Reviews of CELT Athens

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Description

A Top TEFL teacher training centre in Europe, offering DELTA and CELTA courses for more than 25 years with a 100% track record of success. With more than 3000 trainees trained so far, we are amongst the first to introduce online attendance options. We are pioneers in teaching and training online and in technology enhanced instruction. The centre was established in 1989 as CELT and later, in 1993, as CELT Athens. We are fully dedicated to the pursuit of excellence in teaching and training teachers of English, looking to improve the state of foreign language education locally as well as internationally.

Courses

Course Types

Combined TEFL Courses
On-site TEFL Courses
Online TEFL Courses

Course Lengths

Mini Courses (<30 hours)
Standard (120-140 hours)
Long Courses (150+ hours)

Certifications

Cambridge CELTA
Cambridge DELTA

Additional Features

Online Practicum
Part-Time Study
Training for Non-Native Speakers

Specialist Courses

Advanced Methodology
Grammar
Leadership & Management
Teaching Online
Teaching Young Learners
Trainer Training

Locations

Greece

Athens

CELT Athens has received 15 student reviews and has an overall rating of 4.71 out of 5 stars based on the following criteria.

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15 reviews of CELT Athens

Review 10 of 15 CELT Athens

Written by Kate Varelas on September 3, 2014 3:38 am
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Before starting my CELTA I had read so many reviews and articles that it took me 4 years to finally considering doing it. I must say that it’s the best thing I have ever done regarding my education. I would have never finished it if it hadn’t been for CELT ATHENS’ s support and guidance. With great teacher trainers (which are now my gurus) and a great environment from people all over the world I now have completed my course together with an unforgettable experience. What are my future objectives? Go for my DELTA at CELT ATHENS! I just wouldn’t do it anywhere else! Thank you for everything CELT ATHENS, I am indebted to you!

Review 9 of 15 CELT Athens

Written by Tina Kyriakou on June 3, 2014 5:09 am
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To anybody considering the Celta course, I would say just go for it!

For people deterred by the fees or commitment, I wasted a lot of time and money doing some cheaper & less effective training courses (online and in class),which lacked crucial elements such as the observed teaching practice. Both for new teachers and prospective employers, the observed teaching is a must and is really where you will gain the most understanding of your strengths and weaknesses as a teacher.

I finally attended the intensive 4 week course in August last year and I am so happy I did. The tutors and indeed the whole staff were friendly and supportive and I liked the fact that different tutors meant you were exposed to different teaching styles and thus got the maximum benefit. Also you were given access to a vast majority of materials, both hard copy and digital, and the guidelines for the assignments were very clear.

A year later there is no doubt that I have improved as a teacher due to taking the Celta and employers certainly respect individuals who hold this degree. I feel that it has given me an advantage in Greece’s market and if you are considering teaching abroad, it’s a definite must.

I would recommend Celt Athens to anyone, they are a passionate group of teachers!

p.s. I have not rated the job placement services as I haven’t used this at all, but they are happy to provide references which can be invaluable especially if you have no prior working experience.

Review 8 of 15 CELT Athens

Written by Pericles Hatzikyriakides on February 4, 2014 5:58 pm
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A few weeks back i finished my CELTA course at CELT Athens. Little or no was the experience i had before i enrolled in this course. Regardless this fact though, the guidance i received throughout the course was so consistent that made feel as safe as possible.

There is a vast amount of resources available to the trainees, that they can always consult in order to plan their lessons, write their assignments and also if they want to do some extra studuying in order to improve their knowledge.

The tutors and the rest of the staff that work there are very professional and always willing to assist you with whatever you need.

I would definitely recommend CELT Athens to anyone who is considering to do a CELTA course.

Review 7 of 15 CELT Athens

Written by Kelly Marie Stockton on September 13, 2012 5:59 am
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After completing the 4-week intensive CELTA course in August 2012 at the CELT school in Athens, I can honestly say I had a truly rewarding and an amazing experience.

The course tutors were exceptional in both teaching knowledge and motivational skills. They made the atmosphere of the school a friendly and inviting place to be, even when times were ‘challenging’.

If you want to be inspired, challenged and then rewarded the CELT school is the place to do your courses. I am looking forward to returning there in the future to complete the DELTA.

Review 6 of 15 CELT Athens

Written by Toula Sklavou on February 3, 2011 6:29 pm
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I am currently a Delta trainee at CELT and I have attended the methodology course there in the past. I have found the whole experience invaluable. The comprehensive library, plus the wiki offering not only the endless resources but also the live videos, the pod casts and the past assignments which have given me a real guidance throughout the course. Although I have done an MA in translation studies and have attended hundreds of seminars on teaching, these courses have made and are making a big difference in my everyday teaching. Marisa’s blog and PLN have inspired me and encouraged me to communicate with other teachers around the world and learned to be open to new challenges and move away from the traditional ways of teaching!

Review 5 of 15 CELT Athens

Written by Sharon Noseley on January 26, 2011 5:28 am
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I am currently attending CELT, in order to obtain a DELTA. What can i say that hasn’t already been said above! I will comment from a personal view, through the eyes of a native speaker who thought she could make money in Greece just because she can speak English. Since starting my course with Marissa Constantinides, I will always carry the burden of guilt that I had no idea what teaching was! I should seek out all my ex students and apologise! Due to my tutor’s valuable, critical but supportive advice I am now more confident in myself as a person and thus as a teacher. I am developing my skills, and becoming a better teacher. I reflect on what I do and why I do it. I can evaluate my situation and improve myself all the time!

I thank Marissa for her patience and encouragement to open my eyes and connect with the TEFL world outside the DELTA course. This point is a major plus for studying DELTA at CELT…it is not just the library and the incredible resources on the CELT Wiki it is, the continual practical techniques, ideas for classroom activities, insights into methods and sharing of ideas in the EFL world that connects all teachers and professionals in EFL to facilitate your own learning and personal strengths.

Plus!! To all of you who say you have no time.. there are students, like me, who have kids/housework/schoolwork and ironing piles like the Leaning Tower of Pisa…but do something for yourself….find a world of learning and teaching that once you start your course… you will feel you deserve to fit into it!

Review 4 of 15 CELT Athens

Written by Sophia Constantinou on January 24, 2011 1:14 pm
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I completed my DELTA course, 2008, at CELT Athens. Now, that time passed and I valued the experience, I consider myself really privileged. I was tutored and instructed by a very exceptional and well-informed teacher, Marisa Constantinides, who navigated me successfully through the difficulties, and pitfalls of the course. I acquired a global view of what is EFL, delved into techniques and practices, and started implementing new ideas to my teaching. The experience deserved the labour, and the outcome is indeed rewarding. At CELT, I got acquainted with the new technology, and learned how to incorparate some of it to the teaching procedure. It is my personal belief that EFL teaching will progress into a new platform, which CELT institution is in command of, so completing a course there will be a wise thing to do. No matter how experienced teacher you are, there is always something new to discover.

Review 3 of 15 CELT Athens

Written by Dina Dobrou on January 23, 2011 5:24 pm
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Regardless of how experienced an EFL teacher you may be, attending a CELTA course will definitely turn your whole world upside down!

You suddenly realise that there’s a wealth of approaches to teaching you haven’t even thought about and putting everything you learnt during the input sessions into practice, while at the same struggling with assignments and trying to figure out a way of not succumbing to insomnia (especially during the 4-week intensive course) can be quite a challenge. In other words, the intensity and demands of the course overwhelm you on ‘day one’, but attending this course at CELT was not as intimidating as it initially sounds.

The tutors were supportive and inspiring throughout the whole course making the input sessions fly by and then, when time came for assisted lesson planning, they were always there to help bring the best out of you. The meticulous feedback and guidelines on Do’s and Don’ts for your next Teaching Practice were among the most valuable things I got from the course. Their voices still echo in my head when I teach or prepare for my classes.

What is more, the director, Marisa Constantinides, is committed to familiarising you with what the future of ELT is, and I’m referring to online teaching, PLNs (personal learning networks) and what you can do beyond that. The minute you enrol you are invited to the CELT wiki where you can get information about the course and download useful materials for study. It is only a matter of time before you start creating your own online learning platforms for your students.

Even after you have completed the course you are still in touch through social networks and PLNs specially made for trainees, so the professional development does not stop when you get the certificate. At CELT, it is ongoing.

My only regret?

Not having done it earlier!

Review 2 of 15 CELT Athens

Written by Shelly Terrell on January 23, 2011 8:25 am
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I completed my CELTA in the summer of 2010 and enjoyed being in Athens to complete it. The sunny setting, beaches, fresh fruit, and culture were a refreshing break from the intensity of the CELTA. I felt I learned so much, I had the rare opportunity to put my lessons into practice with refugees which was inspirational. This institute has been volunteer teaching refugees for years. I especially enjoyed the library which I believe has to be one of the best English language teaching libraries worldwide. I learned a lot in pedagogy, the effective use of technology in English language teaching, and great instructional practices. I felt challenged and that I became a better teacher due to my experiences.

Review 1 of 15 CELT Athens

Written by Pano Malamas on January 20, 2011 12:20 pm
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I consciously left a good few weeks between the end of my CELTA course and this “assessment”, in order to give an honest and well-considered opinion.

I am happy to say that the enthusiasm and high regard I held for the course, its director and staff, has not diminished since then. The course itself exceeded my expectations and I was fortunate to have two extraoridnarily inspirational educationalists as tutors, who have motivated me to try become as inspirational a teacher as they were to me.

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