Centre for English Language TeachingCardiff, Wales
Location: Centre for English Language Teaching (CELT) Cardiff is located in the unique Welsh capital city of Cardiff. The school is a short 5-minute walk from the city centre and all of its many attractions. Within walking distance, there are restaurants, shops, links to public transport and attractions such as Cardiff Castle, Bute Park, the Capitol Shopping Centre, the National Museum of Cardiff and much more.
Getting around: The school's city centre location is a great area for walking around, with many attractions and sites of interest nearby. Trains around the city and further afield can be taken from the Cardiff Queen Street train station, which is within a 10-minute walk of the school's front doors.
Course selection: CELT Cardiff offers courses suitable for students of all levels.
English Courses
Course description
The school's most popular course is General English, where students learn and review new grammar and vocabulary using up-to-date coursebooks and materials. Students also develop the key skill areas of speaking, listening, reading and writing through a teaching approach based on improving communicative abilities.
With small class sizes, students at CELT can be sure of receiving tuition which is suited to their individual needs. On top of this, long-term students (8+ weeks enrolment) also receive personal tutorials with their teacher on a termly basis to ensure students are kept informed about their progress and establish clear learning goals.
General English is available as a 15-hour per week course (Standard) in the mornings, or add on the afternoons to make a 23-hour per week course (Intensive).
Course objectives
- Improve your core English grammar and vocabulary
- Practice the 4 key skills of reading, writing, speaking and listening
- Focus on communicative abilities
- Develop skills for independent further study
After taking this course, you will: - Have more confidence when speaking and writing in English in everyday situations
- Improve your ability to understand people speaking English with different accents
- Become more comfortable reading and listening to materials published in English
Course description
The school's most popular course is General English, where students learn and review new grammar and vocabulary using up-to-date coursebooks and materials. Students also develop the key skill areas of speaking, listening, reading and writing through a teaching approach based on improving communicative abilities.
With small class sizes, students at CELT can be sure of receiving tuition which is suited to their individual needs. On top of this, long-term students (8+ weeks enrolment) also receive personal tutorials with their teacher on a termly basis to ensure students are kept informed about their progress and establish clear learning goals.
General English is available as a 15-hour per week course (Standard) in the mornings, or add on the afternoons to make a 23-hour per week course (Intensive).
Course objectives
- Improve your core English grammar and vocabulary
- Practice the 4 key skills of reading, writing, speaking and listening
- Focus on communicative abilities
- Develop skills for independent further study
After taking this course, you will: - Have more confidence when speaking and writing in English in everyday situations
- Improve your ability to understand people speaking English with different accents
- Become more comfortable reading and listening to materials published in English
This course includes 15 group lessons and 8 private lessons per week.
Course description
Executive English is a flexible course which enables students to choose which areas they would like to focus on during their private afternoon classes such as giving presentations, meetings, negotiating, telephone conversations, social English, etc.
This is a combination programme of 15 hours per week of General English in small classes and a choice 8 hours of Business English per week on a one-to-one basis.
Course objectives
- Improve your core English skills whether for work, study or pleasure
- Develop the 4 key skills of reading, writing, speaking and listening
- Focus on specific linguistic areas according to your needs
After taking this course, you will: - Gain confidence when speaking and writing in English
- Have a better understanding of people speaking English
- Improve ability to to read and listen to materials published in English
- Be more adept in the linguistic areas chosen on the course
Course description
The afternoon courses are aimed at students who are looking to learn English on a part-time basis, enabling learners who are employed or study at a tertiary educational institution to improve their language level. Classes normally take place on 4 afternoons per week, from Monday to Thursday.
Course objectives
- To develop and improve your core English skills whether for work, study or pleasure
- Improve skills for independent further study
What can you expect? - To focus on the 4 key skills of reading, writing, speaking and listening
- Practice spoken accuracy and pronunciation
After taking this course, you will: - Have more confidence when speaking and writing in English in everyday situations
- Be more able to understand people speaking English with different accents
- Improve your ability to read and listen to materials published in English
Course description
The afternoon courses are aimed at students who are looking to learn English on a part-time basis, enabling learners who are employed or study at a tertiary educational institution to improve their language level. Classes normally take place on 4 afternoons per week, from Monday to Thursday.
Course objectives
- To develop and improve your core English skills whether for work, study or pleasure
- Improve skills for independent further study
What can you expect? - To focus on the 4 key skills of reading, writing, speaking and listening
- Practice spoken accuracy and pronunciation
After taking this course, you will: - Have more confidence when speaking and writing in English in everyday situations
- Be more able to understand people speaking English with different accents
- Improve your ability to read and listen to materials published in English
Course description
The afternoon courses are aimed at students who are looking to learn English on a part-time basis, enabling learners who are employed or study at a tertiary educational institution to improve their language level. Classes normally take place on 4 afternoons per week, from Monday to Thursday.
Course objectives
- To develop and improve your core English skills whether for work, study or pleasure
- Improve skills for independent further study
What can you expect? - To focus on the 4 key skills of reading, writing, speaking and listening
- Practice spoken accuracy and pronunciation
After taking this course, you will: - Have more confidence when speaking and writing in English in everyday situations
- Be more able to understand people speaking English with different accents
- Improve your ability to read and listen to materials published in English
Course description
The afternoon courses are aimed at students who are looking to learn English on a part-time basis, enabling learners who are employed or study at a tertiary educational institution to improve their language level. Classes normally take place on 4 afternoons per week, from Monday to Thursday.
Course objectives
- To develop and improve your core English skills whether for work, study or pleasure
- Improve skills for independent further study
What can you expect? - To focus on the 4 key skills of reading, writing, speaking and listening
- Practice spoken accuracy and pronunciation
After taking this course, you will: - Have more confidence when speaking and writing in English in everyday situations
- Be more able to understand people speaking English with different accents
- Improve your ability to read and listen to materials published in English
Course description
This course is designed for both teenagers (minimum age 13) and adults who have already started to learn English and want to improve their command of the language, while also enjoying an exciting programme of visits and activities.
The cost of the 4 afternoon and 1 evening activities plus the weekly Saturday excursion (including any entrance fees for activities offered by CELT) are included in the course fees.
Course objectives
- To improve your communicative abilities in English
- To expand upon your core English skills
- To develop skills for independent further study
After taking this course, you will: - Be more confident when speaking and writing in English in everyday situations
- Be more able to understand people speaking English with different accents
- Be more able to read and listen to materials published in English
Course description
English for Doctors: Advanced Communication Skills develops the English language medical skills that doctors need to provide an outstanding level of practice and care in English. It is specially designed for international doctors wanting to work in an English-speaking environment.
The course is recommended for doctors who want or need to develop their medical English skills before they begin OET exam preparation.
Course objectives
- Develop your understanding of the vital areas of medical practice including patient admission, discussing a diagnosis and end-of-life care (13 topics in total)
- Increase the skills needed to build strong relationships with patients and colleagues
- Increase familiarity with the medical language skills found in OET
After taking this course, you will: - Be more familiar with medical language skills from studying vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation focus points
- Be better prepared to start an OET preparation course
- Gain 80 CPD Points and a CPD-stamped Certificate with details of the course level and content. The course is accredited by the CPD Standards Office
Course description
English for Nurses develops the medical and everyday English that nurses need to communicate effectively in all situations at work. It is specially designed for international nurses wanting to work in an English-speaking environment.
This course is ideal if you want to take the OET exam but need to improve your medical English first. It was written by Virginia Allum, an OET and English for Healthcare expert.
Course objectives
- Develop your understanding in English of medical topics including discussing pain, infection control and administering medications (10 topics in total)
- Increase your knowledge of key medical terminology
- Increase familiarity with the medical language skills found in OET
After taking this course, you will: - Be more familiar with medical language skills from studying vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation focus points
- Be closer to the level required to start an OET preparation course
- Gain 80 CPD Points or Hours, which can count towards an international nurse’s revalidation. The course is accredited by the CPD Standards Office
Course description
This course is designed for both teenagers (minimum age 13) and adults who have already started to learn English and want to improve their command of the language, while also enjoying an exciting programme of visits and activities.
The cost of the 4 afternoon and 1 evening activities plus the weekly Saturday excursion (including any entrance fees for activities offered by CELT) are included in the course fees.
Course objectives
- To improve your communicative abilities in English
- To expand upon your core English skills
- To develop skills for independent further study
After taking this course, you will: - Be more confident when speaking and writing in English in everyday situations
- Be more able to understand people speaking English with different accents
- Be more able to read and listen to materials published in English
Course description
The school's most popular course is General English, where students learn and review new grammar and vocabulary using up-to-date coursebooks and materials. Students also develop the key skill areas of speaking, listening, reading and writing through a teaching approach based on improving communicative abilities.
With small class sizes, students at CELT can be sure of receiving tuition which is suited to their individual needs.
Course objectives
- Improve your core English grammar and vocabulary
- Practice the 4 key skills of reading, writing, speaking and listening
- Focus on communicative abilities
- Develop skills for independent further study
After taking this course, you will: - Have more confidence when speaking and writing in English in everyday situations
- Improve your ability to understand people speaking English with different accents
- Become more comfortable reading and listening to materials published in English
Course description
The International English Language Testing System (IELTS) is the world’s most popular English language test for studying in higher education. It is recognised by many educational institutions, employers, and government immigration agencies as proof of your ability to communicate in English.
The IELTS Course develops the linguistic skills and examination strategies necessary for success by balancing the focus between the reading, writing, listening, and speaking components. You will be given regular assignments and practice tests to become familiar with the exam format. At CELT, they are proud of their proven track-record in helping students reach their individual IELTS targets.
Before you begin your IELTS Course, you will be tested to assess your level of English. All students must be B1+ to join this programme of study.
Course objectives
- Improve your reading, writing, listening and speaking skills
- Prepare for IELTS by learning the necessary exam strategies
- Become familiar with the exam format and requirements
After taking this course, you will: - Better understand the requirements and strategies of each part of the IELTS test
- Have improved your speaking, listening, reading and writing skills
Course description
This course is intended for students who require a personalised programme of study. The number of tuition hours per week and course length are based on your specific needs.
Course objectives
- Improve your core English skills whether for work, study or pleasure
- Develop the 4 key skills of reading, writing, speaking and listening
- Focus on specific linguistic areas according to your needs
After taking this course, you will: - Have more confidence when speaking and writing in English
- Improve your ability to understand people speaking English
- Improve proficiency to to read and listen to materials published in English
- Be more adept in the linguistic areas chosen on the course
Course description
This course is intended for students who require a personalised programme of study. The number of tuition hours per week and course length are based on your specific needs.
Course objectives
- Improve your core English skills whether for work, study or pleasure
- Develop the 4 key skills of reading, writing, speaking and listening
- Focus on specific linguistic areas according to your needs
After taking this course, you will: - Have more confidence when speaking and writing in English
- Improve your ability to understand people speaking English
- Improve proficiency to to read and listen to materials published in English
- Be more adept in the linguistic areas chosen on the course
This course includes 15 general English lessons and 8 exam preparation lessons per week.
Course description
All Cambridge English exams examine all areas of language ability and develop the skills to make the most of studying, working and living English-speaking countries. They are widely accepted internationally as proof of high-level achievement in learning English by educational institutions, businesses and government departments around the world.
At CELT, the Cambridge exam courses develop the linguistic skills and examination strategies necessary for success by balancing the focus between the reading and use of English, writing, listening, and speaking components. You will be given regular assignments and practice tests to become familiar with the exam format.
This is a combination programme of 15 hours per week of General English in small classes and a choice of 8 hours of Cambridge Exam Preparation per week on a one-to-one basis.
Course objectives
- Improve your reading, writing, listening and speaking skills
- Prepare for the exam by learning the necessary strategies
- Become familiar with the exam format and requirements
After taking this course, you will: - Better understand the requirements and strategies of each part of the Cambridge English exams
- Have improved your speaking, listening, reading and writing skills.
This course includes 15 general English lessons and 8 exam preparation lessons per week.
Course description
All Cambridge English exams examine all areas of language ability and develop the skills to make the most of studying, working and living English-speaking countries. They are widely accepted internationally as proof of high-level achievement in learning English by educational institutions, businesses and government departments around the world.
At CELT, the Cambridge exam courses develop the linguistic skills and examination strategies necessary for success by balancing the focus between the reading and use of English, writing, listening, and speaking components. You will be given regular assignments and practice tests to become familiar with the exam format.
This is a combination programme of 15 hours per week of General English in small classes and a choice of 8 hours of Cambridge Exam Preparation per week on a one-to-one basis.
Course objectives
- Improve your reading, writing, listening and speaking skills
- Prepare for the exam by learning the necessary strategies
- Become familiar with the exam format and requirements
After taking this course, you will: - Better understand the requirements and strategies of each part of the Cambridge English exams
- Have improved your speaking, listening, reading and writing skills.
This course includes 15 general English lessons and 8 exam preparation lessons per week.
Course description
All Cambridge English exams examine all areas of language ability and develop the skills to make the most of studying, working and living English-speaking countries. They are widely accepted internationally as proof of high-level achievement in learning English by educational institutions, businesses and government departments around the world.
At CELT, the Cambridge exam courses develop the linguistic skills and examination strategies necessary for success by balancing the focus between the reading and use of English, writing, listening, and speaking components. You will be given regular assignments and practice tests to become familiar with the exam format.
This is a combination programme of 15 hours per week of General English in small classes and a choice of 8 hours of Cambridge Exam Preparation per week on a one-to-one basis.
Course objectives
- Improve your reading, writing, listening and speaking skills
- Prepare for the exam by learning the necessary strategies
- Become familiar with the exam format and requirements
After taking this course, you will: - Better understand the requirements and strategies of each part of the Cambridge English exams
- Have improved your speaking, listening, reading and writing skills.
This course includes 15 general English lessons and 8 exam preparation lessons per week.
Course description
All Cambridge English exams examine all areas of language ability and develop the skills to make the most of studying, working and living English-speaking countries. They are widely accepted internationally as proof of high-level achievement in learning English by educational institutions, businesses and government departments around the world.
At CELT, the Cambridge exam courses develop the linguistic skills and examination strategies necessary for success by balancing the focus between the reading and use of English, writing, listening, and speaking components. You will be given regular assignments and practice tests to become familiar with the exam format.
This is a combination programme of 15 hours per week of General English in small classes and a choice of 8 hours of Cambridge Exam Preparation per week on a one-to-one basis.
Course objectives
- Improve your reading, writing, listening and speaking skills
- Prepare for the exam by learning the necessary strategies
- Become familiar with the exam format and requirements
After taking this course, you will: - Better understand the requirements and strategies of each part of the Cambridge English exams
- Have improved your speaking, listening, reading and writing skills.
This course includes 15 general English lessons and 8 exam preparation lessons per week.
Course description
All Cambridge English exams examine all areas of language ability and develop the skills to make the most of studying, working and living English-speaking countries. They are widely accepted internationally as proof of high-level achievement in learning English by educational institutions, businesses and government departments around the world.
At CELT, the Cambridge exam courses develop the linguistic skills and examination strategies necessary for success by balancing the focus between the reading and use of English, writing, listening, and speaking components. You will be given regular assignments and practice tests to become familiar with the exam format.
This is a combination programme of 15 hours per week of General English in small classes and a choice of 8 hours of Cambridge Exam Preparation per week on a one-to-one basis.
Course objectives
- Improve your reading, writing, listening and speaking skills
- Prepare for the exam by learning the necessary strategies
- Become familiar with the exam format and requirements
After taking this course, you will: - Better understand the requirements and strategies of each part of the Cambridge English exams
- Have improved your speaking, listening, reading and writing skills.
This course includes 15 general English lessons and 8 exam preparation lessons per week.
Course description
The International English Language Testing System (IELTS) is the world’s most popular English language test for studying in higher education. It is recognised by many educational institutions, employers, and government immigration agencies as proof of your ability to communicate in English.
The IELTS Course develops the linguistic skills and examination strategies necessary for success by balancing the focus between the reading, writing, listening, and speaking components. You will be given regular assignments and practice tests to become familiar with the exam format. At CELT, they are proud of their proven track-record in helping students reach their individual IELTS targets.
Before you begin your IELTS Course, you will be tested to assess your level of English. All students must be B1+ to join this programme of study.
Course objectives
- Improve your reading, writing, listening and speaking skills
- Prepare for IELTS by learning the necessary exam strategies
- Become familiar with the exam format and requirements
After taking this course, you will: - Better understand the requirements and strategies of each part of the IELTS test
- Have improved your speaking, listening, reading and writing skills
Course description
This face-to -face OET classroom option is suitable for nurses and doctors who would like an overview of the test strategies and techniques needed for success in all parts of the OET (listening, reading, writing and speaking) and who need help to increase their chances of test success.
This is an intensive, one-week, classroom-based group course of 23 hours led by one of the school's OET trained tutors, which takes place at the school in Cardiff. Designed for test ready candidates who already have the right language level to take OET (B2), the course reviews the strategies required for success in all 4 OET sub-tests, listening, reading, writing and speaking. By working in small groups of healthcare professionals under the supervision of a trained OET specialist, you will quickly gain confidence and understanding of the test and the areas you need to develop for test success.
Course objectives
- Develop your language confidence and proficiency for the OET exam
- Increase understanding of the format of each of the four parts of the OET (listening, reading, writing and speaking)
- Provide help in using proven test techniques to maximise your score
After taking this course, you will: - Be more confident in your understanding of the four parts of the OET Nursing or Medical Paper
- Be more aware of the test strategies needed for test day success
- Have experience of taking practice tests which will benefit you on test day
Course description
This practical CLIL course is suitable for teachers of academic subjects in English. The course develops your language confidence and proficiency and examines CLIL methodology and terminology and how these relate to your teaching context, syllabus design, classroom activities and assessment.
This is a combination programme of 15 hours per week of language development in our General English classes (mornings) and 8 hours of methodology and cultural visits in a closed group (afternoons).
The course is very practical and provides you with ideas and materials you can use as soon as you get back home. It will help you to:
- Keep up-to-date with trends in CLIL
- Expand your own portfolio of CLIL-specific classroom techniques and activities
- Increase your own confidence, fluency and use of English.
- Develop your understanding of culture in the UK, including Wales.
- Reflect on your own professional teaching and teaching context.
- Network with teachers from different nationalities and teaching contexts.
Course objectives - To develop your own language confidence and proficiency including subject specific vocabulary
- To develop your understanding of CLIL methodology and terminology
- To relate the main principles of CLIL to your own teaching context, syllabus design, classroom activities and assessment
After taking this course, you will: - Be more confident in your own language use
- Be more aware of the key ideas and terms which are common in CLIL
- Be more versatile in your development of CLIL courses and the use of classroom activities and assessment/tests
Course description
This highly practical teacher refresher course is suitable for teachers of English working in secondary and adult education. The course develops your language confidence and proficiency and explores a wide range of classroom techniques and activities.
This is a combination programme of 15 hours per week of language development in our General English classes (mornings) and 8 hours of methodology and cultural visits in a closed group (afternoons).
The course is very practical and provides you with ideas and materials you can use as soon as you get back home. It will help you to:
- Keep up-to-date with trends in English language teaching
- Expand your own portfolio of classroom techniques and activities
- Increase your own confidence, fluency and use of English.
- Develop your understanding of culture in the UK, including Wales.
- Reflect on your own professional teaching and teaching context.
- Network with teachers from different nationalities and teaching contexts
Course objectives - To develop your own language confidence and proficiency
- To work with a range of published English language teaching and authentic materials and understood how to maximise their use in your own teaching
- To experience and explore a wide range of practical classroom techniques and activities which you can take home for use in your own lessons
- To improve your communicative abilities in English
- To expand upon your core English skills
- To develop skills for independent further study
After taking this course, you will: - Be more confident in your own language use
- Be more aware of materials and activities which can be used with your students
- Be more versatile in your use of a range of modern and engaging classroom activities
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FAQ about Centre for English Language Teaching, Cardiff
- What is the number of students per class at Centre for English Language Teaching?Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Centre for English Language Teaching varies from 1 students (Online Individual Course) to 15 students (English for Young Learners)
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