How to Survive the CELTA: 10 Tips to Get You Through the Course!

[@CELTAHelper]

PS Download my *free e-book* , 15 Mistakes to Avoid When Preparing for a CELTA Course here *now* : geni.us/celta15mistakes !!

[@maryakumu4921]

Really thanks for all this advice!! Am naturally a very stressed person and am doing all that it takes to keep my stress as low as possible during my Celta course ! All your videos are just great and really really helpful!! Thanks again!!!

[@CELTAHelper]

I think I might be the same as you, Mary! Check out my article on this for more: celtahelper.com/celta-stress/

[@Lollipop110289]

Hi Steven your video was really helpful! My CELTA course starts in just a couple of weeks and all I can think about is how tough it's going to be and whether I'll be able to handle it as I am a very stressed person and it's difficult for me to handle stress. I've got experience in teaching but I'm not native and my tutors are both english... I'm so nervous. Thanks again for the video you're great!

[@CELTAHelper]

Hi there! You can check out this article for stress: *celtahelper.com/celta-stress/* What I would say is just try to focus on the course and don't let any outside distractions add to your worries. If you have been accepted, you should be fine! Good luck

[@Lollipop110289]

CELTA Helper TV thanks for your advice 💖

[@Chickenface12345]

A'ight...so apparently CELTA anxiety is A THING. Good to know. Imma take the part time course, just so I don't go mental and that'll do. Thank you for the info ❤

[@letizias5142]

Thank you so much for this video! Very helpful . I will be starting the online part time Celta course next week !

[@CELTAHelper]

Good luck!

[@gav9385]

I'm taking this course next month and everyone that’s taken it before has told me it's crazy and u go mental with the workload and deadlines. I hope I'll survive 🥺

[@CELTAHelper]

Hope it went well!

[@gabikopinits]

Thank you, Steve! I feel way more reassured with your words. I know it's going to be just fine , but this anxiety is a bit overwhelming... :P

[@CELTAHelper]

I am sure you will be fine, Gabriela! Good luck 👍

[@gabikopinits]

@@CELTAHelper thank you! I believe so too ;)

[@smendes2004]

@@gabikopinits Oi Gabriela! Como foi? Eu começo daqui a um semana e tb tenho esse nervoso miudinho :)

[@therealnaoufal3745]

Thank you so much for this video. You are the best !

[@CELTAHelper]

You're welcome! Just ask if you have any further questions :)

[@sebastienlopezmassoni8107]

Thanks a lot for your advice Steven

[@CELTAHelper]

Glad it was useful, Sebastien! Any further questions, just ask :)

[@sebastienlopezmassoni8107]

Okay. Thanks beforehand

[@CELTAHelper]

Just added a new format of video - curious to hear your thoughts! Cheers

[@CELTAHelper]

Here's the link for the video mentioned: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZnLGqKGtoZinarM

[@sebastienlopezmassoni8107]

CELTA Helper TV Hello Stephen, when I take a look on of most job requirement to work in private school it is to be a Native English speaker, but I hesitate to pass the CELTA , the only thing for non native it is online job.Could you give me ressources with non native jobs in Belgium and Netherland please.

[@alinapopescu8139]

thank you for the encouragement, please advice how can we prepare a bit before the course, especially if you have one week left before the commencement of this ride :) thank you

[@CELTAHelper]

Hi Alina. One week before I would suggest looking for lesson plan examples and read up on the assignments. Good luck

[@CELTAHelper]

Here's more on this topic from a new blog post: celtahelper.com/celta-preparation-tips-if-you-have-no-experience/ [VIDEO] CELTA Preparation Tips If You Have No Teaching ...

[@sasr4693]

great video, thankx alot👍👍👍👍👍

[@CELTAHelper]

Glad it helped 👍🏻

[@hidromeza6032]

Hi Steve, I have a question why we can't try new things a lot in our teaching practice?

[@CELTAHelper]

Hi Hidro. You can try some new things but you need to balance it with what you can already do and are good at. You will also be assigned specific material for some of your TPs so you won't have complete freedom with what you teach. Good luck 👍

[@englishtrainers6964]

Good tips & nicely put...

[@CELTAHelper]

Thanks! Let me know if you have any questions about the CELTA!

[@StephenBeale]

How's it all going with the online endeavours? Good, I hope!

[@Poszlakowaneopinie]

Gosh I'm nervous :P

[@CELTAHelper]

Everyone is! Just go for it, work hard and follow their advice. Good luck!

[@amanesalhi5377]

Hello steve ! Thank you so so much for these helpful videos, but i want to ask you about the pre-preparation for the CELTA course i am so worried about the interview task also i am really curious what is it like and how it goes i hope you answer my question as soon as possible !!

[@CELTAHelper]

Hi Amane. Always good to hear it's helpful. As for the interview and tasks, this video might answer your questions: m.kzbin.info/www/bejne/j36WdHx-p9dgo9U 🎥 CELTA Course Interview: How is it, what do they look for ... - KZbin

[@CELTAHelper]

Hope it helps 👍

[@CELTAHelper]

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[@Mantaray911]

Nice one, thank you.

[@CELTAHelper]

You're welcome! Come back any time with any other questions. Cheers!

[@Ishfaqw731]

Hey mate thinking of applying for a celta course to teach abroad in china or the middle east ideally. Heard so much about it, some say it's a horrible grilling 4 weeks where you have no time for anything at all, others say as long as you're on top of the work it's all okay. Part of me is kind of dreading the application but I just think in worrying too much. Done a masters so surely this shouldnt be too bad.

[@CELTAHelper]

Hi Waqar. The main thing about the CELTA is the intensity, not necessarily the difficulty. The tasks come thick and fast and it can be extremely hard to keep up. I have recently completed a master's and it's a very different type of course to that. You will be fine provided you put in the work! Good luck

[@Ishfaqw731]

CELTA Helper TV thank you for your swift response! Honestly didn't expect it to be that quick! Will be going through all your videos as I know they will help me tremendous amounts, I'm usually quite good with balancing work loads so I'm excited for it.

[@CELTAHelper]

@@Ishfaqw731 you should be fine in that case. Enjoy it!

[@guggusbabypigeonworld8179]

Hi i am going for the course next week. I need to ask what material i need to carry for assignment. How many assignment i need to make, what are the other materials or papers i need to carry

[@CELTAHelper]

Hi there. I'd suggest you have a look at my posts on the CELTA assignments on the blog celtahelper.com/s? assignments. A computer and a smartphone should be fine for completing the assignments. You might also find the CELTA Student Notebook and Diary on Amazon useful. Good luck 👍🏻

[@yasmeenbourra4325]

hi Steve , thanks for video.are you affiliated with Cambridge Celta course ?

[@CELTAHelper]

I am not, no. I did this independently.

[@bikramjeetsingh5029]

I get 6band in IELTS one year ago .How to start practice

[@smendes2004]

Hi Steve, do trainees have some room to be, let's say, creative? Or do you really have to go by the book?

[@CELTAHelper]

Hi Silvia. Yes, you have some room in your choice of activities and how you interpret the materials but you will be told (most of the time) what to teach.

[@smendes2004]

@@CELTAHelper Thanks for your fast reply! At the beginning of the course, do trainees receive an overview of the lessons and respective contents they will teach? if so, then you could do some lesson plannings in advance, at the weekends for example? Or am I wrong and you need the weekends to write the assignments? Sorry for all these questions :)

[@CELTAHelper]

@@smendes2004 I think every centre does things a little differently but you can expect to be teaching some basic verb tenses, but from which books and exactly which parts you probably won't know until shortly before. Try this post for more regarding your point: celtahelper.com/celta-lesson-plans/ CELTA Lesson Plans - CELTA Helper Good luck!

[@smendes2004]

CELTA Helper TV thanks a lot!

[@Gnasheress]

I am trying to complete an assignment and its a resubmission. I couldn't get any feedback on my assignment because I didn't have anything substantial written on it. I am struggling with designing appropriate gist tasks for my Skills Assignment 3. Someone please email me and help. I am in desperate need.

[@CELTAHelper]

Rizzy hi there. It sounds like you need to take a step back and relax for a minute! Remember, it is *only a course.* Now, have a look at the rubric, follow what your tutors have told you and the notes you took in the input sessions. Your task just needs to be fairly simple and nothing incredible, just make sure it's logical and fits. Best of luck with it 👍

[@farha33]

Hi

[@princeicio]

Thanks for sharing your experience with us Was it hard to get accepted? I have a BA in English, but I'm not a native speaker, do you think they'll accept me? Do I have to take any test?

[@CELTAHelper]

HI @princeicio - It depends on a number of factors, namely your IELTS level (minimum 7.0) and any experience you have in teaching. I have written an article on this here: celtahelper.com/celta-course-requirements/ - come back with any further questions :) PS Your pre-interview task and interview will form part of the screening test to see if you are at the right level to start the course.

[@bikramjeetsingh5029]

Thanks sir Please guide me I want to do CELTA course please guide me Where I have to start

[@CELTAHelper]

Are you still preparing? This might help celtahelper.com/celta-course-requirements/ CELTA Course Requirements | CELTA Helper

[@MrRawUK]

Having looked at CELTA I am not even sure it's worth the investment. Most overseas teaching jobs just ask for a TEFL and a Degree.Surely the CELTA is overkill for working as a teacher in many overseas markets? In particular South East Asia?

[@CELTAHelper]

It really depends on where you want to teach and the kind of jobs/career you're looking for. I talk more about this here (can't find direct link for KZbin while writing this on my phone!) celtahelper.com/one-thing-before-your-celta/ [VIDEO] The ONE Thing You Must Do BEFORE Starting Your ...

[@kuldippotter2033]

IELTS is essential for CELTA??

[@CELTAHelper]

No, it's not but you will need to be at an equivalent level of English to IELTS 7.5/8 get on the course if you're a non-native speaker.

[@kuldippotter2033]

@@CELTAHelper ohkkk..thank you soo much

[@paranormalreport1030]

The best way to avoid the pain is to not take CELTA. I was ripped off big-time

[@Chickenface12345]

Yeah, the price (at least here in italy) is quite a few houndred eurous higer than a whole month of average italian salary, so yeah: It's Cambridge English, they make the rules 🤷‍♀️

[@CELTAHelper]

sorry to hear that - what happened? Were they an approved CELTA provider?