English for Teaching - TESOL (TKT) is designed to prepare you for a globally recognised certificate in English language teaching. These courses are ideal for non-native English speakers who have little, or no, formal teaching experience. 

Key skills gained from the course:  
•    Awareness of language and the background to language learning and teaching
•    Familiarity with different teaching methodologies for language learning 
•    Knowledge of lesson planning and the use of resources for language teaching
•    Awareness of effective classroom management techniques

Students who study English for Teaching - TESOL (TKT) at ELA can benefit from:
•    Observing ELA’s highly experienced teachers in live teaching sessions
•    Participating in regular conversation clubs to improve English speaking confidence. 
•    The use of ELA Study Centre with an extensive range of teaching resources, computing, and printing facilities for self-directed study. 
•    Registering for the Cambridge TKT test at ELA’s test centre located on the same premise. 
 

Course length  

TKT Preparation: 4 weeks (80 hours) 
English for Teaching TESOL (TKT): 10 weeks (200 hours)

Course Dates

2023 course dates to be confirmed. Please contact us to register your interest. 

The ELA offers a 4-week and 10-week course to suit your academic and commitment needs:

TKT Preparation: The 4-week TKT preparation course prepares you for Modules 1, 2 and 3 of the TKT exam. Ideal for students who would like to learn about the best practices for English language teaching and prepare for the TKT test. 

English for Teaching TESOL (TKT): The 10-week English for Teaching - TESOL (TKT) course not only prepares you for the TKT exam, but offers authentic teaching practice and a practical assessment. Ideal for students who would like to further develop English language skills, conduct real-life teaching sessions and prepare for the TKT test. 
 

To be eligible for English for Teaching TESOL (TKT), students need to meet the following English language entry requirements:

ELA: Minimum Upper Intermediate level (CEFR level B2) as determined by an ELA test 

IELTS: 5.0 overall, with no less than 5.0 in writing band. IELTS Indicator can also be accepted during 2021 until further notice. 

* The IELTS score must have been issued within 12 months of the course commencement date

2023: $2,800 (4 weeks) / $6,400 (11 weeks)

*Please note TKT exam fee is included in the tuition fee. 

If you don't have a valid IELTS test result, you can apply as follows:

Step 1

Take the online level test (this will determine if you are Upper-Intermediate level)

Step 2

Contact the Course Coordinator, celta@ela.auckland.ac.nz. You will then receive an application form together with further instructions and a Writing test, which should be hand-written, scanned, and submitted.

Step 3
The Course Coordinator will contact you for an interview. You will be notified after the interview whether you have been offered a place on the course. Acceptance onto the course is subject to the interview and placement test results.

Step 4 

Upon acceptance into the course, please register for your TKT Test by completing this application form.

*Please note that this course will run subject to a minimum number of students.