Teacher Training Courses
At IH Cairo, our teacher training courses are designed to set you on the path to teaching excellence. Whether you’re just beginning your journey or looking to refine your skills, we offer a range of programs to suit your needs.
These courses provide the tools, techniques, and certifications needed to thrive as an English language teacher in today’s global classrooms.
CELTA Course
CELTA is a course for teaching English to non-native speakers.
It provides an introduction to teaching, covering language structure, skills, and methods for imparting this knowledge. Designed for beginners or teachers with little experience.
The course includes 6 hours of observed practice.
The Cambridge-accredited CELTA certificate is globally recognized and often required for jobs.
Full Time
An intensive 4-week course held from Sunday to Thursday.
Part Time
An extended 10-week course on Fridays and Saturdays.
CELTA Preparation
This 50-hour course prepares applicants for the Cambridge Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (CELTA). Whether you’re preparing for CELTA or wish to refresh your knowledge beforehand, this IH Cairo course is for you.
The course spans 6 weeks, with sessions held twice weekly, available in both online and face-to-face formats
Full Time
Part Time
Module 1 focuses on ELT terminology, teaching methodologies, and professional language analysis.
Module 2 focuses on teaching practice, applying language systems and skills in real classrooms. Complete Module 1 first.
Module 3 focuses on syllabus design for a specialism or management in ELT, HRM, customer service & marketing.
TEFL Courses
TEFL, or Teaching English as a Foreign Language, involves teaching English to non-native speakers in non-English speaking countries. Applicants are assessed based on their English proficiency and communication skills. The 120-hour TEFL course at IH Cairo is a comprehensive program aimed at equipping participants with essential teaching skills, knowledge, and hands-on experience. Hosted at International House Cairo, a prestigious center for language education and teacher training, the course ensures aspiring educators are well-prepared to deliver effective English language instruction globally.
TEFL Course
Comprehensive training: Gain expertise in teaching English as a foreign language with this foundational course.
TEFL YL Course
Specialize in teaching English to young learners in non-English speaking countries
Professional Development
Enhance your professional skills with our diverse range of English language teaching courses. Our programs cater to various career aspirations, allowing you to customize your learning path to refine teaching strategies and deepen your knowledge.
Our courses provide essential tools and insights to effectively support students in English language education.
Academic Writing
A 32-hour course that enhances participants' writing accuracy and fluency in all writing aspects.
How to Teach IELTS
A 48-hour teacher training program that equips educators to teach IELTS effectively.
Phonetics and Phonology
A 30-hour course exploring the principles and mechanics of English speech sounds in depth.
How to Teach Series
A 45-hour course that equips language teachers to plan and deliver engaging lessons effectively.
Language Awareness
An intensive grammar course that enhances understanding of English grammar comprehensively.
Teaching Early Childhood
A 40-hour course that familiarizes teachers with child development theories.
Our Students' Success Stories
Meet Our Professional Team Behind IH Cairo
IH Cairo is committed to delivering exceptional teacher training programs supported by a team of experienced educators and dedicated administrative staff. With a focus on quality and continuous improvement, our courses are designed to empower educators with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in modern classrooms.
Laura Woodward
I have been an EFL Teacher and CELTA Tutor for 34 years in the UK, Turkey, Egypt, Tunisia and some countries in central and east Asia.
Bita Rezaei
Bita brings a wealth of experience, with over a decade dedicated to training teachers on CELTA courses across 20 diverse countries.Â
David Tipple
David has been teaching for over twenty years. He has experience of all ages and levels, and has never shied away from a new teaching experience.
Elham Helmy
Her dedication to professional development is evident in her acquisition of certifications such as FELT, CELTA, DELTA and an MA in TEFL from Ain-Shams University's Faculty of Education.Â
Hamed Sherif
Hamed Sherif is a CELTA tutor and teacher trainer based in Egypt with over 12 years of teaching and teacher-training experience. He is a CELTA and DELTA-qualified teacher.Â
Katy Muench
Katy is an energetic tutor based in Turkey. Her 15 years of diverse teaching experience helps to inspire effective language teaching.
Marcela Cintra
She has been an EFL Teacher and CELTA Tutor for over 25 years, having worked in Brazil, Canada and online in China, Egypt, Spain. She holds a Delta and an MA in TESOL.
Marie Pettigrew
She is a teacher, Teacher Trainer and CELTA Assessor and consultant. She has over 40 years of experience in a range of countries including, the UK, France, Spain. Italy, Singapore, Australia, Oman and Saudi Arabia.Â
Mohamed Al Mohamady
He boasts a comprehensive 22-year tenure as an EFL Teacher and Teacher Trainer across diverse international settings such as Greece, Belgium, Turkey, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and Bahrain.Â
Mohamed Khalaf
Boasting 15 years of experience teaching English as a foreign language, Mohamed has motivated and guided thousands of teachers.
Muge Akgedik
Muge has been an EFL Teacher and an academic manager for 24 years in Turkey and Egypt. She has been a DELTA, CELTA, CELT-S/CELT-P, TESOL tutor since 2015 as a DELTA qualified teacher trainer.
Nour Barazi
Nour has been in the
ELT field for 20 years, including 10 in ELT Management and 8
as a CELTA Tutor in Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt.Â
Ana Jareb
Ana has been an English teacher and teacher trainer for 15 years. She has lived and worked in over ten countries, including Mexico, Italy, Turkey and Cambodia.
Bjarne Vonsild
Bjarne is a CELTA and DELTA tutor, and he has been working as a teacher, Cambridge examiner and teacher trainer for more than 30 years in the UK, Egypt, South Korea, Estonia, Brazil, Italy, Spain and Portugal.
Andriy Ruzhynskly
Andriy's teaching career started in 1984, and he has been a CELTA Tutor since 2007. He has run various teacher training courses (CELTA, SIT TESOL, CAM, IHCTL) in about 15 countries.
Belen Brunelli
Belen has been involved in English language teaching for over 15 years. She is a freelance teacher trainer, materials writer, Cambridge speaking examiner, as well as an experienced CELTA tutor.
Meet Our Students
Explore dynamic moments from our teacher training courses. Immerse yourself in a visual journey that highlights the passion and dedication of our trainees as they develop essential teaching skills.
Witness their growth through collaborative activities, hands-on practice, and the milestones they achieve on their path to becoming exceptional educators.
