60 Teacher Training Courses in Ireland

**Availability must always be confirmed by the school.** If you are a teacher or work for an educational organisation, you may be eligible for Erasmus+ funding to join one of the school's special training programmes. They specialise in the Key Action 1 – Mobility for education staff Erasmus+ programmes, which are open to private or public educational organisations like schools, universities and colleges from the EU and EFTA (Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway). Format of the Professional and Teacher Training Programmes - All courses are taught by a team of highly qualified and experienced English language teachers and DELTA-qualified (or equivalent) teacher trainers. - They offer a format of 15 hours of English language training at your specific level, combined with 5 hours of specialised modules in your chosen field. - Prices are inclusive of access to all school facilities and services, including the social & cultural activity programme (there may be some pay-as-you-go entry fees). COURSE DESCRIPTION This Intensive General English course gives participants the opportunity to develop their language skills as well as their grammar and vocabulary with intensive immersion in very dynamic international classes. This course is delivered by ISI’s very experienced ESL teachers with a focus on communicative methodology and authentic everyday interaction for the development of real language. COURSE CONTENT General English: Testing and classing participants in the appropriate CEFR level, Orientation, Needs analysis, Setting learning outcomes, Language focus and language skills, Skills workshops, Assessment of learning and review of learning, One to one feedback at the end of the course, Certificate presentation Setting learning outcomes, General English skills, Pronunciation activities, Communicative activities, Writing assignments and feedback, Communicative project, Assessment of learning outcomes, Progress test and Feedback. The teaching of this course is based on a communicative approach, which means students always focus on real life communication, exchanging ideas, opinions and experiences that are meaningful and therefore everlasting.

**Availability must always be confirmed by the school.** If you are a teacher or work for an educational organisation, you may be eligible for Erasmus+ funding to join one of the school's special training programmes. They specialise in the Key Action 1 – Mobility for education staff Erasmus+ programmes, which are open to private or public educational organisations like schools, universities and colleges from the EU and EFTA (Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway). Format of the Professional and Teacher Training Programmes - All courses are taught by a team of highly qualified and experienced English language teachers and DELTA-qualified (or equivalent) teacher trainers. - They offer a format of 15 hours of English language training at your specific level, combined with 5 hours of specialised modules in your chosen field. - Prices are inclusive of access to all school facilities and services, including the social & cultural activity programme (there may be some pay-as-you-go entry fees). COURSE DESCRIPTION This Intensive General English course gives participants the opportunity to develop their language skills as well as their grammar and vocabulary with intensive immersion in very dynamic international classes. This course is delivered by ISI’s very experienced ESL teachers with a focus on communicative methodology and authentic everyday interaction for the development of real language. COURSE CONTENT General English: Testing and classing participants in the appropriate CEFR level, Orientation, Needs analysis, Setting learning outcomes, Language focus and language skills, Skills workshops, Assessment of learning and review of learning, One to one feedback at the end of the course, Certificate presentation Setting learning outcomes, General English skills, Pronunciation activities, Communicative activities, Writing assignments and feedback, Communicative project, Assessment of learning outcomes, Progress test and Feedback. The teaching of this course is based on a communicative approach, which means students always focus on real life communication, exchanging ideas, opinions and experiences that are meaningful and therefore everlasting.

ATC’s Preparatory Certificate in English Language Teaching (ELT) is a short course preparing Irish state-qualified teachers and trainee teachers to teach international students on short English language programmes in Ireland, over the summer months. This course will help teachers develop their own knowledge of the English language system and gain insight into the theories of language learning and language teaching. The course will look at a framework for understanding the different levels of language skills and competencies of learners. It will explore methodologies and techniques for teaching English as a foreign language to secondary-level students at different levels and will help teachers create and source fun and engaging materials for use in the classroom. The program also prepares teachers who may have to teach part or all of their courses online.

This course is for a duration of 1-2 weeks and is designed for adults who want to do a teaching training session. Designed for second level teachers who are interested in how technology enhanced learning can be put into practice in their classroom. This hand on experience gives the teacher lots of practical techniques that they can bring back to their classroom. Spoken in English, the course also allows participants an opportunity to refresh and improve their communication skills in an authentic workplace environment. There will be 3-5 hours of learning per day from Monday to Friday as well as 2 afternoon cultural visits. This course is for a duration of 1-2 weeks and is designed for adults who want to do a teaching training session. Designed for second level teachers who are interested in how technology enhanced learning can be put into practice in their classroom. This hand on experience gives the teacher lots of practical techniques that they can bring back to their classroom. Spoken in English, the course also allows participants an opportunity to refresh and improve their communication skills in an authentic workplace environment. There will be 3-5 hours of learning per day from Monday to Friday as well as 2 afternoon cultural visits.

The CELTA (University of Cambridge TEFL) course is the most widely recognized English language teaching qualification worldwide, and International House Dublin is the longest running CELTA centre in Dublin! The school offers both full and part-time courses, all of which are externally assessed by a University of Cambridge ESOL moderator, thus ensuring that all candidates receive the best standard possible for your teacher training programme. The CELTA course is aimed at a range of candidates including: - Candidates who are entirely new to teaching. - Candidates who have taught languages, but with little or no previous training. - Candidates who have taught other subjects and wish to take up language teaching. - Candidates who have received previous training in language teaching but feel the need for a refresher course, for a more practical qualification, or for a more internationally recognised qualification This includes: - Courses for native and non native speakers of English. - 4 week intensive - Interactive workshops and input sessions. - An internationally recognised qualification. - Minimum 6 hours' teaching practice with adult students - Feedback, guidance and support from our dedicated team of trainers The CELTA (University of Cambridge TEFL) course is the most widely recognized English language teaching qualification worldwide, and International House Dublin is the longest running CELTA centre in Dublin! The school offers both full and part-time courses, all of which are externally assessed by a University of Cambridge ESOL moderator, thus ensuring that all candidates receive the best standard possible for your teacher training programme. The CELTA course is aimed at a range of candidates including: - Candidates who are entirely new to teaching. - Candidates who have taught languages, but with little or no previous training. - Candidates who have taught other subjects and wish to take up language teaching. - Candidates who have received previous training in language teaching but feel the need for a refresher course, for a more practical qualification, or for a more internationally recognised qualification This includes: - Courses for native and non native speakers of English. - 4 week intensive - Interactive workshops and input sessions. - An internationally recognised qualification. - Minimum 6 hours' teaching practice with adult students - Feedback, guidance and support from our dedicated team of trainers

Afternoon lessons take place Monday to Thursday. The Teachers’ Refresher Course is designed for teachers whose first language is not English and who wish to refresh their English language skills, while simultaneously exploring new methodologies and different approaches to teaching a language. This course consists of lectures, workshops and communicative sessions. It is perfect for teachers who wish to take home lots of practical ideas and activities, to use with their own students. This course is recognized for funding under the Erasmus+ Programme. Typical sample sessions include: - Lesson frameworks - Irish culture sessions - Activities for language practice - Authentic material - Exploiting technologyThe Teachers’ Refresher Course is designed for teachers whose first language is not English and who wish to refresh their English language skills, while simultaneously exploring new methodologies and different approaches to teaching a language. This course consists of lectures, workshops and communicative sessions. It is perfect for teachers who wish to take home lots of practical ideas and activities, to use with their own students. This course is recognized for funding under the Erasmus+ Programme. Typical sample sessions include: - Lesson frameworks - Irish culture sessions - Activities for language practice - Authentic material - Exploiting technology

taught by highly qualified and experienced English teachers and DELTA-qualified (or equivalent) teacher trainers 15 hours of English language training. OPTIONAL: + 10 hours of a focused module of your choosing for an extra fee. focused modules last 1 week; 2nd week available - choice of focus. courses available online or face-to-face. prices include materials & access to all school facilities and services, incl. social & cultural activities programme (free of charge or +extra fee).

If you are a teacher or work for an educational organisation, you may be eligible for Erasmus+ funding to join one of our in-service teacher-focused training programmes. We specialise in the Key Action 1 – Mobility for Education Staff Erasmus+ programmes, which are open to private or public educational organisations (schools, universities and colleges from the EU and EFTA).

**Availability must always be confirmed by the school.** If you are a teacher or work for an educational organisation, you may be eligible for Erasmus+ funding to join one of the school's special training programmes. They specialise in the Key Action 1 – Mobility for education staff Erasmus+ programmes, which are open to private or public educational organisations like schools, universities and colleges from the EU and EFTA (Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway). Format of the Professional and Teacher Training Programmes - All courses are taught by a team of highly qualified and experienced English language teachers and DELTA-qualified (or equivalent) teacher trainers. - They offer a format of 15 hours of English language training at your specific level, combined with 10 hours of specialised modules in your chosen field. - Prices are inclusive of access to all school facilities and services, including the social & cultural activity programme (there may be some pay-as-you-go entry fees). COURSE DESCRIPTION This Intensive General English course gives participants the opportunity to develop their language skills as well as their grammar and vocabulary with intensive immersion in very dynamic international classes. This course is delivered by ISI’s very experienced ESL teachers with a focus on communicative methodology and authentic everyday interaction for the development of real language. COURSE CONTENT General English: Testing and classing participants in the appropriate CEFR level, Orientation, Needs analysis, Setting learning outcomes, Language focus and language skills, Skills workshops, Assessment of learning and review of learning, One to one feedback at the end of the course, Certificate presentation Setting learning outcomes, General English skills, Pronunciation activities, Communicative activities, Writing assignments and feedback, Communicative project, Assessment of learning outcomes, Progress test and Feedback. The teaching of this course is based on a communicative approach, which means students always focus on real life communication, exchanging ideas, opinions and experiences that are meaningful and therefore everlasting.

Course starts every third Monday of a month.The Teacher Refresher Course is designed for non-native English teachers who wish to recharge their methodological batteries while improving their English language skills. Trainee teachers will explore new methodologies and different approaches to teaching the English language. This course consists of seminars and lectures, workshops and brainstorming study sessions as well as communicative and practical-solutions sessions. It is perfect for teachers who would like to take home lots of practical ideas, solutions to classroom management issues and hands-on activities and implement them in their own teaching back home. Typical sample sessions include: - Lesson planning, frameworks & schemes - Irish culture sessions - Practical Tasks & Activities for language practice - Authentic material & ARC - Exploiting materials & technology in the ESL/EFL classroom

The Teacher Training Programme Erasmus+ [Drama, English & Music] is a highly practical course for teachers of English; CLIL teachers who also teach other subjects and even future teachers of English who are currently engaging in English teacher training. This English teacher training course is a specialist programme aimed at those teaching at primary or secondary level who wish to have an Erasmus+ experience in Ireland with a focus on utilising music, drama and culture in the classroom. You will focus on many practical classroom ideas; tried and tested teaching materials; English teaching methodologies all while developing your own language awareness. If you would like to improve your own language while refreshing tried and tested methods in addition to exploring and experiencing new classroom ideas and materials this Teacher Training Programme Erasmus+ Drama, Music and Culture is the perfect choice. This may be the course for you: - If you are a primary or secondary teacher who is now using English in the classroom or will in the future this is the Erasmus+ course for you. - If you are a teacher who enjoys incorporating music and drama into your lessons and would like to learn more. - If you would like to improve your English language skills. - If you are interested in new English teaching ideas, activities and highly practical activities you’re your classroom Keen attention is paid to the the latest in English teaching materials and thinking with the course geared to the practical applications in the classroom. The course is structured in a way that allows participants to further develop teaching skills through an interactive approach through drama, culture and music.

Start dates: English for Academic Purposes (EAP): 12 Aug English as a Medium of Instruction (EMI): 19 Aug Discovery Learning: 19 AugIf you’re looking to grow as an English teacher and develop specific skills so you can prepare your students for language exams and higher education, this course could be perfect for you. Studying in Galway, one of the friendliest and most beautiful cities in the whole of Ireland, you’ll focus on learning and practising the best methods and approaches for improving students’ academic writing and speaking abilities. The Teacher Training + Academic Writing and Presentation Skills programme is specially designed to be practical, engaging and based on excellent teaching practices. You’ll leave more confident and prepared to take on the toughest teaching challenges. Not only that, but you’ll also be able to explore the stunning countryside of nearby Connemara and the Wild Atlantic Way – not to mention meet locals and enjoy the lively Irish nightlife in Galway’s many pubs.

The CLIL courses for teachers are designed for non-native teachers who teach subjects through English or plan to teach in English. This course has been designed to up-skill participants in order to make a greater contribution in their home school both inside and outside the classroom. The programme focuses on giving participants knowledge and skills that they use to provide CLIL teacher training to other teacher colleagues in their school. You will explore the principles behind Content and Language Integrated learning (CLIL) and improve your English language skills so that you will be able to teach through the language. The staff will equip you, and by extension your students, with both the confidence and skills needed to deliver a broad range of CLIL-based activities inside and outside the classroom. You will gain an understanding of how to combine language and subject teaching within a practical lesson framework. Explore a wide variety of practical tasks and activities which can be put to immediate use in the classroom.

Using technology in the classroom has become an integral part of education both at primary and secondary level and is also an increasingly popular method of delivering English language training. This programme has been designed to enable participants to create and deliver more innovative and interactive lessons in their particular school. As the participant will be delivering content through English, both their General English classes and specific technology based lessons will also include a focus on improving their use of lexis, grammatical structures and functional language. Attention will also be paid to helping participants with pronunciation. This course has been designed to up-skill participants in order to make a greater contribution in their home school both inside and outside the classroom. The programme focuses on giving participants knowledge and skills that they can share with their colleagues and improve the English Teacher skills in the staffroom.

This is a course for Teachers who want to learn about the most important aspects of the Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL) approach. Participants will observe examples of good practice, will participate in lectures and workshops and will analyse up-to-date information about relevant and updated development of CLIL implementation in education. Practical ideas for classroom management and instruction, teaching techniques, lesson planning and materials development will be applied to a variety of subjects across the curriculum. - Develop an understanding of the principles behind CLIL and its implications - Develop their knowledge of the CLIL methodology - Identify the language demands of their curricular subjects - Consider methodology, lesson frameworks, teaching strategies and skills for use with CLIL - Evaluate, adapt and design materials for language learning in a CLIL subject - Share best practice and ideas from the participants’ teaching and learning context - Adapt materials and design activities to support their students in their CLIL learning - Plan and deliver CLIL lessons with confidence - Support colleagues in CLIL teams to implement a cross-curricular approach to content and language integrated learning

Course starts every third Monday of a month.This is a course for Teachers who want to learn about the most important aspects of the Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL) approach. Participants will observe examples of good practice, will participate in lectures and workshops and will analyse up-to-date information about relevant and up-to-date development of CLIL implementation in education. Practical ideas for classroom management and instruction, teaching techniques, lesson planning and materials development will be applied to a variety of subjects across the curriculum. - Develop an understanding of the principles behind CLIL and its implications - Develop their knowledge of the CLIL methodology - Identify the language demands of their curricular subjects - Consider methodology, lesson frameworks, teaching strategies and skills for use with CLIL - Evaluate, adapt and design materials for language learning in a CLIL subject - Share best practice and ideas from the participants’ teaching and learning context - Adapt materials and design activities to support their students in their CLIL learning - Plan and deliver CLIL lessons with confidence - Support colleagues in CLIL teams to implement a cross-curricular approach to content and language integrated learning

The Teacher Refresher Course is designed for non-native English teachers who wish to recharge their methodological batteries while improving their English language skills. Trainee teachers will explore new methodologies and different approaches to teaching the English language. This course consists of seminars and lectures, workshops and brainstorming study sessions as well as communicative and practical-solutions sessions. It is perfect for teachers who would like to take home lots of practical ideas, solutions to classroom management issues and hands-on activities and implement them in their own teaching back home. Typical sample sessions include: - Lesson planning, frameworks & schemes - Irish culture sessions - Practical Tasks & Activities for language practice - Authentic material & ARC - Exploiting materials & technology in the ESL/EFL classroom

The Linguaviva Centre is a validated Course Provider for Trinity Cert TESOL, with a dedicated Teacher Training team which also offers Erasmus + Courses for Overseas Teachers. They offer a full-time two-week course in CLIL & Communication Skills along with a Irish Culture, History & Literature course which are both very popular. The intensive course format includes both workshops and lectures. The teachers use a 'Reflective Journal' to gather teaching materials which participants can use once they return to their schools. Participants also get the opportunity to team teach and give/receive feedback from their peers and tutors on how to make their classes even more communicative and effective. Teachers who have taken these courses recently are German, Polish, Czech, French, Spanish and Italian, as well as Russian and South American.

This course is addressed to non-native secondary school teachers of English to help them refresh their English language skills and examine new methodologies and strategies to teach a language. **Important** *A minimum of 8 students must be booked onto this course for it to go ahead. The Training Course for Teachers of English is suitable for non-native secondary school teachers of English who have a minimum English level of Upper-Intermediate. The course is designed by our Teacher Training department to help teachers refresh their English language skills, explore new methodologies and different approaches to teaching a language and take home lots of practical ideas and activities to use with their own students.

The teacher training courses consist of 20 hours in person training, and 10 hours of project work per week. In this course, students will learn more about the overall CLIL method of teaching: - General understanding of CLIL as teaching method. - Learn how to use CLIL in their course material and lesson activities. - Practise teaching CLIL to develop a finely tuned lesson structure for real life classes. The aim of this Introduction to CLIL course is to help primary teachers: -Develop their knowledge of the CLIL methodology -Identify the language demands of their curricular subjects -Adapt materials and design activities to support their students in their CLIL learning -Plan and deliver CLIL lessons with confidence -Support colleagues in CLIL teams to implement a cross-curricular approach to content and language integrated learning For courses with 9 participants or more we will offer the full course as indicated. For courses with 5-8 participants we will offer 20 hours General English and 10 hours of Teacher Training & Development in the afternoons. For courses with 1-4 participants we will offer 20 hours General English and 5 hours of Teacher Training & Development in the afternoons.

This course includes 20 hours of tuition plus 10 hours of project work per week.This practical STEAM methodology course looks at engaging, collaborative and interactive activities that secondary teachers can use to create cross-curricular lessons that focus on STEAM subjects (Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts and Maths). This course specifically focuses on the effective set up, delivery and assessment of project-based lesson content and how it can encourage learner autonomy and 21st Century Skills. For courses with 9 participants or more we will offer the full course as indicated. For courses with 5-8 participants we will offer 20 hours General English and 10 hours of Teacher Training & Development in the afternoons. For courses with 1-4 participants we will offer 20 hours General English and 5 hours of Teacher Training & Development in the afternoons. The main aim of this course is to help secondary teachers: - plan STEAM lessons that will suit their particular subjects and learner needs while ensuring a cross-curricular focus, - understand how to integrate digital literacy, sustainability, inclusion and diversity into project-based STEAM lessons and materials, - develop materials, select digital resources and design activities which are engaging and motivating for students, - focus on learner autonomy, project-based learning and deliver STEAM lessons in a student-centred way.

ATC’s Refresher Course for Language Teachers is a practical course that explores ideas, techniques and resources for language teaching and learning, where the primary focus is on the development of the students’ communicative competence. Teachers look at ideas for designing engaging, collaborative real-world tasks to help develop the students’ communicative competence across all language skills, and deepen their knowledge of the target language system. Students will explore the task-based method that underpins this approach and look at a framework for developing task-based lessons. Teachers will develop lessons and teaching materials appropriate to their teaching context. The course also introduces teachers to a range of digital resources to support students in independent study, and becoming lifelong language learners.  For courses with 9 participants or more we will offer the full course as indicated. For courses with 5-8 participants we will offer 20 hours General English and 10 hours of Teacher Training & Development in the afternoons. For courses with 1-4 participants we will offer 20 hours General English and 5 hours of Teacher Training & Development in the afternoons.

The teacher training courses consist of 20 hours in person training, and 10 hours of project work per week. In this course, students will learn more about how to teach students using a project-based methodology: - Use digital technology to create a productive project. - Encourage students to develop their digital literacy skills. - Intertwine language development throughout a project cycle for students to continue to improve upon their language skills. Project-based teaching promotes learning across a broad spectrum of knowledge, skills and competencies. Students engaged in project work are given the opportunity to develop their 21st century skills of inquiry, critical thinking, problem solving, creativity, flexibility and leadership. They learn important communication skills of negotiation, mediation, information exchange, and goal-oriented cooperation. For courses with 9 participants or more we will offer the full course as indicated. For courses with 5-8 participants we will offer 20 hours General English and 10 hours of Teacher Training & Development in the afternoons. For courses with 1-4 participants we will offer 20 hours General English and 5 hours of Teacher Training & Development in the afternoons.

The teacher training courses consist of 20 hours in person training, and 10 hours of project work per week. In this course, students will learn more about the overall CLIL method of teaching: - General understanding of CLIL as teaching method. - Intertwine this method with their specific teaching subject. - Learn how to use CLIL in their course material and lesson activities. - Practise teaching CLIL to develop a finely tuned lesson structure for real life classes. The aim of this Introduction to CLIL course is to help secondary teachers: -Develop their knowledge of the CLIL methodology -Identify the language demands of their curricular subjects -Adapt materials and design activities to support their students in their CLIL learning -Plan and deliver CLIL lessons with confidence -Support colleagues in CLIL teams to implement a cross-curricular approach to content and language integrated learning Applicants must have minimum level of B1 level of English, as outlined in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. For courses with 9 participants or more we will offer the full course as indicated. For courses with 5-8 participants we will offer 20 hours General English and 10 hours of Teacher Training & Development in the afternoons. For courses with 1-4 participants we will offer 20 hours General English and 5 hours of Teacher Training & Development in the afternoons.

The teacher training courses consist of 20 hours in person training, and 10 hours of project work per week. In this course, students will learn more about the overall STEAM method of teaching: - Intertwine this method with their specific teaching subject. - Create project-based lessons and materials based on STEAM methodology to motivate students. - Incorporate a student-centred approach to teaching by delivering STEAM courses. This practical STEAM methodology course looks at engaging, collaborative and interactive activities that teachers can use to create cross-curricular lessons that focus on STEAM subjects (Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts and Maths). This course specifically focuses on effective set up, delivery and assessment of project-based lesson content and how it can encourage learner autonomy and 21st Century Skills. For courses with 9 participants or more we will offer the full course as indicated. For courses with 5-8 participants we will offer 20 hours General English and 10 hours of Teacher Training & Development in the afternoons. For courses with 1-4 participants we will offer 20 hours General English and 5 hours of Teacher Training & Development in the afternoons. The main aim of this course is to help primary teachers: - plan STEAM lessons that will suit their particular subjects and learner needs while ensuring a cross-curricular focus, - understand how to integrate digital literacy, sustainability, inclusion and diversity into project-based STEAM lessons and materials, - develop materials, select digital resources and design activities which are engaging and motivating for students, - focus on learner autonomy, project-based learning and deliver STEAM lessons in a student-centred way.

Refresher courses are designed for non-native teachers of English (Primary & Secondary Teachers) who wish to improve their professional skills and English language competence. Erasmus+ Teacher Training is the EU’s programme to support education, training in Europe. ACET is a teacher training centre approved by the Irish Department of Education and has over 45 years of experience in teacher training. We have a team of qualified, experienced, and motivated teachers. Our team of dedicated teacher trainers focuses on practical ideas and techniques but also use up-to-date, innovative methods at all levels of language learning. Participants are introduced to Irish Life and Culture through a series of lectures, visits, and excursions Practical Teaching Methodology - Language awareness and analysis - Classroom management and lesson planning - Developing reading, listening, writing, speaking and vocabulary skills and strategies - Current Issues in methodology, materials evaluation and development - Use of authentic material, games and technology in the classroom

The aim of the course is to improve participants’ command of English for the classroom and to identify the principles of effective practice in CLIL. Course objectives: - Explore methodology and material in practical ways appropriate to CLIL - Raise language awareness and linguistic competence - Explore key issues of syllabus design - Develop classroom management skills for CLIL classroom - Develop assessment procedures

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as a transformative force, mimicking human intelligence and significantly impacting various disciplines, including Language Teaching. As AI becomes increasingly prevalent in educational settings, language teachers must enhance their AI literacy skills to harness its benefits effectively. The aim of this course is to: - Equip language teachers with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to integrate AI effectively into their lessons, fostering a dynamic and technologically advanced language learning environment. Throughout the course, participants engage in hands-on activities, collaborative discussions, and reflective exercises to reinforce their learning. Participants also carry out practical work to plan, create and teach a lesson using AI and other interactive resources, and will finish the course with a digital portfolio of resources. Participants can take the opportunity to join ATC’s Teachers Forum where they can access continued support and sharing of best practice after the course has finished. ATC’s 1 week course of Language Teaching in the Age of AI can be chosen as a 1 week course, or combined with another Teacher Training and Development course or a General English course, to form a 2-week programme.

For all teachers to develop their English and explore Irish culture and heritage.This course aims to help teachers develop their communicative competence in English, while learning about Irish culture and heritage. The course content introduces teachers to a variety of themes in Irish culture (both historical and contemporary culture). Teachers will explore who the Irish are; looking at their literature, folklore, music and dance. Teachers will learn about important social and political landmarks in Irish history and the road to Irish independence. Teachers will also look at emigration and the Irish diaspora, meeting some of Ireland’s most famous (and infamous) emigrants, and will examine the huge cultural and social changes Ireland has experienced in the 21st century. The aim of this course is to help teachers: - Develop their communicative competence in English with a particular focus on the interactive skills of speaking and listening. - Provide teachers with a broad overview of traditional Irish cultural heritage. - Provide teachers with an insight into contemporary Irish culture and society. - Provide teachers with a broad overview of Irish social and political shifts, from British rule, through independence, to the modern Irish Republic.

It includes tuition plus a social programme.Includes inscription fee, materials fee and social programme. The Babel Academy combined teacher training programme is for teachers from around the world who want to build on their experience, develop and update teaching skills, enhance career opportunities, and have a rewarding cultural exchange. The Teacher Training programmes are for non-native speaking English language teachers, teachers of other subjects who teach through English, and academic staff. Students can choose from 6 different courses: - Technology in the Classroom - Language, Literature and Culture - Mindfulness in Education - English for Academic Support Staff - English for Elementary School Teachers - General English Fluency

The 2-week Teacher Refresher for English language teacher is aimed at providing practical training in the most up to date teaching techniques and improving students’ general language skills. Our dedicated Academic Team have tailored this programme with subject teachers in mind and provides participants with functional skills to put into use within your own classroom. Hit refresh with the focused Teacher Refresher course and enjoy an academic, cultural, and social experience with one of Ireland’s leading English language colleges. All Teacher Training courses in Cork English College are open for Erasmus+ funding.

The 2-week CLIL Teacher Refresher Course explores the key concepts behind Content and Language Integrated principles whilst also refreshing participants English language skills and ability. Our dedicated Academic Team have tailored this programme with subject teachers in mind and provide participants with practical skills to put into use within your own classroom. Hit refresh with the CLIL focused Teacher Refresher course and enjoy an academic, cultural, and social experience with us in Cork. All Teacher Training courses in Cork English College are open for Erasmus+ funding. Participants will gain an understanding of how to combine language and subject teaching within a workable lesson framework and also explore a wide variety of practical tasks and activities which can be put to immediate use in the classroom. Participants will also have the opportunity to experience CLIL for themselves through the use of CEC’s E-Learning platform which gives training in web skills through the use of English, neatly combining subject and language acquisition.

The 2-week CLIL Teacher Refresher Course explores the key concepts behind Content and Language integrated principles whilst also refreshing participants’ English language skills and ability. Our dedicated Academic Team have tailored this programme with subject teachers in mind and provide participants with practical skills to put into use within your own classroom. Hit refresh with the CLIL focused Teacher Refresher course and enjoy an academic, cultural, and social experience with us in Cork. All Teacher Training courses in Cork English College are open for Erasmus+ funding.

The Teaching Knowledge Test Course aims to prepare teachers to sit the TKT exam and give foundation in the methodology of Teaching English as a Foreign Language. Course participants explore teaching methodologies, lesson planning, and classroom management. Course objectives: - Increase participants’ knowledge of concepts related to language and language use - Raise awareness of the background to and practice of language teaching and learning - Prepare participants for TKT exam which can be used to access further training and enhance career opportunities - Encourage teachers in their professional development

Afternoon lessons take place Monday to Thursday.The Teacher Refresher CLIL programme is designed for teachers whose first language is not English to refresh their English language skills while simultaneously exploring the principles behind CLIL. It is perfect for teachers who wish to take home lots of practical ideas and activities, to use with their own students. This course is recognised for funding under the Erasmus+ Programme. Participants on this programme will: - Develop an understanding of the principles behind CLIL - Consider methodology, lesson frameworks, teaching strategies and skills for use with CLIL - Evaluate, adapt, and design materials for language learning in a CLIL subject - Share best practice and ideas from the participants’ teaching and learning context

Afternoon lessons take place Monday to Thursday. The Co-operation Strategies and Conflict Management Programme is designed for teachers whose first language is not English, to refresh their English language skills while simultaneously exploring the role of co-operation and conflict in today’s educational context. This course consists of lectures, workshops and communicative sessions. This course is recognised for funding under the Erasmus+ Programme. Participants on this programme will: - Consider the role of self-esteem in creating a positive learning and teaching environment - Share experiences of early school leaving and evaluate possible responses - Consider the role of creative and dynamic learning in generating and maintaining motivation - Examine the role emotional intelligence plays in developing co-operating strategies and conflict management - Understand how teachers, students, schools and families can co-operate to create a positive learning environment. - Examine ways to engender empathy and consider its role in diffusing conflict - Understand group dynamics and discuss positive outcomes of conflict - Evaluate and experiment with different methods of team building - The detailed course content will be agreed upon before each session according to the needs and requests of the participants.The Co-operation Strategies and Conflict Management Programme is designed for teachers whose first language is not English, to refresh their English language skills while simultaneously exploring the role of co-operation and conflict in today’s educational context. This course consists of lectures, workshops and communicative sessions. This course is recognised for funding under the Erasmus+ Programme. Participants on this programme will: - Consider the role of self-esteem in creating a positive learning and teaching environment - Share experiences of early school leaving and evaluate possible responses - Consider the role of creative and dynamic learning in generating and maintaining motivation - Examine the role emotional intelligence plays in developing co-operating strategies and conflict management - Understand how teachers, students, schools and families can co-operate to create a positive learning environment. - Examine ways to engender empathy and consider its role in diffusing conflict - Understand group dynamics and discuss positive outcomes of conflict - Evaluate and experiment with different methods of team building - The detailed course content will be agreed upon before each session according to the needs and requests of the participants.

The Linguaviva Centre is a validated Course Provider for Trinity Cert TESOL, with a dedicated Teacher Training team which also offers Erasmus + Courses for Overseas Teachers. They offer a full-time two-week course in CLIL & Communication Skills along with a Irish Culture, History & Literature course which are both very popular. The intensive course format includes both workshops and lectures. The teachers use a 'Reflective Journal' to gather teaching materials which participants can use once they return to their schools. Participants also get the opportunity to team teach and give/receive feedback from their peers and tutors on how to make their classes even more communicative and effective. Teachers who have taken these courses recently are German, Polish, Czech, French, Spanish and Italian, as well as Russian and South American.

Students must attend Teaching practice every week. CES Dublin is an Official CELTA Training CentreThe CELTA (Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) is the most widely recognised and respected initial teacher training course internationally. For many schools, the certificate is a prerequisite to teaching English in the UK, Ireland and abroad. You will learn teaching techniques and gain teaching experience with genuine language learners. This is the fastest way to gain your fully accredited CELTA qualification with CES. Choose to complete a 4-week face-to-face course on location in one of CES' three Official CELTA Training Centres (Dublin, Edinburgh and Leeds). Sessions are delivered each day by experienced tutors focusing on teaching skills and theory before candidates have an opportunity to apply this in teaching practice. While this course is delivered in a face-to-face format, adaptations and considerations needed for online teaching are covered during input sessions. Teaching Practice is held daily with each day ending with feedback with your tutor. As with all CELTA course formats, candidates must complete 6 hours of Teaching Practice, 6 hours of observations and 4 written assignments. 100% attendance is expected for input sessions and Teaching Practice. CELTA course requirements: - Minimum of 18 years of age. - University degree or have a standard of education equivalent to being able to enter university. - Non-native speakers need to have a high C1 / C2 level.

This course is intended for English language teachers or teachers of other subjects who wish to refresh and expand their language skills and learn different teaching approaches and methods. This course includes afternoon activities.Afternoon programme of lectures and visits: CLIL / Methodology / Language Development / Blended Learning / Education Management Additional Specialized trainig courses available. The CES centres across Ireland and the UK have a strong teacher training focus with 3 schools being CELTA centres (Leeds, Edinburgh and Dublin). All centres have highly trained and experienced teachers who have been involved in the creation and delivering of many types of further development courses through the Comenius, Grundtvig, CIEP and Saxony-Anhalt programmes. In addition, CES has excellent and carefully selected homestay accommodation and there is also the option of residential accommodation in most locations. The schools also have a comprehensive year round cultural and social programme. CES schools are members of EAQUALS and IALC. All teacher-training courses are eligible for Erasmus+ funding. These courses take place over either one or two weeks in Dublin or the UK (Edinburgh, London, Leeds and Worthing). CES places strong emphasis on cooperation and collaborative learning. It is their belief that students learn much from engaging with their classmates, as well as engaging with the course content. Therefore, a lot of the course content encourages peer to peer tasks. The courses provide opportunities for discussion and the sharing of ideas with colleagues from different countries. The aim of the course is to understand and deliver upon the practical needs of the participants, to ensure that the impact of the material covered is not gone in a week or two but is indeed sustainable. Everything covered in these courses is meant to be useful to the participants, who can then apply it to their own learners and classrooms. CES Teacher Training courses are intended for English language teachers or teachers of other subjects who wish to refresh and expand their language skills and/or analyse, discuss and practice different teaching approaches and methods.

This course combines language-development classes with methodology modules focusing on the teaching of English in a primary school class and on the needs of young learners. Afternoon seminars and cultural programme are planned for designated afternoons and evenings.It’s easy to fall into the same old patterns with your lessons. Especially as the school year progresses. Finding new ways to bring new, fun activities into your class becomes harder and harder. This course is designed to refill your bag of classroom tricks with ideas and content that are proven to bring life and excitement to your classes! This one or two-week course combines language development classes with methodology modules focusing on the teaching of English in the primary school classroom and on the needs of young learners. You will learn how to create new, original, highly enjoyable materials and lesson ideas for all your teaching needs. Your students will love the new energy these will bring back to your class and you’ll all feel like it’s the first day of term again! A minimum level of upper intermediate (CEFR B1) is required.

This course focuses on the teaching of English in the secondary school classroom. Students are presented with different learning theories and their applications to help them gain confidence and competence in English. The course includes lessons, seminars and cultural activities. Teaching English to teenagers can be hard work, especially as the school year wears on. Your students get more stressed with exams, other subjects and with just being teenagers. And it becomes harder and harder for you to engage them with your lessons. There are only so many creative ideas you can have before you’re recycling the same activities again and again. This course is designed precisely to help you find new ways to get past these issues. The one to two-week Energizer Master Course focuses on helping you create new lessons that will re-engage and re-energise both you and your students. You’ll discover effective new techniques and how to adapt them for your students. You’ll also have afternoon seminars in Education and Irish Culture. A minimum language level of Upper Intermediate (CEFR B2) is required for this program.

This course is ideal for teachers who are new to CLIL. It combines lectures and practical workshops and highlights the key concepts in CLIL.This course is for teachers who are new to or have recently begun teaching CLIL. It is aimed at all secondary teachers and primary teachers of pupils aged 10+ and offers a practical introduction to the CLIL approach and how to implement it in classrooms. The course combines lectures and practical workshops and highlights the key concepts in CLIL; providing a selection of practical activities for various subjects at the late primary and secondary level. This one or two-week course is a practical introduction to CLIL for primary (aged 10+) and secondary teachers who are new to CLIL. The course is a mix of lectures and practical workshops and provides participants with a working knowledge of the key concepts in CLIL and a selection of practical activities for both primary and secondary levels. A key element of success in CLIL is a teacher’s language ability, and our two-week option includes language development classes in our international language programmes. A minimum English language level of CEFR B2 is required for CLIL programmes.

Designed for language teachers who wish to master their use of the language in the classroom and teaching methodology. Expand your teaching techniques, practise teacher/student role playing, improve and perfect your language skills (accent, fluency, expressions, idioms, etc.). There are expert teachers able to teach at a very advanced level who will build on your existing teaching knowledge and experience. - Choose from 15, 20, 25, or 30 hours of one-to-one language lessons with your host teacher per week. - Full board accommodation in your teacher’s home.

Designed for language teachers who wish to master their use of the language in the classroom and teaching methodology. Expand your teaching techniques, practise teacher/student role playing, improve and perfect your language skills (accent, fluency, expressions, idioms, etc.). There are expert teachers able to teach at a very advanced level who will build on your existing teaching knowledge and experience.

Designed for language teachers who wish to master their use of the language in the classroom and teaching methodology. Expand your teaching techniques, practise teacher/student role playing, improve and perfect your language skills (accent, fluency, expressions, idioms, etc.). There are expert teachers able to teach at a very advanced level who will build on your existing teaching knowledge and experience.

Designed for language teachers who wish to master their use of the language in the classroom and teaching methodology. Expand your teaching techniques, practise teacher/student role playing, improve and perfect your language skills (accent, fluency, expressions, idioms, etc.). There are expert teachers able to teach at a very advanced level who will build on your existing teaching knowledge and experience.

Designed for language teachers who wish to master their use of the language in the classroom and teaching methodology. Expand your teaching techniques, practise teacher/student role playing, improve and perfect your language skills (accent, fluency, expressions, idioms, etc.). There are expert teachers able to teach at a very advanced level who will build on your existing teaching knowledge and experience.

Designed for language teachers who wish to master their use of the language in the classroom and teaching methodology. Expand your teaching techniques, practise teacher/student role playing, improve and perfect your language skills (accent, fluency, expressions, idioms, etc.). There are expert teachers able to teach at a very advanced level who will build on your existing teaching knowledge and experience. - Choose from 15, 20, 25, or 30 hours of one-to-one language lessons with your host teacher per week. - Full board accommodation in your teacher’s home.

Designed for language teachers who wish to master their use of the language in the classroom and teaching methodology. Expand your teaching techniques, practise teacher/student role playing, improve and perfect your language skills (accent, fluency, expressions, idioms, etc.). There are expert teachers able to teach at a very advanced level who will build on your existing teaching knowledge and experience.

Designed for language teachers who wish to master their use of the language in the classroom and teaching methodology. Expand your teaching techniques, practise teacher/student role playing, improve and perfect your language skills (accent, fluency, expressions, idioms, etc.). There are expert teachers able to teach at a very advanced level who will build on your existing teaching knowledge and experience. - Choose from 15, 20, 25, or 30 hours of one-to-one language lessons with your host teacher per week. - Full board accommodation in your teacher’s home.

Designed for language teachers who wish to master their use of the language in the classroom and teaching methodology. Expand your teaching techniques, practise teacher/student role playing, improve and perfect your language skills (accent, fluency, expressions, idioms, etc.). There are expert teachers able to teach at a very advanced level who will build on your existing teaching knowledge and experience.

Designed for language teachers who wish to master their use of the language in the classroom and teaching methodology. Expand your teaching techniques, practise teacher/student role playing, improve and perfect your language skills (accent, fluency, expressions, idioms, etc.). There are expert teachers able to teach at a very advanced level who will build on your existing teaching knowledge and experience.

Designed for language teachers who wish to master their use of the language in the classroom and teaching methodology. Expand your teaching techniques, practise teacher/student role playing, improve and perfect your language skills (accent, fluency, expressions, idioms, etc.). There are expert teachers able to teach at a very advanced level who will build on your existing teaching knowledge and experience.

Designed for language teachers who wish to master their use of the language in the classroom and teaching methodology. Expand your teaching techniques, practise teacher/student role playing, improve and perfect your language skills (accent, fluency, expressions, idioms, etc.). There are expert teachers able to teach at a very advanced level who will build on your existing teaching knowledge and experience. - Choose from 15, 20, 25, or 30 hours of one-to-one language lessons with your host teacher per week. - Full board accommodation in your teacher’s home.