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TEFL Courses in Edinburgh
Qualify as an EFL teacher and teach English abroad with our TEFL course in Edinburgh. Our course graduates can be found all over the world; from Malaysia to Mexico, Turkey to Thailand, and even online from the comfort of their own home in Scotland!
By 2020 the British Council estimates there will be 2 billion (yes, billion!) English language learners around the world. The demand for English teachers is huge and is set to continue growing, which is why there’s never been a better time to qualify as an EFL teacher. On our classroom TEFL course in Edinburgh you will learn directly from an experienced English teacher everything you need to know to start teaching yourself.
Take this course in combination with up to 168 hours of online study for the most comprehensive training and job opportunities after completion. Most job adverts specify at least a 120-hour TEFL qualification, which is why we make it easy to pair this classroom course with online study.
Dates
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We currently have no upcoming course dates available in Edinburgh. We regularly add new course dates so please check back soon, you can also look at our virtual classroom courses as a fantastic alternative.
Content
Our 20-hour weekend TEFL course in Edinburgh gives you the knowledge, skills and confidence you will need to be able to create, plan and deliver your own TEFL classes. The classes are fast-paced, and fun and you will complete activities and games that help you absorb and learn.
The course is also a great way to expand your contact list by meeting new, like-minded people to share your TEFL experience with!
What’s included
A hardcopy coursebook
A reference letter from your classroom course tutor
An internationally recognised TEFL certificate (paper and electronic)
CV support
Lifetime access to our TEFL job centre
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FAQ
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Q1. What is the classroom schedule for the 2-day weekend course in Edinburgh?
Weekend TEFL Course Contents
The 20-hour Weekend TEFL Course will cover:
Saturday (9am-8pm)
Unit 1 – Warmers
Introducing yourself, getting to know each other, reducing inhibitions
Unit 2 – Classroom management
Arranging the classroom and managing your students
Unit 3 – Getting the students to speak
Inventive ways to elicit from the students, using pictures, mime and gesture
Unit 4 – Introduction to grammar
A first look at some of the English tenses. What is the Present Perfect exactly?
Unit 5 – Foreign language lesson
A beginner’s lesson: find out what it’s like to be on the receiving end
Unit 6 – Controlled Practice
Practice activities: why we use them and some ideas for the classroom
Unit 7 – Free Practice
Using role-play and other activities to bring your lessons to life
Unit 8 – Games
How games can improve the learning experience
Unit 9 – More warmers
More ideas for the classroom
Unit 10 – Functions
Teaching everyday English words and phrases
Unit 11 – Lesson planning, preparation & practice
How to plan a TEFL lesson & giving your first lesson
Sunday (9am-6pm)
Unit 12 – More warmers
A little warmer for your second day
Unit 13 – Needs analysis & understanding levels
Assessing new students and understanding different levels of students
Unit 14 – Pronunciation
The sounds, stress, intonation & rhythm of the English language
Unit 15 – Correcting errors
How and when to correct in the classroom
Unit 16 – Teaching Skills
How to teach reading & listening in the classroom
Unit 17 – Grammar
A more in-depth look into tenses (Warning! Includes fun!)
Unit 18 – Lesson planning, preparation & practice
Give your Second TEFL lesson
Unit 19 – Finding work abroad
How to find your first teaching English job
Q2. What is the classroom schedule for the 3-day weekday course in Edinburgh?
Weekday TEFL Course Contents
The 30-hour Weekday TEFL Course will cover:
Monday (9am to 6pm)
Unit 1 – Warmers
Introducing yourself, getting to know each other, reducing inhibitions
Unit 2 – Classroom management
Arranging the classroom and managing your students
Unit 3 – Getting the students to speak
Inventive ways to elicit from the students, using pictures, mime and gesture
Unit 4 – Introduction to grammar
A first look at some of the English tenses. What is the Present Perfect exactly?
Unit 5 – Foreign language lesson
A beginner’s lesson: find out what it’s like to be on the receiving end
Unit 6 – Controlled Practice
Practice activities: why we use them and some ideas for the classroom
Unit 7 – Free Practice
Using role-play and other activities to bring your lessons to life
Unit 8 – Games
How games can improve the learning experience
Unit 9 – More warmers
More ideas for the classroom
Unit 10 – Functions
Teaching everyday English words and phrases
Unit 11 – Lesson planning, preparation & practice
How to plan a TEFL lesson & giving your first lesson
Tuesday (9am to 6pm)
Unit 12 – More warmers
A little warmer for your second day
Unit 13 – Needs analysis & understanding levels
Assessing new students and understanding different levels of students
Unit 14 – Pronunciation
The sounds, stress, intonation & rhythm of the English language
Unit 15 – Correcting errors
How and when to correct in the classroom.
Unit 16 – Teaching Skills
How to teach reading & listening in the classroom
Unit 17 – Grammar
A more in-depth look into tenses (Warning! Includes fun!)
Wednesday (9am to 6pm)
Unit 18 – Teaching young learners
Strategies & ideas for teaching young learners
Unit 19 – Finding work abroad
How to find your first teaching English job.
Final teaching practice
Q3. How many people will there be in the Edinburgh TEFL classroom course?
A: There is a maximum class capacity of 20 and a minimum of 4 people per classroom.
Q4. Will there be breaks?
A: Yes, there is an hour-long break for lunch and a few 15-minute breaks throughout the day for tea, coffee, and refreshments.
Q4. Do I need to be a native English speaker to complete the course?
A: You do not necessarily have to be a native speaker of English. As long as you can pass our English level test available on our website, you should be able to cope with the course.
Q5. For combined TEFL courses, do I need to complete the online portion before starting the classroom course?
A: You do not need to have completed any online study before your classroom course.
Q6. Do I need a degree or teaching qualifications before beginning the Edinburgh TEFL course?
A: There’s no need to have a degree or any previous teaching experience to do a course with us – all you need is to be a fluent speaker of English with bags of enthusiasm and a will to learn!
Q7. Is the classroom TEFL course designed for teaching adults or children?
A: Whether you want to teach adults or children, our Edinburgh TEFL course is designed to give you an excellent grounding in TEFL and prepare you to step into your first TEFL class with confidence. The course is generic, and with minor changes can be geared for teaching adults or children. For more advanced study in teaching adults or children, we recommend our Advanced TEFL add-on modules.
Our approach
It’s hands on!  During our TEFL courses in Edinburgh, our experienced trainers explain and demonstrate where appropriate, but we make sure our students get involved as much as possible. The best way to learn to TEFL is to TEFL, so look forward to lesson planning, games, and taking part in activities created by other people on the course.
You will create your very own lessons and have the chance to teach your peers. The course will enable you to fully understand how to adapt your lessons to suit different age groups and English levels.
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