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This course includes

30 hour teaching IELTS preparation
Internationally recognized certificate
Personal tutor support
Friendly job hunting advice
Flexible study schedule
Study using the TEFL app
6 months course access
Letter of enrolment
Average time to complete:
1-2 weeks

What will you learn?

Teach the four key areas of language acquisition: reading, speaking, writing, pronunciation

Plan and deliver effective lessons that meet student and class learning objectives, typically relating to an IELTS score of 6.5 or above

Understand the nuances of teaching English to exam-focused non-native speakers

Manage classroom and student behaviour effectively

Grasp English grammar terminology and know how to teach it to students of all levels

Find and create effective learning materials, text-based and digital to target language use

Grow in confidence as a new teacher to be able to enter your first exam English class

Search and find the best jobs, online and abroad

Requirements

English language minimum level: Fluent.
At least an international standard of intermediate or advanced fluency: B1

About this course

Did you know that over 3.5 million people take the IELTS exam each year? IELTS teaching skills are in demand.

The course is divided into seven modules. Each lesson is subdivided into bite size learning blocks which include test examples, reflective tasks and an end of lesson assessment.

After you complete this certification for teaching IELTS preparation you will know how to enter your exam English lesson well prepared and confident. 30 hours of TEFL-Pro teaching advice will teach you the skills to understand your students’ needs, plan suitable lessons, get hired and help your students to achieve a great score.

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This is the second Premier TEFL course that I have taken, and this time I took the IELTS preparation course so I can help my students to prepare for the exam. It was very informative and I liked the fact that you can work at your own pace within a 6 month time frame.
Joanne Loach

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30 hour Teaching IELTS Exam Preparation

Modules One-Three:

Module 1: Introduction to IELTS
Get to know the IELTS exam inside out! This module covers the structure, scoring system, and your role as an IELTS teacher, ensuring you’re ready to help learners achieve their best scores.

Module 2: IELTS Listening Skills
Master the art of teaching IELTS Listening. Understand the test structure, identify common challenges, and explore effective teaching strategies that boost listening comprehension and success.

Module 3: IELTS Reading Skills
Help your students excel in IELTS Reading. Learn how to teach skimming, scanning, and vocabulary-building techniques, and discover how to adapt reading lessons to fit diverse learner needs.

Modules Four-Six:

Module 4: IELTS Writing Skills
Teach IELTS Writing like a pro! This module breaks down both writing tasks, from structuring essays to providing feedback, and offers strategies to help learners improve their writing scores.

Module 5: IELTS Speaking Skills
Equip your students with the skills to succeed in the IELTS Speaking test. Learn how to teach fluency, coherence, and pronunciation, and gain practical tips for conducting and assessing mock speaking tests.

Module 6: Classroom Management and Lesson Planning

Plan lessons that make a difference! This module focuses on creating effective IELTS lesson plans, adapting materials for different learners, and understanding how to structure an IELTS curriculum.

Modules Seven-Eight:

Module 7: Mock Tests and Assessments
Prepare your students for test day! Learn how to design and administer mock IELTS tests, provide constructive feedback, and guide learners towards improvement based on their performance.

Module 8: Final Review and Professional Development
Wrap up your IELTS teaching journey with key strategies for success, and explore professional resources to continue growing as an IELTS educator.

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Questions and Answers

What does IELTS stand for?

IELTS stands for the International English Language Testing System. It is the world’s most recognised English language test of proficiency.

IELTS is most commonly taken by English learners interested in migration or higher education abroad, such as studying abroad at university level, in an English speaking country.

What is IELTS teaching?

An IELTS teacher is responsible for preparing their students to take the IELTS test. The exam has four papers: Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking. Test-takers can pick between sitting General or Academic modules. The difference being in the Reading and Writing papers.

IELTS classes are run globally with over 150 test centres worldwide, teaching IELTS preparation online is now very popular.

Can I teach IELTS?

There are no prerequisite qualifications to become an IELTS teacher, however you should hold an internationally recognised TEFL qualification and have some teaching experience.

Taking a professional development course in IELTS preparation will help you understand the test format, how to prepare your students well, what the scoring system means and give you confidence when teaching IELTS.

Who can teach IELTS?

Any English language (EFL) teacher can become an IELTS tutor. There are no formal qualifications or licences required. It’s important to understand how IELTS works and the goals of your learners, getting a good band score can be vital to their international education plans. 

Do IELTS teachers get paid much?

As an IELTS teacher you can expect to earn between US$25 – $45 per hour. This will depend on previous experience and the country / origin of your learners.

Who sits the IELTS exam?

General IELTS test-takers are English learners who intend to migrate to an English speaking country (Australia, Canada, New Zealand, UK) and Academic IELTS takers are seeking admission to universities in countries including the UK, Australia, New Zealand, USA, and Canada.

Which countries use IELTS?

The most popular countries that accept IELTS for academic or migration purposes are the UK, Australia, New Zealand, USA, and Canada. Over 2.5 million tests are taken annually in over 150 test centres globally. The band score that a learner achieves is valid for a 2 year period.

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30 hour teaching IELTS preparation
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