How to Teach English Online:
Becoming an effective one-to-one online English tutor
The DC Teacher Training Certificate in How to Teach English Online is a 12-hour fully online course aimed at teachers who have already completed their CELTA course. It aims to help teachers get started with teaching one-to-one classes online. Tutoring online is probably the fastest growing area of teaching English, but it can be confusing for new teachers to try and figure out how to decide what rates to charge, how to go about deciding what to teach or how to find students without the support of a school. This course, delivered by an experienced and qualified CELTA trainer, aims to help with these issues.
Key Benefits of This Course
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Learn how to set your rates and attract students with confidence
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Discover best practices for one-to-one online lessons
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Explore platforms, tools, and techniques to keep learners engaged
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Understand the pros and cons of freelancing vs. working for an online school
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Get practical advice on choosing tech and setting up your home office
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Build on your CELTA skills and adapt them for the online environment
Course content
Week One: Building a bridge between your CELTA experience and being an online teacher
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Session 1: Considering aspects of teaching online: is online teaching for you?
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Session 2: Meeting learner needs in the one-to-one teaching environment
Week Two: Marketing yourself online / Working for an online school
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Session 3: Going it alone
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Session 4: Working for an online school/centre
Week Three: What is possible in the online classroom
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Session 5: Best practice and keeping learners engaged
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Session 6: Tasks and lesson types – what’s possible and what needs adapting
Week Four: Your home office: online tools, tech and gear
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Session 7: Choosing your tech and tools
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Session 8: Your home office
Course Dates and Prices
Spring dates:
The course will run over 4 Wednesdays for a total of 12 hours, from 5:30 - 8:30 pm (UK time)
Session 1 - Wednesday 8 April 2026
Session 2 - Wednesday 15 April 2026
Session 3 - Wednesday 22 April 2026
Session 4 - Wednesday 29 April 2026
Course fee: £275
Autumn dates:
The course will run over 4 Thursdays for a total of 12 hours, from 5:30 - 8:30 pm (UK time)
Session 1 - Thursday 5 November 2026
Session 2 - Thursday 12 November 2026
Session 3 - Thursday 19 November 2026
Session 4 - Thursday 26 November 2026
Course fee: £275
What previous course participants say
“I enjoyed the course very much, and it was certainly useful. Stephanie was a kind, patient, and encouraging teacher. The sessions on how to find work and technical tools for teaching online were especially valuable.”
Matthew, 2025
“The provision of resources — so many helpful lists and links — was excellent. Hearing Stephanie’s experiences was also super interesting, and the advice on assessments and course planning was great.”
Issaca, 2025
“The course was well structured and covered lots of useful areas. It was also great to speak to other recent CELTA graduates and share experiences about moving into online teaching.”
Susie, 2025
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Is there any assessed teaching practice or assignments on this course?
A. No. This is an attendance-based course. You learn by attending the sessions, taking part in discussions, and accessing the materials provided. There are no assessed lessons, portfolios, or written assignments.
Q. Do I need to have completed CELTA before taking this course?
A. Yes. The course is designed for teachers who already have CELTA or an equivalent initial qualification. It builds on that foundation and focuses specifically on teaching one-to-one lessons online..
Q. How is the course delivered? Do I need special software?
A. The course is delivered live online. You just need a reliable internet connection, a computer with a webcam and microphone, and a free Zoom account. No specialist software is required.
Q. How many people are usually on the course?
A. Group sizes are small, typically between 6–10 participants, to allow plenty of interaction and personal support.
Q. Will I get a certificate at the end?
A. Yes. On successful completion of the course, you will receive a DC Teacher Training Certificate in How to Teach English Online.