Cambridge TKT (Teacher Knowledge Test)

Teacher training students in the classroom

Kaplan International Colleges offers a teacher training course in preparation for the Cambridge Teaching Knowledge Test (TKT). The course provides you with a comprehensive grounding for both the Teaching Knowledge Test, and for your future as a teacher of English.

Teaching CertificatesLessons*/WeekLevelsLengthLocationStart Dates 2010
Cambridge TKT (Teacher Knowledge Test)21 hours in the TKT Cambridge Exam preparation classes and 5 hours doing structured studyIELTS 5.0
or intermediate level		5 weeksPerth, Brisbane, Auckland, ChristchurchPerth: Mar 15, Aug 2,
Brisbane: Jun 15, Oct 11
Auckland: Feb 8, Apr 19, Aug 2, Nov 1
Christchurch: Jan 5, Mar 15, June 14, Sep 20

The Cambridge TKT (Teacher Knowledge Test) course is designed for candidates who:

  • Have little or no previous English language teaching experience

  • Are not native English speakers

  • Language Skills: Reading, listening, speaking and writing

  • Have some teaching experience but little formal training.

The course is highly regarded worldwide for being both accessible and flexible.

Program Facts

Length: 5 weeks

Recommended ages: 18 +

English Entry Requirements: IELTS 5.0 or intermediate level. Students without an official test score can take the free Kaplan International Colleges test.

Hours of tuition per week: Students will study for 26 hours per week with 21 hours in the Cambridge TKT Exam preparation classes and 5 doing structured study.

Start Dates 2010:

  • Auckland: Feb 8, Apr 19, Aug 2, Nov 1
  • Christchurch: Jan 5, Mar 15, June 14, Sep 20
  • Perth: Mar 15, Aug 2
  • Brisbane: Jun 15, Oct 11

For more information about Cambridge exams and the CELTA course visit http://www.cambridgeesol.org/exams/teaching-awards/tkt.html

 

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Certificates

The 3-module exam covers:

1.      Language and background to language learning and teaching

2.      Planning lessons and use of resources for language teaching

3.      Managing the teaching and learning process.

This solid grounding in teaching is a well-respected qualification that is internationally recognised.

In addition, Kaplan International Colleges will assess your general English level at the end of your course, so that you will have a record of the English language level you have achieved.