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CELTA is the gold standard of English teaching qualifications, and is accredited by Cambridge.
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It is the most recognised English teaching qualification in the world. Research by Cambridge Assessment shows that three out of four international English teaching jobs advertised require a CELTA qualification.
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CELTA is practical course, with a focus on real teaching practice with real students, equipping you with the practical skills you'll need to teach English abroad.
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DC Teacher Training is one of the world's largest providers of CELTA courses, trusted by over 500 trainee teachers a year.
Dates and fees
Full-time face-to-face
CELTA courses in Manchester
4 weeks
Monday to Friday
1:15 pm - 8:45 pm
£1550 (early bird price £1450*)
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11 May - 5 Jun 2026
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13 Jul - 7 Aug 2026
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10 Aug - 4 Sep 2026
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14 Sep - 9 Oct 2026
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23 Nov - 18 Dec 2026
*The early bird price applies to candidates who pay in full 21 days before the course begins
Part-time face-to-face
courses in Manchester
12 weeks
Tuesday and Thursday evenings
6:00 pm – 9:30 pm
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Saturdays
10:00 am – 1:00 pm
£1550 (early bird price £1450*)
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5 Sep - 28 Nov 2026
*The early bird price applies to candidates who pay in full 21 days before the course begins
We work with International House Manchester, one of the most reputable schools in the region, located in the heart of Manchester, easy to reach by tram, bus or train and close to all the city centre amenities. IH Manchester is a warm and friendly school, with modern facilities and it is fully accredited by the British Council, as well as being part of the International House family of schools, famed for their high standards of teaching and teacher training.
CENTRE ADDRESS - 5th Floor Arthur House 13-15 Chorlton Street Manchester M1 3FH
You don’t need teaching experience to take CELTA. Whether you’re feeling stuck in your current job, just finishing university, or already working in education, CELTA is designed to give you practical skills, clear guidance, and a qualification recognised around the world.
Our trainees include recent graduates, career changers, online teachers, and people planning a move abroad. What they share is a decision to do something different, and a desire to feel confident in front of a class.
Imagine starting an exciting new career as an English teacher abroad. A CELTA course in Manchester will give you the tools you need for a professional career teaching English, whether in Asia, Latin America, the Middle East or in Europe. After a four-week course, you could be living a completely different life abroad, supporting yourself with a new career as an English language teacher.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Do I need teaching experience to do CELTA?
A. No. CELTA is designed as an initial teacher training qualification. Many candidates have no formal teaching experience when they start the course.
Q. Do I need a university degree to apply?
A. No. You should have finished secondary schooling and be ready for university-level study, but you do not need a degree to do the course.
Q. What level of English do I need?
A. You need a strong command of English, typically equivalent to high C1 (advanced) or above. You do not need to present certificates to prove your level. Your level is assessed as part of the application and interview process.
Q. How is CELTA assessed?
A. Assessment is continuous and based on a combination of 6 hours of observed teaching practice and 4 written assignments completed during the course.
Q. Is there an exam at the end of the CELTA course?
A. No. CELTA does not have a final written exam. You are assessed continuously through teaching practice and assignments.
Q. How does teaching practice work?
A. You will plan and teach lessons to real adult learners of English, which DC Teacher Training organise. There will be about 8 to 14 students in the classes you teach. You will receive support from your tutors when planning and you will be provided with teaching materials. Each teaching practice session is observed by a CELTA tutor, followed by detailed oral and written feedback to help you improve.
Q. Where does the CELTA course take place in Manchester?
A. The course is delivered at our centre at International House Manchester, 5th Floor Arthur House 13-15 Chorlton Street Manchester M1 3FH.
Q. Will you help me find a job after the course?
A. CELTA is recognised by employers worldwide. We provide guidance, support and resources on next steps and job-hunting after the course. All graduates will have the opportunity for one-to-one meetings with our team after the course to help them find work.
What Does a Full-Time Manchester CELTA Look Like Day to Day?
On a full-time CELTA, weekdays are structured around tutor input, guided lesson planning, live teaching practice, and detailed feedback. While the precise timing can vary slightly, the overall pattern is consistent. The early afternoons are devoted to input sessions, where tutors introduce key areas of teaching methodology, language awareness, lesson planning, and classroom management. These sessions are practical and closely linked to what you are doing in teaching practice, with a strong focus on how theory translates into classroom decisions. Later in the day, there is usually a period of assisted lesson planning, typically scheduled the day before you teach. During these sessions, your tutor works closely with your teaching practice group to support lesson aims, materials, staging, and anticipated learner difficulties, helping you prepare effectively for upcoming lessons. Teaching practice normally takes place most afternoons. On a full-time course, this usually runs for around two hours, with several trainees teaching in turn. When you are scheduled to teach, you will normally teach a lesson of around 40–45 minutes. Across the course, you will usually teach two to three times per week, working with real English language learners. Immediately after teaching practice, you take part in a feedback session led by your tutor. This is a central component of the CELTA and focuses in detail on what happened in the lesson, how learners responded, and how your teaching meets CELTA assessment criteria. Alongside the working day, there is substantial independent work. This includes lesson preparation, background reading, and written assignments. On a full-time course, you normally complete one written assignment each week, working through all four CELTA assignments over the duration of the course. Many trainees spend several hours most evenings preparing for the following day.
How the Part-Time Manchester CELTA Works: Weekly Schedule
Each week on the part-time CELTA includes a block of input sessions, held on a Saturday. These sessions cover teaching methodology, language awareness, and lesson design, and provide the theoretical and practical grounding for the week’s teaching. During the week, you attend evening sessions twice a week that focus on teaching practice. On teaching days, you usually begin with assisted lesson planning, followed by teaching practice with real learners, and then tutor-led feedback. This cycle allows you to plan, teach, reflect, and improve on a regular basis. You can expect to teach one lesson each week of the part-time course. Written assignments are spaced out, with one assignment due approximately every three weeks. In addition to the scheduled sessions, there is a significant amount of independent work. This includes lesson preparation, reading, and assignment writing. Overall, alongside the in-person sessions, you should expect to spend around 6 to 8 hours per week on independent study and preparation.