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Location
spain
Madrid
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Course Type
CertTESOL
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Training Type
Classroom
The Trinity certTESOL course in Madrid is a comprehensive course and a great starting point to get into English teaching for those with little or no experience.
The main course content is delivered and assessed through five units. The work for Units 1, 2, 3 and 5 is marked by your internal course tutors and moderated or sampled and checked by a member of the Trinity moderators panel at the end of every course. The moderator externally assesses the work for Unit 4.
The units are:
Unit 1: Teaching skills, assessed through:
- Tutors’ evaluation of six hours of teaching with real learners
- A journal including trainees’ own lesson plans, with self- and tutor-evaluation
- A journal covering trainees’ reflective comments following observation of four hours of ESOL teaching by experienced teachers
Unit 2: Language awareness including grammar and phonology, assessed through:
- A test or practical project
- Ongoing use of spoken and written English
Unit 3: Learner profile, assessed through:
- The preparation of a simple linguistic profile and needs analysis, including some basic phonemic transcription, of a single learner
- The planning of, and reflection on, a one-to-one lesson
- The preparation of recommendations for the learner’s future language development
Unit 4: Materials assignment, assessed through:
- Written rationale for the development of one piece of teaching material
- Written evaluation of use of this in classroom teaching
- Interview with a Trinity moderator to discuss the above and the ways in which materials development is beneficial to the development of teaching skills
Unit 5: Unknown language, assessed through:
- A journal covering trainees’ reflective comments on four hours’ tuition in an unknown language from the point of view of the beginner, including an analysis of the key aspects of methods and classroom management that affect the learner positively and negatively
Professional awareness and development are ongoing themes. Successful trainees must demonstrate an awareness of the needs of other colleagues in the team, teaching and non-teaching, and the value of mutual support in the teaching, learning and training environment.
They must also demonstrate an awareness of the need for professional development during and after the course, based on a constructive response to training input and feedback from tutors and peers.
Course fees
The total price is divided into: deposit and balance.
The deposit may be paid via a) credit card b) Paypal c) wire transfer d) Western Union.
The balance of the course fee must be paid by cash, PayPal or bank transfer directly to the training center on the first day of the course.
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Trinity certTESOL Madrid | Trinity certTESOL Spain
The Spanish capital is popular with course trainees for many reasons, including the large number of jobs available throughout the year due to the high population and its status as the economic center of the country.
Madrid is also well known as a warm and friendly city where diverse cultures from all over the world live and work together. Whatever your background, nationality or religion, you will feel welcome in this great European capital.
No matter what time of the year you choose to train with us in Madrid you will always find plenty of fun and interesting things to do in your free time. The city has many famous museums and art galleries, including the Museo del Prado, Museo Reina Sofía and Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza. The many peaceful parks and gardens are also popular places to hang out in the warmer months, with El Retiro and El Capricho two of the most famous. At any time of year the Madrid nightlife will always surprise you with its variety and vibrancy.
While many people enjoy exploring the city center on foot, you can also take advantage of the city’s excellent public transport links that include the Metro, bus services, suburban trains and a public bicycle rental service (BiciMad). If you want to explore other parts of the country as well, you will find Spain has a modern network of air, road and rail that covers all the popular spots.
The School
The CertTESOL course in Madrid is operated by a team of trainers that boast over 60 years of experience between them. Also it is validated by Trinity College London which means it is recognised by the British Council allowing graduates of the Madrid course to apply for British Council teaching jobs in countries all over the world. The CertTESOL is also the preferred certificate of international educational organisations that look to hire teachers for jobs at all types of schools and all age levels.
This training program also meets a QCF Level 5 high-quality standard, making it one of the most reputable training locations anywhere in the world. On top of this high standard of basic training, the center also gives trainess the opportunity to specialize in teaching business related English, teaching English to young learners or teaching general English.
Worldwide, Lifetime Job Placement
One of the course features that really stands out is the Madrid center’s job placement program. Upon completion of the course you will receive extensive help in all aspects of the job hunting process, a service that we provide for as long as you continue your English teaching career. In addition to help with finding jobs around the world, the center also now guarantees a 1-year teaching job to any graduate in a state/public or chartered Madrid bilingual school. These positions are on a 12-month contract that includes a good rate of pay and comfortable working conditions. These contracts are also renewable after the first year is expired.
The Madrid training center has put together a unique course package that will get your new career off to a flying start. As well as the Trinity College CertTESOL course and the resulting TESOL or TEFL certificate, you also receive their unique job placement service, welcome party and end of course party, travel assistance, accommodation, quality Spanish classes in an accredited Cervantes school, job hunting workshops, and preparation guidance for CVs and job interviews.
Accommodation
Any trainee who has paid their course fees in advance is eligible for our recommended accommodation option. The package that includes the CertTESOL course plus 4 weeks accommodation delivers exceptional value for money as you do not have to pay fees and deposits that housing agencies in Madrid charge that can amount to as much as 1500 euro before you set foot in your apartment.
Our package offers a private room in an apartment that is shared with either an ex-student from one of our courses or a local Spanish student who is attending the free English lessons that we run as part of the training course. All apartments in this package are conveniently located close to the training center and essential services, as well as in safe and friendly neighbourhoods.
The fee for this option is 625 euro for the duration of your course.
The accommodation is available for 4 weeks, so we recommended that you plan to move in on the weekend prior to the start of the course. By following this plan you can stay right through the training until the weekend directly after the final Friday of the course.
This recommended accommodation package is not compulsory and we are more than happy to help arrange an alternative if you would prefer. There are plenty of hotels, hostels and guest houses in the area, and we can also arrange a homestay option. Due to our extensive local knowledge we are able to provide all the assistance you require in finding the right option for you.
Accomodation Fees
The accommodation fees are not part of the course price and you are free to choose whichever accommodation option you prefer.
You are not obliged to use the accommodation provided by the school and you are welcome to make your own accommodation arrangements. If you choose to use our accommodation, it should be paid for either by cash, PayPal or bank transfer directly to the school at the start of the course.
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FAQs
What are the payment options?
Students can pay for their courses using the following payment methods: Credit card (VISA, Mastercard), PayPal, bank transfer or Western Union. If you want to pay with a bank transfer, we will email you the bank details.
How does the Madrid Trinity CertTESOL application process work?
You apply through the ITTT website. As soon as we receive your application, we will review it and pass you on to the staff in Madrid who will send you instructions with the necessary steps to complete your application. To be accepted on the course, you must pass both the written and spoken tests.
After you have passed both tests, you will receive an email confirming your acceptance on the course. To guarantee your space, you must then pay the deposit. If you need to speak to a student advisor about accommodation, student visas (if you are a non-EU national), or other administrative and banking details, we will schedule a Whatsapp call.
One calendar month before you start, you must pay the final payment. Once you are fully paid, the Madrid team will send you details on how to access the "Student Moderation Zone". This is where you will upload your work throughout the course. After the course, you will use the "Student Moderation Zone" to type in your CV/resume so we can send it to the many language schools waiting to interview you for their available jobs.
What does the Trinity CertTESOL course in Madrid include?
Trinity TEFL certificate after passing the course
Exclusive, lifetime and worldwide job assistance service for our graduates in language schools and academies around the world.
Some packages include one or more of the following extra options:
Accommodation (4 weeks)
1-year student visa
One-year Spanish course at an accredited Cervantes Institute school
When do you run the Trinity TEFL courses in Madrid?
The Madrid training center runs 10 TEFL courses throughout the year. The first course starts in January and the last one in November.
What is the Trinity course timetable?
The Trinity CertTESOL and TEFL certificate course runs full-time for 4 weeks. It comprises 150 hours of study: pre-course work, classroom training, lesson planning, 20 hours of teaching practice time, 10 written assignments, peer teaching practice, feedback, and employment opportunities.
The course schedule is: Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday from 9:30 am to 5:00 pm - with one hour for lunch. Thursday and Friday from 9:30 am – 1:00 pm, followed by 1 hour for lunch and then from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm will be the teaching practice classes where trainee teachers teach non-English-speaking students with levels ranging from A1/A2 (Beginner) – C1 (Advanced).
Teaching practice is observed, critiqued, marked and uploaded to your student management zone for the external moderator to check. You will deliver lessons that you created to non-native English speakers. You will get feedback so that you know how you are progressing and help to prepare for the moment when you go solo in your teaching career.
The center has scheduled a total of 20 hours teaching practice time into the course. 8 hours of experienced trainer demonstration classes, 6 hours of peer group practice sessions (rehearsals) and 6 hours teaching 1-hour classes to groups of non-native English speakers.
Who usually enrolls into the TEFL course in Madrid?
The profile of students who enroll in TEFL courses in Madrid is very diverse and multicultural, but the most common profile is one of a university graduate woman about 27 years old. Most of our students are from the USA, the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand and Canada. We do accept non-native speakers of English from other countries who are highly proficient in the English language. Age isn't an obstacle either. We have had students between the ages of 21 – 68 years young enrolled each year in Madrid TEFL courses.
Who takes the Trinity CertTESOL course in Madrid?
Trinity TEFL courses are for those who want to become qualified and certified English teachers. They want a certificate that is truly recognized and accepted by the British Council. They want a teaching certificate that will allow them to work and live in any country where there is a need for teachers with British Council accepted teaching certificates. Those who take our course are those who want to invest in a certificate that will ensure them employment in any country where they may wish to teach.
What can I expect from the Trinity course in Madrid?
The Madrid TEFL course enables students to become qualified teachers of English as a foreign language with a high chance of getting their first job as soon as they finish the course.
In addition to classes with our team of trainers, the TEFL program includes teaching practice classes with non-native English speakers of different English proficiency levels. The objective is to ensure that your teaching practice is as realistic as possible in preparation for your future career as an English teacher.
What is the weather like in Madrid? What kind of clothes should I put in my suitcase?
Madrid is a city with a dry climate and little rainfall, which is concentrated during October, November, December, and April. In general, summers (June to August) are hot and winters cold (December to February), so what you put in your suitcase will depend on the time of year you visit Madrid: light clothing and natural fabrics to combat heat and warm clothing for the coldest months.
Don't forget to include comfortable shoes and informal clothes to walk around the city and some smart casual and elegant clothes and shoes to enjoy Madrid's nightlife.
Don't worry if you forget something at home. There are many department stores in Madrid where you can get clothing and footwear at different prices during your stay in the city.
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