Accredited CPD Courses for English Teachers
Trinity CertPT Accredited Business English Certification
Level up your teaching career with the Trinity CertPT in Business English — a globally recognised qualification tailored for English language professionals. Perfect for those looking to specialise in business-focused communication and instruction.
Don’t let your teaching career stand still. Choose Trinity CertPT and build the advanced skills, confidence and professional edge to go after more teaching opportunities.
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Course Overview
The Trinity CertPT (Certificate for Practising Teachers) in Business English is a professional development qualification for practising English language teachers who want to enhance their specialist knowledge and teaching skills. It focuses on evaluating, adapting and creating teaching resources for Business English contexts, applying relevant pedagogical principles, and reflecting on teaching practice to support ongoing professional development.
Through practical, project-based assignments and tutor support, you’ll develop the skills to evaluate and adapt business-related teaching materials, design engaging learning tasks for professional learners, and apply effective teaching approaches to Business English contexts. You’ll also strengthen your ability to make informed pedagogical decisions and reflect on your practice to support your continued professional development.
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CertPT Business English: Is This Right for You?
For Experienced English Teachers
Enhance your business-focused teaching skills.
For Corporate Trainers
Add value with corporate-specific techniques.
For Freelancers & Language Schools
Increase rates with certified expertise.
What You'll learn:
- Evaluate Business English teaching materials: Assess the suitability and effectiveness of resources for professional learners and specific teaching contexts.
- Adapt existing materials: Modify resources to address learners' needs, improve engagement and support language development.
- Create original teaching resources: Design purposeful, engaging Business English activities grounded in relevant pedagogical principles.
- Reflect on and develop your teaching practice: Evaluate your teaching decisions, consider feedback and identify priorities for ongoing professional development.
Throughout the Trinity CertPT in Business English, you’ll connect pedagogical theory with practical teaching applications. You’ll explore how to select, adapt and create resources using authentic business content, such as Financial Times articles, to develop meaningful language-learning tasks for professional contexts. Through four assessed assignments and tutor support, you’ll build your ability to make informed teaching decisions and continually refine your practice.
Course Duration
Designed for practising teachers
- Total time commitment: 100 hours over 6 weeks
- A structured course with expert guidance and support
- Final project presentation and tutor feedback
- Courses Start Every Monday
Course Content
Focused Curriculum to Build Real-World Teaching Confidence
- Business Communication Frameworks
- Teaching Meetings, Emails, Presentations
- Cultural awareness in international business contexts
- Task-based material development
- Assessments based on real scenarios
Assignments and Support
Project-Based Learning, Expert Guidance
- 4 practical assignments aligned with your teaching context
- Tutor feedback on each submission
- Final project: Customised material for your learners
- Access to downloadable templates and sample plans
CertPT Certification & Accreditation
Accredited by Trinity College London
The CertPT is a Level 6 qualification (RQF, UK) — equivalent to the final year of a UK undergraduate degree.
- Internationally respected
- Adds value to your CV/resume
- Boosts credibility with language schools and corporate clients
- Certificate provided in physical format
Verifying Our Accreditation
How to Verify It
The CertPT is a Level 6 qualification (RQF in the UK). Verify our claims through official sources.
- Our Trinity CertPT course is validated by Trinity College London
- Our Validated Course Provider number is 65747
- To verify our status, contact Trinity College London directly
- Trinity College London is recognised by Ofqual
- The Trinity CertPT is a Level 6 qualification on the UK’s Ofqual RQF
Fees & What's Included
- Course Fee: €999
Included:
- Full access to course materials
- Personal tutor support
- Four assignment evaluations
- Trinity CertPT certificate
- Lifetime, worldwide job placement assistance
Entry Requirements for Trinity CertPT in Business English
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- All written correspondence with EBC is by email.
- You must have easy access to an email account that you use regularly.
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2. Make sure that you read the entry requirements
Read the Course entry requirements section shown below.
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Career Opportunities with CertPT
With this certification, you’ll stand out in the business English market:
- Teach professionals in banking, tech, tourism, and more
- Train in-house teams or freelance for global companies
- Teach abroad or remotely from anywhere in the world
CertPT is ideal for:
- Business English trainers
- ELT professionals transitioning into corporate training
- Freelancers looking to add a competitive edge
Real Stories, Real Results: See Where EBC Can Take You
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Our graduates are making an impact worldwide!
- Teaching English in South Korea
- Working in Spain with a Cervantes Institute-accredited course
- Increased salaries through advanced certifications
- And More!
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You've got questions? We Have Answers
The Trinity CertPT (Certificate for Practising Teachers) is a Level 6 qualification designed to help experienced English teachers develop their ability to create and deliver effective lessons. The Business English specialisation focuses on teaching professionals in corporate settings, including meetings, negotiations, presentations, and written communication.
Yes. The Trinity CertPT is awarded by Trinity College London and regulated by Ofqual (UK Office of Qualifications). It’s recognised globally by employers, schools, and institutions as a mark of advanced teaching expertise.
The Trinity CertPT in Business English is ideal for experienced English language teachers, freelance trainers, or educators working in corporate settings who want to upskill and specialise in business English. It’s also great for those transitioning into executive training or in-company courses.
If you are a teacher, you can apply to take a Trinity CertPT course. You must meet Group 1 or Group 2 requirements to apply for the course.
- Group 1: You should hold a Trinity CertTESOL or CELTA. If you have a different TEFL certificate, you’ll need to complete and return a short questionnaire so we can confirm it meets Trinity’s entry requirements. You must also have at least six months of regular, substantive teaching experience, with evidence, such as lesson records, timetables, or references, showing that this experience is sufficient to complete the course’s teaching and reflective assessments successfully.
- Group 2: You should have at least two years of teaching experience. You’ll need to provide evidence, such as lesson records, timetables, or references, demonstrating that your experience is sufficient to complete the course’s teaching and reflective assessments successfully.
Non-native English speakers are accepted with a minimum English ability of B2 on the CEFR scale.
No prior business background is required. The course is designed to give educators the tools, techniques, and confidence to teach in business environments—even if they haven’t worked in corporate roles before.
The Trinity CertPT in Business English is a 100-hour course that takes 6 weeks to complete. It’s designed to be flexible, allowing you to study alongside your current job or commitments.
The Trinity CertPT in Business English is delivered online via our virtual classroom and Moodle training platform. It includes live tutor guidance, feedback and assignment support. You can complete it from anywhere in the world.
A laptop or desktop computer with a stable internet connection is essential.
Tablets are not recommended.
Smartphones are not supported for course completion.
You’ll complete four assessed assignments focused on real-world scenarios. Each one is supported by guided content and tutor feedback, allowing you to immediately apply your learning to your own teaching context.
The Trinity CertPT in Business English enhances your qualifications and credibility, especially for teaching business English to professionals. Many graduates go on to work with language schools, multinational companies, and private corporate clients — both online and in-person.
Yes! You’ll receive dedicated tutor support throughout the course, including personalised feedback on all four assignments. Our team is here to guide you every step of the way.