Become a Certified English Teacher with CELTA in Malta

Internationally recognised. Job-ready training.

Start your English teaching career with the University of Cambridge CELTA, the most widely recognised TEFL qualification. Whether you are looking for a fresh start or a new career direction, this course prepares you to teach English to adults across the world.

What You Will Gain

Get qualified to teach English worldwide

  • CELTA certificate from Cambridge Assessment English.
  • Practical training with real students and feedback from experienced tutors.
  • All-inclusive package: tuition, materials, teaching practice and certification.
  • Learn in an international environment with trainees from around the world.
  • Open doors to global job opportunities in schools, academies, and online teaching.

Upcoming CELTA Courses in NSTS Malta in 2026

  • Aug 10 – Sep 04, 2026 | Full-Time Face-to-Face
  • Sep 08 – Nov 17, 2026 | NEW! Part-Time Fully Online
  • Nov 02 – Nov 27, 2026 | Full-Time Blended / Flexi-Option

Detailed Course Breakdown

Course 1: Full-Time Face-to-Face in NSTS English Language Institute, Malta.

Dates: 10 August 2026 – 4 September 2026

Format: 100% Intensive, real-time interactive training.

  • Input Sessions: Face-to-face from 09:00 – 12:00 (Mondays to Fridays).
  • Teaching Practice: Face-to-face from 13:00 – 16:30 (Mondays to Fridays).
    • Live Zoom Practice option: 13:00 – 15:15
    • Tutor Feedback: 15:15 – 16:00
    • Guided Lesson Planning: 16:00 – 16:30

Course 2: Fully Online CELTA — NEW!

Dates: 8 September 2026 – 17 November 2026

Format: Flexible part-time online learning via the Cambridge Platform and live Zoom sessions. Perfect for working professionals.

  • Theoretical Input: Completed at your own pace on Cambridge’s learning platform. You will be assigned 3 learning units per week to complete whenever suits you.
  • Weekly Tutor Meeting: One live online group check-in per week to discuss content and platform progress (the exact day/time is decided democratically by the group).
  • Live Teaching Practice (Fridays Only): Real-time practical training on Zoom, divided into small peer groups of 4 to 6 teachers:
    • Teaching Practice: 18:00 – 20:15
    • Tutor Feedback: 20:15 – 21:00
    • Guided Lesson Planning: 21:00 – 21:30

Course 3: Full-Time Blended & Flexible CELTA

Dates: 2 November 2026 – 27 November 2026

Format: A highly flexible, intensive course where you choose the delivery style that fits your lifestyle.

Option 1: 100% Real-Time Face-to-Face in NSTS English Language Institute, Malta

  • Input Sessions: Face-to-face from 09:00 – 12:00 (Mondays to Fridays).
  • Teaching Practice: Face-to-face from 13:00 – 15:15 
  • Feedback & Planning: Feedback from 15:15 – 16:00, followed by Guided Lesson Planning until 16:30.

Option 2: Mixed mode – Online Start to Face-to-Face Finish — NEW!

    • Weeks 1 & 2 (Nov 02 – Nov 13): 100% Online. Study theoretical input at your own pace on the Cambridge platform (1 learning unit assigned per day). Live Zoom teaching practice occurs in the evenings:
      • Teaching Practice: 18:00 – 20:15
      • Tutor Feedback: 20:15 – 21:00
      • Guided Lesson Planning: 21:00 – 21:30
      • Tutor Support: Includes a weekly live meeting to monitor your platform progress.
    • Weeks 3 & 4 (Nov 16 – Nov 27): You will seamlessly join the Option 1 cohort in NSTS English Language Institute, Malta for joint sessions and final completion.

Who Should Apply

  • You want to teach English either abroad or online
  • You are looking for a qualification respected by employers worldwide
  • You want practical training, not just theory
  • You are interested in flexible work options, including seasonal or part-time teaching

Why Choose Us

  • Official Cambridge English Centre in Malta
  • Personalised support from experienced CELTA tutors
  • Different modules for different needs
  • Assessed by an external Cambridge moderator to ensure quality
  • For Train in Malta, an English-speaking EU country with a strong education reputation

Price: €1,440

 

Entry Requirements

  • Minimum English level: C1 (Advanced)
  • Admission is based on a pre-course task and Skype interview

How to Apply

Register your interest here and we will get right back to you!

NSTS Head Office

220, St Paul Street Valletta VLT1217 Malta

(+356) 2558 8000

nsts@nsts.org