English Teaching Knowledge
Test Course (TKT)

Teaching Knowledge Test Course (TKT)

The Teaching Knowledge Test Course aims to prepare teachers to sit the TKT exam and give foundation in the methodology of Teaching English as a Foreign Language.
Course participants explore teaching methodologies, lesson planning, and classroom management.

Course objectives:

Increase participants’ knowledge of concepts related to language and language use

Raise awareness of the background to and practice of language teaching and learning

Prepare participants for TKT exam which can be used to access further training and enhance career opportunities

Encourage teachers in their professional development

OID Number: E10021333

PIC Number: 945143169

Timetable

Monday to Friday & 2 Cultural afternoons

09.00 – 12.55

Hours per week

20 tuition hours + 2 cultural afternoons

Levels

Minimum level of English: B2 (Upper-Intermediate)

Group size

8 – 10

Starting dates

July 3, July 31, 2023

Course length

2 weeks / 1 week

Fees

€800 for 2 weeks

€450 for 1 week

+ €60 course registration fee

+ €50 course Materials

Who is Teaching

My name is Patrick and I have been teaching at ACET since 2013. I have been an English teacher for four years and previously taught in Ecuador, Canada and Australia. I love teaching because it gives me the opportunity to meet so many interesting people and learn about an array of cultures and places. I enjoy all sports especially cycling, running and Capoeira - a Brazilian martial art. If I need to relax I like reading, cooking and gardening.

Patrick Winters

May name is David. I have been working in ELT since 2001 and teaching at ACET since 2012. Before coming to Ireland I taught in Poland and Portugal. I am originally from London but now live in Cork with my Irish wife and four children. I love the friendly atmosphere at ACET and working with people from so many different cultures. In my free time I enjoy walking, soccer, cooking and playing the guitar.

David Barker