CELTA Nicosia - TEFL Course in Nicosia, Cyprus

TEFL Certification in Nicosia, Cyprus

Although Nicosia may at first seem a strange choice for your CELTA course, the capital city of Cyprus has a lot to offer prospective teachers as well as those wishing to develop their skills. With its rich historical landscape, coffee culture, arts, and food, you can be sure of enjoying a fun and laidback study period in the city despite the intensity of the CELTA training.

Despite the CELTA training being such an in-depth and rigorous study, our trainees at the Nicosia institute testify to it being highly beneficial. Our trainees complete the course feeling well equipped and confident as certified English teachers who can teach in any classroom across the globe. Typically, the CELTA is one of the most regarded English teaching certificates as the training provides a lot of content overlooked on shorter TEFL options.

We cover a range of theoretical content alongside classroom management and planning. We even provide observation opportunities, evaluation, oral, and written feedback that makes you feel supported and know which areas to focus on to be the best teacher you can be.

Nicosia Course Highlights - A Quick Glance

A minimum of 120 contact hours at our center, with additional hours spent outside class for self-study: background reading, lesson planning and assignment writing.
Trainees are involved in lesson planning, language analysis, observation of peers and experienced teachers, reflection on their teaching practice and feedback from trainers.
6 hours of assessed teaching practice along with peer observation.
6 hours of observation of live lessons taught by experienced ELT professionals.
On-going job support, suitable assistance and continous professional development services.

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Nicosia Course Dates

Following the COVID-19 pandemic, many of the CELTA courses continue to be delivered Online. However, both Mixed-mode and Face-to-face courses are being conducted depending on the interest. Please contact us to inquire about the specific course formats available.

Note that, an Online CELTA holds the same value as the Face-to-face course, and is equally recognized by ESL employers worldwide.

Nicosia Course Details

Entry Requirements

You should be 20 years old by the commencement date of the course (trainees can be accepted over 18 at the center’s discretion).
While the course itself does not require you to have a degree, you should have a standard of education equivalent to that required for an entry into primary or higher education.
Have a strong command, awareness of English language with equal skills over verbal and written English so as to follow the course and complete the assignments.

Course Syllabus

Some of the main units of learning are:

Learners and teachers and the teaching and learning context
Language analysis and awareness
Language skills: reading, listening, speaking and writing
Planning and resources for different contexts
Developing teaching skills and professionalism
Classroom observation and management skills
Teaching practice and guidelines

Assessment

You will be continually assessed throughout the course and there is no final examination. The two types of assessment are:

Teaching Practice
Written Assignments

CELTA course trainees will always be kept informed of their progress during the course and an external assessor, appointed by Cambridge English, moderates each course.

Teaching Practice

Teaching Practice, Observation

Teaching practice is an integral part of the course where trainees work in groups to plan, observe and give feedback to each other.

Six hours of assessed teaching practice with real students in real classes.
Detailed oral and written feedback of your teaching practice.
Observation of both peer and qualified ELT teachers for six hours.

CELTA Training Center in Nicosia

Our Nicosia language center began as an institute over 20 years ago. Situated on 7, Parson Street, Engomi area, the center is within a tranquil environment that inspires trainees and help make learning easier.

The center is also close to several cafes, restaurants and exceptional transportation network that allows our teachers to access other parts of the city after their classes easily.

We provide high-quality training through our modern facilities and the latest interactive teaching equipment, learning materials and resources, expert tutors, and supportive staff.

Job Support and Placement: Nicosia, Cyprus

There are numerous job opportunities available to you as a CELTA graduate, and as our alumni in Nicosia. The institute has a strong connection with several language schools in the city, and across Cyprus/Europe that can be used to further build your career.

There is also a relationship between trainers and trainees, which means you will have ongoing assistance from certified professionals from the classroom until your first job, and as you progress in your professional development journey.

Ultimately, you have access to a wide variety of support for building career pathways, job placements, and accommodation, whether you are considering teaching jobs in Adelaide or other areas.

Why Choose CELTA in Nicosia?

Despite its small size, Cyprus offers teachers competitive salaries against a beautiful backdrop and should not be overlooked by those seeking CELTA certification and further employment in the country.

The city of Nicosia has several private international schools which advertise ESL jobs and also employs a few foreign teachers in its public school system.

Although teachers are typically employed after two years of classroom experience, some schools will take a beginner with qualifications like the CELTA, especially social institutions and non-profit organizations. Businesses also tend to be on the lookout for teachers, and private tutoring is always an option.

Depending on your qualifications and the school you work in, wages start at around 1,500 USD per month, with an average cost of living at about 1,000 USD a month. These wages mean a reasonably comfortable standard of living and some extra income to explore in your time off.

Cyprus is close enough to other parts of Europe to allow for onward travel or weekends away. The country itself is a varied cultural mix from North to South, so it is worth exploring all over if you can.

Things to do in Nicosia, Cyprus while taking a CELTA

Nicosia, the capital city of Cyprus, is an exciting mixture of old and new and there is a lot for CELTA trainees to discover during their free time. From museums to iconic monuments and delicious food, you won't run short of things to do in the city.

Visit the Selimiye Mosque which is an adaptation from an originally Christian building, or pop in to see the island's exhibition of archaeological artifacts in the Cyprus Museum.
Lefkosia's Byzantine Museum, found in the grounds of St. John's Cathedral, has an interesting collection of Byzantine art. You can then follow this with a stop at the Folk Art Museum or a wander around the famous Machairas Monastery.

Nicosia and entire Cyprus has a great coffee culture. After all your sightseeing, stop at a café and order a traditional Cypriot coffee. Not for the faint-hearted, these coffees pack a punch. On the popular Ledra Street, known for its shopping, you can climb the Shacola Tower with views of the city and the UN buffer zone between north and south.

A short journey from the city, you will find a very unusual village that is said to have only three remaining residents. The Fikardou village provides an insight into traditional Cypriot village life. By the 1800s, the population of Firkadou was in decline and what's left now is a village free from electricity and all mod cons.

Begin your CELTA in Nicosia. Find out more and explore the beautiful traditional capital of Cyprus while you start your teaching journey with qualified tutors, a lively environment, and a certification that lets you build a fulfilling career while traveling the world.

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