Stand out from the crowd with one of the the highest qualifications for English language teachers. This flexible course can be completed in your own time, either online or face-to-face at your place of work or in the UK.
Teachers who want to progress their career in English language teaching and become advanced practitioners. Teachers must have passed their CELTA qualification at least one year previously and have two or more years teaching experience.
A Delta will advance your career, allowing you to move into senior roles such as Director of Studies or Teacher Trainer.
With a Delta you will be able to:
The Delta (Diploma in Teaching English to Speakers of Other languages) is a globally-recognised, advanced qualification for experienced English language teachers. It combines practical teaching elements with a strong theoretical background.
The Delta is a flexible course that you can study around your commitments in your own time, with full support available when you need it.
There are three modules you must pass to become Delta qualified, but you can take them in any order, pay for them separately and there is no time limit on completing all three. This means you could take them all in the same year or study one module a year if you prefer.
We do recommend you start with Module One and work through them in order, but if you feel that starting with Module Two or Three would benefit you please contact us for advice. Even if you have completed a module with another provider, you can still come to Bell to complete your remaining modules.
Choose to study in the UK at Bell Cambridge (full-time, 2 weeks) or online (part-time, 14 weeks).
You will learn about:
Choose to study at Bell Teacher Campus at Homerton College Cambridge (full-time, 6 weeks) or part online/part at your place of work (part-time, 13 weeks).
You will develop your teaching skills by:
Online (11 weeks)
Extend your teaching practice through:
You can also choose to study the Module Three ELT Management option will Bell.
All modules are accredited by Cambridge English Assessment, part of the University of Cambridge.
I believe the online course was perfect for me as it allowed me to combine my studies with other commitments. Thanks to the work of my Online Personal Tutor (OPT) I received all the necessary support and help, despite it not being face-to-face.
Ksenia
Russia
All applications are processed by our Delta team in the UK. The application guides for all modules are listed below.
If you have any questions please contact either delta@bellenglish.com or our team at Bell Switzerland:
For Module One, the application deadline is two weeks before the course start date. Where six or more people apply from one organisation, please apply three weeks before.
Step 1: To apply, complete the Delta registration form. If you have already done a Delta module with Bell please use the application form for a further module.
Step 2: Next, complete the application task (additional task on the registration form). The task involves writing 750 words outlining some of the general principles that lie behind your teaching (e.g. ‘language learning should be enjoyable’) and examples of how you apply them in the classroom. Please include examples from different levels and types of classes.
Step 3: Please also provide your most up-to-date CV and scanned copies of any relevant TEFL qualifications.
Step 4: After completing these documents, please submit them preferably by email todelta@bellenglish.com. Alternatively you can post them to the following address:
Teacher Training Programmes
Bell
Red Cross Lane
Cambridge
CB2 0QU
Step 5: After receipt of your application by Bell, you may also be asked to take part in an interview, either in person, by phone or Skype depending on the module before a place on the course can be reserved.
Step 6: If your application is successful, you will need to pay a non-refundable deposit of £300 within seven days of being notified to reserve your place. The balance of the fees is due six weeks before the course start. Please note: We are unable to hold places open for applicants who do not pay their full fees when they are due. All courses are subject to demand. Please visitwww.bellenglish.com/termsconditions for full terms and conditions
Certificates: Successful students will receive a Cambridge English certificate for every Delta module passed. An overall certificate for passing all modules can be produced upon request.
Please note:
Fees do not include: Accommodation costs and the Cambridge English exam fee (£111).
These fees are due for the assessment of each module through Cambridge English and are raised in addition to the course fees. We will contact you before the exam to see if you feel ready to take it in December. We will make your entry and book the exam place on your behalf. You can choose to sit the exam at a local exam centre near you. Your chosen exam centre will invoice you for their invigilation fees directly. You can find a list of registered Delta Module One exam centres on the Cambridge English website.
For Module Two, the application deadline is four weeks before the course start date.
Step 1: To apply, complete the Delta registration form. If you have already done a Delta module with Bell please use the application form for a further module.
Step 2: Next, complete the application task (the additional task on the registration form). The task involves writing 750 words outlining some of the general principles that lie behind your teaching (e.g. ‘language learning should be enjoyable’) and examples of how you apply them in the classroom. Please include examples from different levels and types of classes.
Step 3: Please also provide your most up-to-date CV and scanned copies of any relevant TEFL qualifications.
Step 4: please complete this lesson planning task. If you are applying for Module Two (Online) you have to nominate a regional delta trainer. Please complete the RDT nomination form and ask your nominated RDT to provide their most up-to-date CV and scanned copies of any relevant qualifications. For further information on how to select your RDT please see our RDT information sheet.
Step 5: After completing these documents, please submit them preferably by email to delta@bellenglish.com. Alternatively you can post them to the following address:
Teacher Training Programmes
Bell
Red Cross Lane
Cambridge
CB2 0QU
Step 6: After receipt of your application by Bell, you may also be asked to take part in an interview, either in person, by phone or Skype depending on the module before a place on the course can be reserved.
Step 7: If your application is successful, you will need to pay a non-refundable deposit of £300 within seven days of being notified to reserve your place. The balance of the fees is due six weeks before the course start. Please note: We are unable to hold places open for applicants who do not pay their full fees when they are due. All courses are subject to demand. Please visitwww.bellenglish.com/termsconditions for full terms and conditions
Certificates: Successful students will receive a Cambridge English certificate for every Delta module passed.
Please note:
Fees do not include the Cambridge English exam fee (£139).
These fees are due for the assessment of each module through Cambridge English and are raised in addition to the course fees. For Module Two we collect this fee along with your course fee as you will be assessed throughout the course.
For Module Three, the application deadline is two weeks before the course start date. Where six or more people apply from one organisation, please apply three weeks before.
Step 1: To apply, complete the Delta registration form. If you have already done a Delta module with Bell please use the application form for a further module.
Step 2: Next, complete the relevant application task for your chosen specialism (additional tasks on the application form) in a separate document. There is one task for all specialism apart from ELT Management, and another one for the ELT Management option only. Please complete both tasks if you are considering ELT Management as one of several options.
Step 3: Please also provide your most up-to-date CV and scanned copies of any relevant TEFL qualifications.
Step 4: After completing these documents, please submit them preferably by email todelta@bellenglish.com. Alternatively you can post them to the following address:
Teacher Training Programmes
Bell
Red Cross Lane
Cambridge
CB2 0QU
Step 5: After receipt of your application by Bell, you may also be asked to take part in an interview, either in person, by phone or Skype depending on the module before a place on the course can be reserved.
Step 6: If your application is successful, you will need to pay a non-refundable deposit of £150 for within seven days of being notified to reserve your place. The balance of the fees is due six weeks before the course start. Please note: We are unable to hold places open for applicants who do not pay their full fees when they are due. All courses are subject to demand. Please visitwww.bellenglish.com/termsconditions for full terms and conditions
Certificates: Successful students will receive a Cambridge English certificate for every Delta module passed. An overall certificate for passing all modules can be produced upon request.
Please note:
Courses fees do not include the Cambridge English assessment fee (£78).
We will contact you during the course to see if you feel ready to submit your assignment, and will invoice you accordingly at a later stage.
With a Delta you can apply for senior teaching roles