Is it better to do a full-time or a part-time ELT course?
Train to teach English when and where it suits you
A full-time ELT (English Language Teaching) course is of equal value to a part-time course, as the content, teaching practice and end qualification are all the same. The only difference is the time over which you take the course, so it is completely up to you as to which course suits your schedule better.
If you are not working, have the time and/or want to gain your qualification quickly, a full-time course makes sense. This is also the obvious option if you are planning on taking your course overseas, as you will complete your training within 4 or 5 weeks.
If you are in full-time employment and living in the location where your course will take place, a part-time CELTA or Trinity CertTESOL course gives you the means to keep working and attend lessons in the evenings and on weekends. It is exactly the same as the intensive course, except it is stretched over a longer period of time.
Features | Full-time TEFL course | Part-time TEFL course |
Total hours | Min 120 hours incl. 6 hours’ teaching practice | Min 120 hours incl. 6 hours’ teaching practice |
Duration | 4 weeks intensive | 12-20 weeks |
Timetable | 9am-5/6pm, Monday to Friday Lesson preparation & assignments at home |
Evening & weekend classes Lesson preparation & assignments at home |
For advice on all full-time and part-time English Language Teaching qualifications, visit Cactus TEFL or call 0845 130 4775 to discuss the options available to you.
Cactus TEFL is an admissions and advice service for quality teacher training courses worldwide. We work with the majority of well-known course providers to offer CELTA, Trinity CertTESOL, equivalent and online courses in over 90 locations across 36 countries. You will receive free, impartial advice every step of the way, and you can trust us to help you choose the right English language teaching course for you.
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