CELTA Reggio Calabria - TEFL Course in Reggio Calabria, Italy

TEFL Certification in Reggio Calabria, Italy

Spending time in Reggio Calabria to obtain your CELTA certificate is an opportunity to enjoy a thrilling earthy feel that is reflected in the abundance of fruits, natural farm produce, seafood, amazing weather and a bubbly populace that makes you want to remain there for longer.

Although there are a number of TEFL course providers in Italy, it is important to consider an institution that offers you quality training experience with optimum satisfaction from your stay in the city.

Our training center in Reggio Calabria has been operating since 1964 with the widest range of English teacher training courses and has trained a great deal of generations with special priority on teacher development, language teaching and adequate preparation for the world ESL market.

In addition to a full 4 week intensive course with opportunities to observe experienced teachers, engage in practical teaching sessions and obtain feedback from University of Cambridge certified tutors, we also offer some extra professional development training to our candidates at no extra cost.

Our CELTA trainees are open to attend our free 3 days training for teaching young learners designed to further contribute to their professional teaching skills and groom them to compete favourably in the ever dynamic TEFL market made up of both adult and young learners.

Reggio Calabria 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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Reggio Calabria 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.

Reggio Calabria 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 Reggio Calabria

Located in the beautiful town of Reggio Calabria, our CELTA training center provides you an all-round experience with a wonderful atmosphere, dedicated tutors and an environment away from the frenzied nature of regular Italian cities.

We are situated in a very calm and welcoming setting where you can settle down easily and have access to facilities such as libraries, cafeterias, sports centers and accommodation options. You can choose either single or shared accommodation both of which offers top notch services throughout the duration of your course.

Furthermore, our candidates are trained by experienced tutors some of which have handled over 60 TEFL courses around the world and are dedicated to ensuring your professional development in and out of the classroom.

Job Support and Placement: Reggio Calabria, Italy

As an institution, we keep quality at the core of all that we do and we are exceptionally result oriented. Based on this, we provide adequate support for our CELTA trainees not only during their training but also at the end of it and until they begin to meet their targets as professional teachers afield.

While a lot of our trainees end up taking positions as teachers in language schools across the world, others become administrators and trainers of English teachers themselves.

Each of our graduates have access to ongoing support from our certified trainers who have once taken the journey of perusing a competitive TEFL job market and can put them through based on lessons from their own experiences.

Why Choose CELTA in Reggio Calabria?

Although quite bustling due to its location at the seaside with a relatively busy port, Reggio Calabria is a very calm town that takes you away from the chaotic nature of the regular Italian cities while bringing you closer to a world of historical charms and wonderful natural attractions.

Taking your CELTA in Reggio Calabria means you can easily take some time to cool off at the city beach, revel in the sights of local fishermen along the sea or enjoy calming views of the mountains on days when classes seem to be a bit overwhelming.

However, more than being a seaside town and a calm environment, Reggio Calabria has a handful of English teaching job opportunities. In addition to this, the low cost of living makes it quite easy to live like a king in the town even with an average salary.

Furthermore, most of the TEFL jobs in Reggio Calabria requires you to work only about 20 hours a week which means you have a chance to travel and explore the world or get more private teaching gigs and make more money.

Things to do in Reggio Calabria, Italy while taking a CELTA

Reggio Calabria is the most populous city in Calabria and one the main economic centers in Italy which has grown to become a fantastic coastal resort and a hub of amazing historical wonders mixed with the finest cuisines and gelaterias.

TEFL course students in Reggio Calabria will never get fixed up on things to see and do in the city while the wide variety of food will also ensure that they have a full stomach adventure.

‘Nduja, one of the locals’ most famous meals is a spreadable spicy sausage with chili peppers while the delicious Lagane e cicciari is basically pasta with garlic, chickpeas and wide noodles. You can also try the “cheese on horseback” locally called Caciocavallo with some fried honey balls called Pignolata.

There are two things you shouldn’t miss while in Reggio Calabria while you take your CELTA in the town. First is taking a walk along the seafront where you can possibly catch a glimpse of the glistening mirage called “fata morgana” and known to drift above the water as it creates an awesome sight. Secondly, you should not miss the Town’s big party known as Festival of the Straight or Festo dello Stetto to experience the exciting Calabria traditional dance and music.

Your dream of exploring the world while enjoying a satisfying teaching career starts with taking a CELTA in Reggio Calabria.

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