telc – language tests
telc gGmbH (The European Language Certificates) has been operating since 1968 and has transitioned from solely offering language tests to a multifaceted education provider. Today telc’s range includes language tests, examinations, teaching and study materials, and teacher training in 10 languages.
telc now adds to this extensive portfolio the telc Level 3 Certificate in Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) (Gallery Teachers).
The Level 3 TEFL Certificate is an initial teacher training (ITT) qualification aimed at native and non-native English speakers wishing to work in the field of English language teaching. It is regulated by the Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulations (Ofqual) in England and is part of the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF). The qualification follows the successful completion of the course Level 3 TEFL course, which is developed and operated by Gallery Teachers.
It is a standalone qualification aimed at learners with little or no experience of teaching. The qualification provides learners with the knowledge they need to begin a career as a teacher of English as a foreign language. Learners develop skills in English language usage, teaching and assessment, including topics such as language skills and systems, lesson planning, material use and classroom management. In addition, they gain a qualification from an internationally recognised organisation.
telc Level 3 Certificate in Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) (Gallery Teachers)
The Level 3 TEFL Certificate is an initial teacher training (ITT) qualification aimed at native and non-native English speakers wishing to work in the field of English language teaching. The goal is to provide the skills and knowledge required to begin a career as a teacher of English to speakers of other languages.
The course and assessment are offered in collaboration with Gallery Teachers. Gallery Teachers has an established EFL network in the UK, Europe and beyond, currently serving over 17,000 members. Gallery Teachers support teachers around the world in professional development and have been delivering EFL and TEFL courses, workshops, conferences, and webinars for the past 25 years.
Qualification Purpose
The telc Level 3 Certificate in Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) (Gallery Teachers) is a standalone qualification aimed at learners with little or no experience of teaching. The qualification provides learners with the knowledge they need to begin a career as a teacher of English as a foreign language. Learners develop skills in English language usage, teaching and assessment, including topics such as language skills and systems, lesson planning, material use and classroom management.
Learning Outcomes
The course aims to enable learners to gain factual, procedural, and theoretical knowledge and understanding of a subject or field of work to complete tasks and address problems that while well-defined, may be complex and non-routine.
Progression Opportunities
This qualification is suitable for those who are looking for an introduction to the field of Teaching English as Foreign Language. Successful learners wishing to progress to other qualifications, can undertake the following: telc Level 5 Certificate in Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) (Gallery Teachers).
Teaching and Learning Requirements
The qualification is delivered online. This means learners can access learning materials when, where and as often as they choose to. This flexibility has the advantage of making the qualification highly accessible. The recommended time to complete the qualification is 12 to 17 weeks, however learners will be allowed up to a maximum of a year to complete the qualification.
Assessment and Grading
The qualification is assessed using a variety of assessment methods, which form a portfolio of evidence, demonstrating that the learner has achieved all the learning outcomes and the assessment criteria associated with each module. The portfolio includes: online assessment, a learner-produced lesson plan, an essay assignment and an oral examination.
Enrollment
Take your teaching career further with this Ofqual regulated telc & Gallery Teachers Level 3 Certificate in Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) course.
The European Language Certificates at your University
Universities are competing against each other at an increasingly international level. As a result, improving the attractiveness of courses for students from both home and abroad has gained importance in strategic decision-making. Accreditation agencies value the comparability of modules and exam results, and students recognise the importance of enhancing their eligibility in the job market. Internationally recognised certificates from telc prepare both students and universities for their respective futures.
telc certificates help universities in their decision-making
Universities appreciate the standardised format and methodology of telc examinations and their foundation in the Common European Framework of Reference for Foreign Languages (CEFR). When a university accepts a telc certificate as part of a student’s application, they can be sure that students with, for example, a telc C1 certificate really are at C1 level and that their language competence will enable them to study successfully. The certificate telc English B2·C1 University is officially recognized and accepted by (Ofqual), the independent authority that regulates qualifications, examinations and assessments in the United Kingdom.
telc certificates add value to university language courses
Language courses offered at universities should provide students with internationally comparable proof of their language competence. For students, this is extremely valuable. For teaching staff, the workload is reduced because they do not have to design or mark final tests. We offer universities the option of partnering with a telc examination centre or becoming a licensed telc examination centre.
Recognise telc certificates and profit from our global network
We are a leading language test provider in Europe and are particularly well represented in Germany, Poland, Hungary, Italy and Spain with numeral telc examination centres across all major cities.
Accept telc certificates as a proof of language competence at your university and include telc certificates as accepted language qualifications on your web page. By recognizing our exams you can benefit from our global network of more than 2,500 examination centres and embrace diversity by attracting more international students.
Please send an email to Gordon Adami (g.adami(at)telc.net) if you are interested in cooperation and capitalizing on our global network.
Our benefits at a glance
- telc tests are accreditated by Ofqual and therefore a valid tool for university admission
- telc – language tests is a full member of the Association for Language Testers in Europe (ALTE)
- telc Training is committed to the training and qualification of academic staff
- Supporting scientific projects in the field of testing and multilingualism is one of telc’s fundamental objectives
- We support suitable research projects with our expertise and provide appropriate data for research purposes
- Flexible examination dates, short registration deadlines
- Fast, reliable scoring of exams
- Free mock exams and practice materials
The telc licence – added value for your institution
A telc Certificate is an acknowledgement of excellence in language. Successful exam candidates profit from their achievements, but so does your institution: Success stories spread quickly.
Get a telc licence for your institution and be part of our worldwide partner network!
- more than 2,500 telc licensed partners in over 20 countries
- more than 100 telc trainers
- more than 20,000 licensed examiners worldwide
Important advantages
- With a telc licence, you demonstrate that your institution is competent in preparing students for language examinations.
- In telc workshops, you can provide your teachers with special examiner training.
- The telc exams give you an effective instrument to maintain quality standards, with a minimum expenditure of resources.
- The expectation of a certificate increases learner motivation.
- Your status as licensed telc partner is documented by your use of the telc logo in conjunction with your own business branding.
telc examinations at a glance
- Ten languages at all CEFR levels
- Examinations on flexible exam dates, starting from 1 participant
- Exam formats geared to candidates’ specific requirements
- Advantageous price structure
- Individual service
- International acceptance
- Reliable testing methodology
Would you like to offer your learners telc certification of their language proficiency? Apply for the licensing of your institution as a telc examination centre!We are providing an exclusive offer, for language institutes located in England or Scotland, until June 2020!
In a first step, please send an email to Gordon Adami, briefly introducing your institution and stating the reasons why you are interested in a telc licence.
telc Campus
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- Free Online Learning Activities in English?
- Online Training or Coaching for medical professionals in German?
Register now for free at telc Campus - your online training platform!
Exam Preparation
You will find all of the telc support materials you need to fully prepare for your exam in the telc Shop:
An overview of all our exams, including free download of mock exams, can be accessed via our website.
Useful hints for Exam Preparation
Even when you have reached the necessary CEFR level, you will want to know what exactly is expected from you in the exam. telc provides material in various forms to familiarise yourself with the exam format and to prepare specifically for the exam.
Find out more here!
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Do you have questions?
Please send an email to Gordon Adami.
