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Continuing your career in English Language Teaching

Minimum of 1 year post-CELTA experience before Delta

CPDCourses

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Deltaqualification

Certificate in Educational

Management

Diploma in Educational

ManagementCELTA

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Educational establishment management

Authoring, training, development

Example careers include: HR, sales, training, marketing, other teaching &

education

Building your career around youWhen it comes to a career in teaching languages, International House London supports you all the way, from that first all-important teacher training certificate, to providing programmes that complement your experience and lead you towards achieving your teaching aspirations.Whether you want a short course that will provide you with new and exciting teaching techniques – such as CLIL – or you wish to expand your qualifications to include a Cambridge Delta, we have a range of programmes with flexible delivery methods to suit your study requirements.Of course, a teaching career can take you outside of the classroom, and we provide modular programmes that will help move your career into educational management at either certificate or diploma level. With online delivery, you will have the flexibility to fit studying in with your current schedule.With over 50 years’ experience in delivering cutting-edge Teacher Training programmes, we look forward to welcoming you to International House London.

David Carr Director, Teacher Training

47,000 teachers have

trained with us since 1962

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02 Introduction04 Course options06 B1/B2 courses08-14 C1/C2 courses16 Contact us

Why International House London? International House London is thelargest English language teacher training organisation in the UK. Since 1962, IH London has trained over 47,000 teachers of English. Our legacy is a network of trainers who have travelled the world, published leading text books and helped develop and shape the industry.

Today, IH London has joint ventureswith the British Council and CambridgeEnglish, and sends teachers allaround the world. As an educationalcharity, our main aim is to invest inyour future.

Our Continuing ProfessionalDevelopment (CPD) courses,Cambridge Delta and EducationalManagement programmes will helpyou reach your career goals as youprogress as a professional EFL teacherand manager.

First teaching position

Leave TEFL with transferable skills & experience


Course options

Delta

Cert IBET

Life in Britain

E-Moderating

Educational Management Certificate/Diploma

IH Practical Teacher

CLIL

Classroom Skills for Primary School Teachers

Language Development and Teaching Skills

Business Cultural Trainers Certificate

TKT:KAL

Current Trends Theory and Practice

TESOL Update

9:00–12:00Delivery

A fast track to professional recognition and new opportunities in teaching, school management and EFL publishing

Teachers who wish to acquire a good working knowledge and practical skills necessary for the effective teaching of English for Business

Experienced teachers who want to extend their understanding of contemporary everyday English with particular reference to Britain

Teachers and trainers who wish to develop their skills and awareness of how to teach online. Specifically recommended by Cambridge English for new CELTA Online tutors

Current teachers with an advanced level of English who want to explore current principles and practice for ELT

Teachers who have been out of the profession and wish to update their skills

A modular online course for those who need to develop their educational management skills in the workplace

Teachers of adults and older teenagers, who want to update their teaching and take new ideas back to their school and classroom

English teachers who are non-native speakers and who wish to explore some of the methodology underlying CLIL and to apply it to their own particular teaching context

Those who teach English to 5-10 year-olds as part of the general curriculum for primary schools. This course is designed for non-native speakers of English

Experienced teachers who wish to develop both language and teaching skills

Business English teachers, trainers or human resources professionals who need to research, design and deliver cross-cultural training courses to business customers

Subject teachers, English language teachers and classroom assistants who work in CLIL, or who want to gain language teaching skills for the classroom as preparation for the Delta

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The course was great and excellent value for money. I enjoyed all aspects of it and will recommend it to my colleagues. All the tutors were really helpful and had such a good knowledge of all areas.” Zoe Varcoe, Delta, UK

We offer a wide range of programmes for experienced teachers at different stages in their teaching career. You can see in the table below which course is the one for you, when it is running and how it is delivered. Further information is available online, and if you are not sure, contact us for further advice.

Test your level onlineYou can test your level online and check you meet the English level entry requirements.

www.testmylevel.com

Find out more about all our courses www.ihlondon.com/cpd

FCE: First Certificate in EnglishCAE: Cambridge English AdvancedCPE: Cambridge English Proficiency

Mornings Afternoons


My tutor is one of the most resourceful, dynamic, entertaining and efficient teachers I have ever met in any field. He was a constant inspiration not only because of the contents of the course, but especially because of how he taught.” Iva Plesingerova, Current Trends, Theory & Practice in ELT, Czech Republic

B1 & B2courses

TKT:KAL Teaching Knowledge TestKnowledge About Language

CLILContent and Language Integrated Learning

Classroom Skills for Primary School Teachers

Language Development and Teaching Skills

BCTC Business Cultural Trainers Certificate

10 weeks

What does the course involve?The course looks at the exam topics of lexis, phonology, grammar and discourse and provides a range of complete mock exams. You will be given resources to help continue your development after the course.

The course also includes a language clinic moderated by an online course tutor as well as online tutor support.

What are the course benefits?By the end of the course you will:• Be adequately prepared for the

TKT: KAL examination• Have increased your awareness of the

language systems of English: lexis, phonology, grammar and discourse

• Have a stronger awareness of learners’ language needs and a greater ability to respond

• Be better prepared to progress to advanced teaching qualifications such as the Delta, an MA in ELT or an MA in linguistics

For more information visit:www.ihlondon.com/tkt

2 weeks

What is CLIL? Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL) helps students at primary, secondary and tertiary level to learn English and gain knowledge of curricular subjects, by learning those subjects in English. CLIL integrates subject and language learning in the classroom in a total immersion style, without the need for extra lessons. CLIL is being widely introduced at all levels of education at schools and colleges worldwide.

What does the course involve?The tutors will work with course participants to produce a wide range of materials and activities which can be used as part of a CLIL curriculum. The course is suitable for teachers at primary, secondary and tertiary level.

What are the course benefits?• Developing students’ competence in

the language• Developing students’ knowledge of

the subject area• Teaching the functional and core

language necessary for the subject matter

• Allowing learners more contact with the target language in general

• Providing students with numerous opportunities for practising their oral communication skills

• Developing students’ knowledge of and interest in other cultures

• Allowing students to look at subjects from different perspectives

For more information visit: www.ihlondon.com/clil

2 weeks

What does the course involve?You will focus on methodology and techniques which allow you to implement your teaching plans more effectively. You’ll gain a deeper understanding of the following areas:• Effective use of classroom language• Effective classroom management

techniques• Exploiting materials and activities

(storytelling; games; songs)• Ways of introducing and practising

new language• Encouraging learner independence• Motivating primary school children• Maintaining discipline

What are the course benefits?By the end of the course, participants will have:• Developed and raised awareness of

methodology related to teaching primary school children

• Been introduced to a variety of practical teaching activities and materials

• Improved their classroom management skills

• Focused on issues relating to discipline and motivation

• Improved their language skills in relation to teaching primary school children

• Experienced a variety of media for teaching primary school children

For more information visit: www.ihlondon.com/skills

2 weeks

What does the course involve?This course gives you practical techniques for teaching English while also helping you to:• Clarify grammar• Develop fluency and pronunciation• Use classroom language and manage

classroom activities• Plan effective lessons for different

types of learner• Learn techniques for introducing new

language• Use different media resources

What are the course benefits?• Improve your competence in English• Explore the key principles of English

language teaching• Experiment with classroom

techniques

For more information visit: www.ihlondon.com/dev

3 days

What does the course involve?The programme will show you how to:• Apply key theories of cultural training• Research and design a country profile• Prepare a cultural training

programme• Identify selling points to market

programmes• Deliver a one-day cultural training

course to others

What are the course benefits?This intensive course will help you:• Discover what you can offer business

customers as a cultural trainer• Learn cultural activities you can use in

language training• Learn specialised training tips for use

in the corporate sector• Develop a new career opportunity

For more information visit: www.ihlondon.com/bctc

You may be eligible for Comenius

funding on our CPD courses

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The classes were lively and interactive. We had a great environment in class and integrated well with our classmates. I will definitely recommend it.” Rachel Delphim de Oliveira, Life in Britain, Brazil

TESOL UpdatePost-training language development course

Life in Britain Bringing culture to the classroom

E-Moderating

4 weeks

What does the course involve?You will gain a deeper understanding of the methodology used in the following types of lessons:• Language from a text• Task-Teach-Task/Test-Teach-Test• TBL• PPP/Situational presentation

You will analyse the following language areas:• Lexis• Teaching Phrasal verbs• Time, Tense and Aspect• Dealing with Phonology• Modality• Written and Spoken Discourse• Futurity• Functions• Determiners• Sentence structure

You will also have the opportunity to use and adapt a range of coursebooks and practise designing your own materials.

What are the course benefits?By the end of the course you will have:• Enhanced your own language

awareness• Developed an awareness and

understanding of different approaches to dealing with language

• Developed an ability to anticipate problems and solutions with language

• Improved your lesson planning skills

For more information visit: www.ihlondon.com/update

2 weeks

What does the course involve?You will explore the language, literature and contemporary culture of modern Britain and other English speaking countries. This course includes several guided visits.

What are the course benefits?This course gives you practical techniques for teaching English.

By the end of the course you will have: • Gained greater awareness of

contemporary issues in British life and culture

• Examined a number of issues of specific interest to you

• Become more confident in sourcing and adapting up-to-date authentic materials for use in your own classes

• Become more able to respond to your students’ questions about all things British

For more information visit: www.ihlondon.com/life

4 weeks

What does the course involve?E-Moderating is taught entirely online over four weeks with approximately ten hours study each week. The course is accessed through IH London’s learning management system and combines private study, collaborative discussion tasks and live classrooms. To complete the course you are required to complete a series of individual and group tasks as well as pass three assessed tasks based on the following:

Introduction and orientationYou will get to know one another then focus on the nature of online learning and fostering an online community.

Supporting online learnersYou will look at how learners develop online, compare common online learner profiles and learn how to identify and support learners in difficulty.

C1 & C2courses

Managing discussion forumsYou will learn how to set up a discussion forum, design a discussion forum task, respond to learner posts as well as summarize and close a discussion. You will look at some real examples from the CELTA Online.

Managing live classroomsYou will learn how to use a live classroom, such as that used on the CELTA Online, firstly as a student and then as a moderator. You will learn how to troubleshoot common problems. Finally you will run your own session and reflect on the experience.

What are the course benefits?By the end of the course you will have a basic awareness of the key aspects of supporting online learners and developing an online community. You will have developed basic E-Moderating skills enabling you to function as an online tutor.

For more information visit: www.ihlondon.com/emod

OnlineFace to face Face to face

Find out more about all our courses www.ihlondon.com/cpd


Exceptional teaching staff. Invaluable content. There really is so much to take away and use.”Patricia Murphy

C1 & C2coursescontinued

Current Trends – Theory and Practice

IH Practical Teacher

2 weeks

What does the course involve?Gain a deeper understanding of the methodology of English language teaching (ELT) and learn practical techniques through: • Task-based learning • The Lexical Approach• Syllabus design• Teaching large/mixed ability groups• Testing and examinations• Technology and language teaching

What are the course benefits?• Develop your ability to critically

examine current ELT principles• Learn to evaluate current trends in

context with your own teaching• Acquire a range of practical teaching

ideas and materials

For more information visit: www.ihlondon.com/trends

2 weeks

What does the course involve?Develop your classroom teaching skills and learn practical techniques and approaches for teaching English as a second language. The course focuses on:• Activities for listening, speaking,

reading and writing• Technology in language learning• Using songs, games and videos• Activities for teaching pronunciation• Teaching using a task-based learning

approach• Preparing students for examinations

What are the course benefits?Learn to use new teaching techniques, adapt materials for different environments and build your confidence in the classroom.

For more information visit: www.ihlondon.com/practical

Cert IBET Certificate of International Business English Training

2 weeks

What does the course involve?Morning and afternoon study sessions, both theoretical and practical, designed to give you a good working knowledge of best practice in teaching English for international business, along with useful classroom skills.

You will focus on the following core modules:• Definition of business English;

characteristics and expectations of business learners

• Concepts and language in a business context

• Needs analysis and research• Course and syllabus design• Materials and resources, including

web-based resources• Approaches, methods and

techniques: lexical learning, role-play and case studies, learner training

• Internationalism and culture• Teaching oral business

communication skills: socialising, meetings, negotiations, telephoning and presentations

• Teaching business reading and writing skills: correspondence, memos and reports

• Evaluation and assessment: evaluating programme aims; managing feedback; business English exams

• Professional development and employment

Cert IBET is an internationally

recognised qualification

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What are the course benefits?By the end of the course, participants will have:• Acquired the necessary knowledge to

submit their assignment for the Cert IBET international qualification

• Gained familiarity with current best practice in teaching business English to groups and one-to-one

• Learnt how to adapt their professional approach to the needs of corporate and individual clients

• Developed a greater understanding of communication in the business world

For more information visit: www.ihlondon.com/ibet


The Delta is the highest ELT teaching qualification in the world.”Matthew Brigham, The Guardian

Delta The Cambridge Diploma in English Language Teaching to Adults

Delta is designed for experienced English language teachers who would like to improve their existing skills and develop new techniques to progress their career.The Delta qualification is a balance of theory and practice that will enhance your understanding of the English language, while examining in depth the principles of effective teaching and the practical skills required for teaching English.Our Cambridge Delta is accredited by the Qualifications and Curriculum Authority (QCA) at level 7 on the National Qualifications Framework.

What does the course involve?Delta is modular and comprises three modules each separately certificated by Cambridge English. You can choose to take each one as a stand-alone course or complete all three modules to get full Delta certification and an overall Delta diploma. The modules will cover all elements of Cambridge English Delta assessment units.

What are the course benefits?Module 1: Understanding language, methodology and resources for teaching

You should consider this module if you want to:• Extend your background knowledge

and understanding of language, methodology and teaching resources

• Accredit prior learning and knowledge gained through teaching and experience

Module 2: Developing Professional Practice

You should consider this module if you want to:• Develop professionally by focusing on

your own classroom practice • Deepen your understanding of

language, skills and principles underlying different methodologies and approaches

• Acquire more practical experience if you already have an MA in ELT/ESOL/Applied Linguistics

Face to face Orientation courseFor the Distance Delta Integrated Programme and Distance Delta Module 2 course there is a two week face to face Orientation course. This is held in different locations around the world, including IH London.

Module 3: Extending practice and English language teaching specialisation

You should consider this module if:• Your current teaching reflects an

area of specialisation but you do not currently hold a qualification in it

• You would like to extend your knowledge into a new specialist area where you have no experience

• You already have a Delta or equivalent but want to further your career development through a specialism

Full time Delta

Integrated Delta

Module 1 only

Module 2 only

Module 2 onlyFace to face

Module 3 only

Blended Delta

Orientation Module 1 Module 2 Module 3 Total duration

Programme

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Face to face

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Online

Online

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• You have a certificate for one Module 3 specialism but wish to certify for more specialisms

You can choose one of the following:- Business English- Younger Learners- English for Specific Purposes- English for Academic Purposes- ESOL- Content and Language Integrated

Learning- Exam Classes- One-to-One- Monolingual Classes- Multilingual Classes- Teaching in an English-speaking

Environment or Teaching in a Non-English-speaking Environment

- Teaching Learners Online- Learners with Special Requirements- Language Development for Teachers- Language Support - ELT Management

Entry requirements• Minimum age is 21• You should normally have an initial

teacher training certificate in English and a good academic background

• A minimum of one years’ full-time (600 hours) English language teaching to adults; teaching at a wide range of levels and in different contexts

• For the six-week Module 2 course, you should normally have already completed Delta Module 1

Apply now to study laterYou can apply for a Delta course at any time and, if offered a place, the offer is valid for up to a year after the date of acceptance.

Your workloadDelta courses include a substantial amount of work outside of timetabled hours. This mostly consists of lesson preparation and written assignments.

Blended Learning DeltaYou can combine Distance Delta Modules 1 and 3 online with a full-time face to face Module 2 course studying at IH London.

What is a Delta?www.ihlondon.com/delta


Exceptional, all tutors are helpful, knowledgeable and enthusiastic. I never felt like I didn’t have enough support and always felt that more was available should I want it.”

The Diploma is credit bearing at Aston University

Certificate and Diploma in Educational Management

Who should take these courses?You will have a minimum of five years’ teaching experience, preferably in an ELT context. You should also have access to an ELT institution for information gathering and research. Previous academic management experience is not a prerequisite.

Certificate: what are the course benefits?By the end of the certificate you will:• Have had the opportunity to network

and share ideas and best practice with management colleagues worldwide

• Have developed your skills in line managing teachers

• Have an appreciation of how to conduct effective observations

• Understand the principles behind setting up in-service training

• Have a range of practical tools at your disposal

Diploma: what are the course benefits?By the end of the Diploma you will:• Have a clear understanding of more

strategic aspects of educational management

• Be equipped to function at a senior management level within your organisation

• Have a range of practical tools to enable you to implement successful change programmes, both educational and non-educational

• Have undertaken research on a specific aspect of your organisation’s operations and made recommendations on this

• Each module lasts eight weeks and demands 4-6 hours work per week

Certificate in ELT Management Skills – course outline

Orientation ModuleOrientation to the Platform

Topics coveredThis 4–6 hour module orients you to the platform we will be using (Moodle). It also introduces you to your colleagues, your tutor, and the broad topic of management.

Module OneEducational Management – an Overview

Topics coveredThis module looks at broad areas which newer managers often find challenging, such as time management, dealing with difficult people, staff timetabling and performance management, among others.

Module Two Observation and Giving Feedback

Topics coveredThis module considers the role and practice of observation in your organisation. It discusses introducing observation and developing existing systems, and looks at delivering oral and written feedback to teachers.

Module ThreeSetting Up INSETT

Topics coveredThis module looks at training and development needs and expectations from both staff and management perspectives. It explores different types of training provision and how best to evaluate these.

Diploma in ELT Management Skills – course outline

Orientation ModuleOrientation to the Platform

Topics coveredThis 4–6 hour module orients you to the platform we will be using (Moodle). It also introduces you to your colleagues, your tutor, and the broad topic of management.

Module OneManaging Change

Topics coveredThis module looks at the different types of change and change drivers. It discusses the timing of change, the different responses to change, and considers leadership and change and how to avoid failure in change programmes.

Module Two Effective Communication

Topics coveredThis module looks at different aspects of organisational communication, including appraisals and meetings as well as one-to-one communication. It explores role definitions and role signs, and analyses what makes communication effective.

Module ThreeManaging Customer Service

Topics coveredThis module looks at setting and improving customer service standards, and how to encourage both customers and employees to play an active role in this process. It considers parallel and generic benchmarking as a tool for setting service standards.

Module FourBusiness Management

Topics coveredThis module explores the topics of marketing and finance. It discusses the marketing mix and product life cycles, and considers competitor analysis in some detail. The finance section focuses on the areas of budgeting and presenting a business case.

Extended Assignment

Topics coveredThis shorter module covers research methodology and definition of an assignment topic set by the participant and refined in discussion with their tutor. The final 3,500 word assignment researches and evaluates a topic which is context-relevant to the participant and their organisation.


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