Cambridge CELTA Online

About Course

The South Australian College of English (SACE) has conducted University of Cambridge CELTA courses since 1992.

The Cambridge CELTA is the best known TEFL / TESL / TEFOL / TESOL / ELT qualification of its kind in the world, and is often requested by employers nationally and internationally. Over 9,000 people a year participate in CELTA courses worldwide, with all successful participants receiving a certificate from Cambridge University. CELTA remains the most widely recognised English teaching qualification in the world and is the qualification most often requested by employers. Whether you are a new teacher seeking your first teaching job or looking to strengthen your skills with an internationally respected certificate, CELTA is the qualification you need.

SACE’s TESOL courses are delivered 100% online and is available as either a part-time 10 week or full-time 4 week intensive course. The course combines self-guided study and real-time teaching practice coordinated by experienced CELTA trainers. Input sessions are delivered online with tutor support through Cambridge’s platform Moodle, while lesson planning and teaching practice are conducted via Teams.

Age 18 years +
Educated to the standard required for entry into higher education
For non-native English speakers IELTS 8.0 is required in all bands. IELTS 7.5 is accepted at SACE's discretion.
Pre-course task + online interview
Commitment: Must attend all scheduled online sessions

Clear, fluent English (spoken and written)
Fundamental awareness of English grammar
Ability to communicate instructions clearly
Good time-management and ability to meet deadlines
Openness to feedback and willingness to improve
Confidence speaking in front of groups
Good organisational skills
Ability to work collaboratively with others
Comfort using digital tools (Teams, docs, slides, email, etc.)

A 10 week TESOL course delivered 100% online. It combines self-guided study and real-time teaching practice coordinated by your tutor. Input sessions are delivered online with tutor support through Moodle, while lesson planning and teaching practice are conducted via Zoom.

A 4 week intensive TESOL course conducted online at SACE. It provides in-person input sessions, classroom-based lesson planning, and real-time practice with students.

Both part-time and full-time CELTA courses follow the same syllabus and lead to the same internationally recognised Cambridge CELTA certificate. The Cambridge CELTA is the best known TEFL / TESL / TEFOL / TESOL / ELT qualification of its kind in the world, and is often requested by employers nationally and internationally. Over 9,000 people a year participate in CELTA courses worldwide, with all successful participants receiving a certificate from Cambridge University. CELTA remains the most widely recognised English teaching qualification in the world and is the qualification most often requested by employers. Whether you are a new teacher seeking your first teaching job or looking to strengthen your skills with an internationally respected certificate, CELTA is the qualification you need.

Course Duration and Timetable

Minimum 120 contact hours
Additional 80 hours home study
60 hours of practice teaching (including planning, observation, reflection, feedback)
6 hours of observed & assessed teaching practice
6 hours observing experienced CELTA trainers

Minimum 120 contact hours
Additional 80 hours home study
60 hours of practice teaching (including planning, observation, reflection, feedback)
6 hours of observed & assessed teaching practice
6 hours observing experienced CELTA trainers

For more information, please visit the Cambridge website.

Timetable (Part-time)

Minimum 120 contact hours
Additional 80 hours home study
60 hours of practice teaching (including planning, observation, reflection, feedback)
6 hours of observed & assessed teaching practice
6 hours observing experienced teachers