Dec 16
Great course. Looking for my first TEFL job was easy because our resumes were blasted to lots of good schools in Madrid. I was getting calls from so many schools, sometimes it was overwhelming. EBC was also forwarding us emails from academies contacting them for teachers. It was very intense, the job placement help they give but it is great to have so many choices. Fantastic job placement. Definitely recommend it if you want to see Europe and find work fast. It was more than I expected. Thanks guys.
Nancy Miller
13:27 06 Dec 16
I had a great experience at EBC. At first, I thought that it was going to be one of those things where you pay your money and basically just get a certificate, with maybe a little bit of training or information thrown in. I was very pleasantly surprised to find that the course was rigorous and that I learned a great deal. I earned that certificate! My instructor was excellent and the experience helped me a lot. The staff are all very friendly, professional, and extremely supportive. I very much recommend EBC.
April Thousand
02:09 05 Dec 16
I trained with EBC in Argentina back in 2006 and here I am, 10 years on, still enjoying the journey of teaching English around the world. The skills I gained on the course transformed my life! Their support in finding work in Argentina was invaluable and their continued support throughout the years has been most welcome. I would highly recommend them if you are looking for a TEFL certificate.
Russ Pearce
10:04 29 Nov 16
I had the privilege of taking the EBC International TEFL Certificate in October 2007. What an amazing experience!! This course is very comprehensive, increasing the knowledge and understanding of native English speakers in how they use their language to communicate. A lot of instruction, practice teaching, and fun is jam-packed into 4 busy weeks, in one of the great cities of the world. The professional staff are extremely knowledgeable and helpful in assisting students to achieve the objectives of the course AND enjoy their experience. Perhaps most importantly is that the instruction is superb with a teacher who models so well the principles being taught in the course. It’s one thing to acquire the information on how to teach; it’s so helpful to see the “how-to-do-it” in action! Finding a job is what it’s all about, right? At EBC, the lifetime support offered to their graduates in finding suitable jobs wherever they are located in the world is a gift beyond measure. If you’re reading this review, thinking you might like to take a TEFL Course and teach English, this is the course to take. It will start you down the path of a wonderful educational and enriching experience which might just change your life forever in a most marvellous way. I love the EBC family!
Barbara Simpson
05:34 28 Nov 16
My Husband and I had a fantastic experience with Olga and Anna at EBC in Chania, Crete. They were fantastic teachers and wonderful people who helped us successfully pass the course and became great friends as well. The added bonus was that EBC sent our CV's to a number of schools and we got a job immediately. I could not recommend the course more highly.
Tina Dunn
11:00 27 Nov 16
I got my TEFL certification from EBC in 2005, and even after 11 years, I know that I can still rely on them for support, and that in and of itself is an indication of excellence. The attention that I received and still receive today when I need it is exceptional. The course itself was engaging, with really dynamic teaching methods which I still use today, since I am still in TEFL, having decided to make it my long term career after being inspired, in large part, by EBC. Taking this course is a huge part of what made me decide to stay in the field, and with this certification, I have travelled through Asia, Europe, and South America. I have lived in the UK for 6 years, where I continue to teach and use EBC as a reference. The facilities were great, and although I took the course in Buenos Aires, I went to Spain and got exactly the same great attention and warmth that I had received in Buenos Aires. The employment opportunities which are offered after completion are to fine institutes, and no matter how much time passes, your CV will always remain with them, and their large variety of possibilities will always be available – just as they are still available to me. If you are looking for a course which is dynamic, intensive, engaging, and also great fun, exploring all of the elements that a TEFL instructor could possibly need, this is the place for you. I am thankful to have found this gem with which to carry my career forward.
Margaret Sidero
05:53 24 Nov 16
Excellent course and very helpful team! Lots of support throughout the course which made the challenge much more easier and pleasing. The support continues after the course has finished and it is very easy to get a job as EBC send out your cv to many schools. It is more than I expected and I would highly recommend this course/EBC if you are looking to do TEFL.
vicki lazarou
15:21 22 Nov 16
The TEFL course was a thoroughly enjoyable experience and met my expectations. It was well structured, covering teaching theory, methods, best practices, and English grammar. In addition to this, there was a sufficient amount of lesson planning, preparation and teaching to adult learners. I left feeling confident in my abilities and would recommend this course.
P S
09:01 07 Nov 16
My experience at EBC International has been very pleasing and fruitful. Being the eldest in the student's group brought a little hesitation in the beginning of the course, but my amazing tutor, Mr. John, made me feel equally comfortable in the teaching and learning process, just like the others. This boosted my confidence in putting my maximum efforts to achieve good results. I will always be grateful to my tutor for bringing out the best in me. The journey at EBC International has been a smooth and challenging one. I would recommend anyone and everyone to be here at EBC International to achieve their goals in the teaching profession.
kusum nihalani
17:34 03 Nov 16
My experience at EBC was great, i really got what i wanted. I was trained to be a good teacher, they teachers were helpful througout the course and always gave me feedback. I had a fantastic guide towards developing my own teaching style, the classes were assigned that i saw a range of different groups of people, levels and ages which was extremely helpful. The teaching practice was essential in my training and guided me towards my career. Thanks to EBC.
NG UGWUEGBU
11:09 03 Nov 16
My experience with EBC is nothing short of wonderful. We had a very knowledgeable tutor who also encouraged us throughout the course, friendly staffs and the most amazing course mates. I have made leaps and bounces academically and socially. EBC International, I will definitely recommend to anyone.
Blessing Zika Ugwu
09:50 03 Nov 16
A very supportive language school! I called many places before deciding on a program because there are so many options, and it can feel overwhelming without some research. I put in a lot of research! I chose EBC because the head of the school spent so much time answering my questions on the phone and making me feel at ease about the transition to Spain, not an easy task! They were very responsive to my emails and I had continued support throughout the course. I was even able to get hired at a school on my last week of classes, major win! They help you find a job and have a very good reputation with schools from my first interview experience.The course is very well organized and our instructor is beyond qualified and delightful. He has a PhD in linguistics, which I discovered secondhand because it's not something he brags about. It is clear from his instruction that he knows what he's talking about. He was very patient and knowledgable and the class is a lot of fun! It's a quality class with a team of very experienced and helpful people. I've made friends, laughed, and learned. I couldn't be happier with the program and I feel lucky to have found it!
Kimya Karshenas
09:30 03 Nov 16
Thanks a lot for amazing 4 weeks. It was really challenge, but full of positive emotions. I´m very grateful for your time and attention to each student.Thanks.Julia.
Julia Shabanova
09:26 03 Nov 16
Hello Tita, just wanted to say that meeting you has really changed my life because since I finished the TEFL course with EBC, the jobs offers haven`t stopped coming. I really appreciate your support and efforts. My warm regards to John and William.
Beatrice Chinye- Biose
11:44 28 Oct 16
The experience I had at E B C was what I cannot forget. During the time of the course, I learned a lot of new words and their uses. I also realised that it is not just knowing the subjects that is important but also how to teach them is what matters a lot. The lessons, vocabulary, the class evaluations and activities all put together makes the course efficient. How knowledge is best imparted to the students is also something I learned at E B C and at the end of the course I am now able to teach English effectively.
Caroline Osuji
12:40 26 Oct 16
The course is excellent! You really get a job after it.In every interview that I have had EBC is well known and respected.All that you learn is 100% applicable in real classes.I have been working since 2 weeks after I finished the course last Year (Nov. 6th 2015)Great job,Tia and John and thank you for sharing your knowledge with all of us.
CRISTINA LIZARRALDE PEREZ-VILCHES
15:24 25 Oct 16
The job placement is excellent. I just came back to Europe after working in China for almost a year. EBC is as helpful now in helping find teaching jobs in Rome as they were placing me in Shanghai last year. Thanks. You guys still in Orense St? I'll drop by when I'm in Madrid. Thanks again. Ciao.
Sandy Loughton
12:22 25 Oct 16
I loved my experience with EBC TEFL. With the best people, the best Professors and friends..The quality of teaching is at a very high level and it contributed to my job and personal growth. Thanks for your love and patience.
Maritza Campos
12:32 19 Oct 16
gloria olayinka
14:08 27 Sep 16
Teaching English gives me every day the chance to meet new interesting people and encourage them to believe that everything is possible.EBC made me grow as a teacher giving a new way to plan my classes following a well-known method recognized internationally , also I had the chance to meet a great teacher (Jhon), an interesting business woman who always gives me good advice to reach my goals (Tita Ashton), classmates who made the experience lots of fun and nice weekends to go clubbing with my EBC mates.
Jorge Nahlous
11:46 18 Sep 16
EBC has been my aid and torch for the on-going success of my teaching career...So grateful to Tita, to Will and most especially to my amazing tutor, John..I owe you guys, bigtime.
Mayet Grandez
15:27 14 Sep 16
Hello Tita ,Thankyou once more for the training.I'm so glad that I am still working and that's because of you.I gave someone EBC webto communicate to you.I hope he will get help.ThankyouGreetings.
Katheu Kitumbo
15:00 10 Sep 16
Amazing experience! I learned a lot in just one month from lesson planning to classroom management and assessing students. John, our professor, taught us to teach grammar in an easy, well-organized and understandable manner. William and Tita accommodated us very well especially during our teaching practice. For those who want to have a TEFL and TESOL certificate, I highly recommend EBC.
Dianne F. R.
17:39 31 Aug 16
I had a great experience with the EBC family. I gained a lot of positive aspects and equipped me with wider and concrete knowledge about teaching English, where I think can help me look forward and ready enough to dive into the TEFL world. Thank you very much to EBC team! Cheers!
POLO Princena
12:32 26 Aug 16
Great teacher and staff! EBC TEFL course helped me to acquire knowledge about the different teaching techniques and strategies. I believe that the EBC team helps it learners to be great future teachers! Thanks a lot EBC!
Maria Ruth Manondo
12:30 26 Aug 16
EBC International TEFL Certificate is truly amazing. Our training has a lot variety and very educating. They help us discover our true potentials. The Professor helps nurture our English skills even better. He makes learning English more fun. This TEFL training experienced prepares us to become equipped and be the best English Teachers we could possibly be. Having John as a professor is a great pleasure. William has helped us all to make sure everything is perfect in our teaching practiced and provides an outstanding service to entire students. And the director has been very helpful by empowering and giving us smart advices to pursue our goals. It is definitely unforgettable experienced to be able to have awesome classmates from different places of the world. Thank you for everything. Keep up the marvellous work.
Kae16 kae
08:56 25 Aug 16
I studied in EBC TEFL and it was great. Their training programme offers practical ideas to develop teaching skills which helps you to become a successful professional teacher.
Azilreg’s Milieu
19:18 23 Aug 16
I always wanted to teach in Madrid. After graduation I interviewed almost right away. Thanks you EBC for helping me get started teaching in Madrid.
Karly Robins
13:13 31 Jul 16
It really help me a lot to improve my knowledge in teaching English. All the staff are so helpful and accomodating.
Lyn Asial
10:14 19 Jul 16
Excellent classes with excellent teachers. The attention is great. I will definitely recommend EBC Madrid if you want to become a TEFL teacher.
Jon Alain
10:09 19 Jul 16
YES YES YES!! that was a fantastic TEFL course. I think it's the first time that I really enjoyed being in the class. Everything is well organized. The teacher explains things in a very interesting way. Everyone is so nice and very helpfull. You have to work hard every day of the course and there is a lot of homework to do but it's truely worth it. I'm so happy I have chosen EBC!! I highly recommend them!
Krystyna Kociołek
16:20 02 Jun 16
Great course! I learned a lot and at the same time had loads of fun. Madrid is a great city to have fun and work as an English teacher. Staff were wonderful too, Jon was an excellent teacher and William always very helpful.
Isa Ashton
12:32 02 Jun 16
Schedule: course dates, prices, outline, etc.
Course only
- Make a one-time payment of €899
- or pay a €325 deposit then a €574 final payment
- Six-week Trinity CertPT CLT course
- Trinity CertPT certificate
- Worldwide, lifetime and proactive job placement
Road2Spain – course + one-year Spanish and Student Visa programme
- €2,085 = 899 € CertPT course + 1,186 € Barcelona Spanish Programme
- €2,184 = 899 € CertPT course + 1,285 € Madrid Spanish Programme
- €2,461 = 899 € CertPT course + 1,562 € Malaga Spanish Programme
- €2,463 = 899 € CertPT course + 1,564 € San Sebastian Spanish Programme
- Six-week Trinity CertPT CLT course
- Trinity CertPT certificate
- Worldwide, lifetime and proactive job placement
- One-year Spanish student visa
- One-year Spanish course at a Cervantes Institute school
IMPORTANT
- You choose your start date and pay for your one-year Spanish and Student Visa programme AFTER finishing the course.
- The Cervantes Institute Spanish school sends you the student visa documents after receiving your payment.
1 – Fill out and send your application
- Please go to our application web page.
- Follow the four easy steps in the application process where you will enter your email address, choose the course you would like to take, select your preferred course date, and tell us a little about yourself: your education, your interests, your expectations and your reasons for wanting to take the course.
- If your application is accepted, we will arrange an admission interview with you.
2 – Attend your admission interview
IMPORTANT: This course is a UK government-regulated qualification, so it must meet official quality controls, one of which is the admission interview. Trinity College London will not allow you to take the course if you do not take and pass the admission interview.
- We will arrange an admission interview time with you.
- You can choose ZOOM, WhatsApp, Skype or Viber for the admission interview.
- The interview has a set of standard questions and information we must tell you before you attend.
- If you pass the interview, you receive an acceptance letter and instructions for enrolling on the course.
3 – Enrol
- When you get your acceptance letter, we strongly recommend sending your deposit to guarantee your course place. We allocate course places on a first-come, first-served basis.
- When you have guaranteed your place, your dedicated student adviser will give you all the information you need for the course and travel (if you are travelling).
NOTE: Your admission’s interview file is registered with Trinity College London and audited by the Trinity College London appointed external course moderator at the end of your course.
This course prepares you to create, use and teach CLT material to match your students’ learning needs.
The course also includes lifetime, worldwide job placement that helps you get an English teaching job whenever you want.
When you graduate, you will:
- get a Trinity CertPT, one of the world’s two leading accredited teaching certificates;
- gain CLT skills for use in a single language or multi-lingual classroom;
- be able to find, create and adapt CLT teaching material;
- know how to determine what material enganges your students;
- know how to interact with CLT learners;
- know how to manage a CLT classroom;
- reflect on your material and performance enabling your continued growth as a CLT teacher.
The course has four foundation tasks. You must pass all of them to pass the course.
Task 1 – Resource evaluation
Produce an evaluation of a printed or online CLT teaching/training resource:
- evaluate the resource through the lens of your professional practice;
- assess the resource in terms of relevance for a specific learning group;
- make explicit links to your teaching/training context;
- demonstrate insight into broader educational practices and the impact it has had on your professional practice;
- include a fully referenced copy of the resource in the appendices.
Task 2 – Rationale for an adapted resource
Produce a rationale for a printed or online CLT teaching/training resource you have adapted to be suitable for at least 15 minutes’ teaching/training for a specified learner/learner group:
- explain the reasons for the adaptations, making direct reference to the specified learner/learner group;
- demonstrate insight into broader educational practices and the impact it has had on your professional practice;
- include a fully referenced copy of the adapted resource and the original resource in the appendices.
Task 3 – Rationale for an original resource
Produce a rationale for an original CLT resource you have created that is suitable for at least 15 minutes’ teaching/training for a specified learner/learner group:
- make direct reference to the specified learner/learner group;
- explain why the resource has been created in the way it has;
- demonstrate insight into broader educational practices and the impact it has had on your professional practice;
- include a copy of the resource in the appendices.
Task 4 – Reflection on resource use
Write a reflection on the use of either the adapted CLT resource (from task 2) or the CLT original resource (from task 3):
- identify strengths and weaknesses of the resource, with direct reference to the specified learner/learner group;
- suggest solutions for the identified deficiencies and, where appropriate, for improving the strengths;
- include evidence of learner, peer and manager feedback on the use of the resource and an example of the feedback.
Visit the CertPT syllabus, CPD for practising teachers page.