CELTA

The Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults or CELTA is a teaching qualification issued by Cambridge Assessment‏‎. It used to be known as the RSA. The CELTA is a high-end TEFL Certificate and although there is no recognized standard qualification for teaching English, the CELTA is often seen as […]


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Can You Teach English Abroad Without a Degree?

The idea of teaching English abroad without a degree comes up often. This article looks at different aspects of this and ways in which teachers without a degree can find work. For most countries the basic qualifications to teach English are a degree and a TEFL Certificate. The degree is […]


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ACTDEC

ACTDEC stands for the Accreditation Council for TESOL Distance Education Courses. It is a limited company which accredits TEFL certificate courses. As of July 2012 they accredit 7 schools with a further 3 schools holding applicant status. Status On its website, ACTDEC says it is a “non-profit making independent body” […]


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Accreditation & TEFL Courses

There is currently NO independent, international board of accreditation or assessment for TEFL certificate providers. This means that each institute, school, or organization recognizes their own certificate and accreditation comes from good practice, professional standards and reputation. There are a number of organizations which have been set up nationally. And […]


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