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TEFL Course: Barcelona, Spain
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About Spain |
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Spain is not the second most visited country in the world for nothing - Spain's attractions are matchless. But how you enjoy your trip will depend very much on where you decide to take it, for Spain is not a single, homogeneous country, but many countries in one.
Spain is one of the world's most seductive countries: a land of infinite variety that beckons people back again and again, and a place where there is always something new and unexpected to be discovered. Visitors can experience the Spaniards' passion for partying. Snack on tapas as you skip from bar to bar, before heading off to enjoy Spain's infamous nightlife. Then revitalise the senses - Spain's cultural heritage brims with flamenco, painting, opera, literature, sport, bullfighting and flamboyant, colourful fiestas.
Spain's beaches are famous. Sun, sea and sand are the foundations on which Spain's tourist industry was built and absorb the bulk of the fifty-odd million visitors it receives annually. The Mediterranean costas need no introduction, the country's other coastlines, its Atlantic coast north of Portugal, the Costa de la Luz in the Bay of Cadiz, and its Cantabrian Costa Verde, green coast, are yet to be discovered by international mass tourism.
But it isn't just Spain's natural landscape that inspires. The cities, too, are bursting with fine architecture and culture, and are famous for their ability to show visitors a good time. Its cities, towns and villages are fascinating, from great historical cities like Toledo or Granada to the bustle of modern Barcelona, or the white villages of Andalusia. Spain is a treasure chest of unforgettable scenery and experiences.
Spain, the third largest country in Europe, covers the greater part of the Iberian Peninsula . Besides the mainland peninsula, Spanish possessions include the Mediterranean Balearic Islands, the Canary Archipelago (in the Atlantic off the coast of Africa) and the Moroccan coastal enclaves of Ceuta and Melilla. Its southernmost point faces Morocco across the Strait of Gibraltar, making Spain a bridge between continents.
Spain is soaked in the historical pageantry of empire and conquistadors and has a fantastic artistic legacy in the shape of painters like Goya, Picasso, Dali and Velazquez. Don Quijote by Cervantes is one of the world's greatest works of fiction.
Spain is one of the world's most seductive countries: a land of infinite variety that seems to get under people's skin, and a place where there is always something new and unexpected to be discovered.
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About Barcelona |
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Located by the Mediterranean sea on the very north of the Spanish coast, Barcelona is certainly the most cosmopolitan and economically the most active city in this country. The capital of Catalonia is unequivocally a Mediterranean city, not only because of its geographic location but also because of its history, tradition and cultural influences. Barcelona has a more European feel to it than anywhere else in Spain.
Cool and vibrant Barcelona, Spain's second city, has such a wealth of attractions that it's no wonder it has become Europe's most popular short break destination, and a common stop for Mediterranean cruise-liners. This enchanting city is a visual delight, and has an atmosphere that combines elegance and sophistication with provincial charm. Boasting a lush setting right beside the sea, surrounded by hills, it has sensational architecture, a lively, walkable centre, truly great restaurants and bars at reasonable prices, and good beaches nearby.
It has always proved its will to be modern, to follow the latest international trends or be ahead of them. To the tourist this is evident especially in its architecture, which so well reflects the general approach to life in this pulsating city. Barcelona is famed for its fabulous blend of architectural styles. Of course, the city has an old history, and there are monuments of Romanesque, Gothic and Renaissance periods, but most characteristic is what has been built during the last 100 years. Barcelona has been a centre of Modernist architecture and is distinguished especially by the works of Antonà GaudÃ.
The old city is a twisting maze of narrow streets and ancient mansions, overlooked by the soaring spires of the flamboyant Gothic cathedral. Beyond is the elegant grid of the 19th-century new city, thickly clustered with the greatest concentration of Modernist monuments in the world.
Down by the harbour, the city has reinvented itself with glitzy new developments around the Port Olmpic, and a string of popular beaches that are packed in summer.
The city's assets are complemented by the warm Mediterranean climate, which makes sitting out on sunny squares and strolling in the shadowy streets of the old city an extra pleasure.
Barcelona is one of the most dynamic capitals in the world. Summer is serious party time, with week-long fiesta fun. But year-round the city sizzles - it's always on the biting edge of architecture, food, fashion, style, music and good times.
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The TEFL School |
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Moderating Body: College Of Teachers, London
Certificate: International Standard Cert.TESOL
Affiliations: College of Teachers, INTESOL, The World TEFL School (WTS)
Our approved training centre in Barcelona is centrally located in the Eixample district of the city, approximately 15 minutes walk from La Ramblas. Transport links are excellent with a metro stop conveniently located nearby to shuttle you around the rest of the city. The 4 week course is fully accredited & certified to meet international standards. The training involves over eight hours of Observed Teaching Practice and 150 hours of classroom instruction. This course is designed in such a way that you will acquire the theoretical knowledge and practical skills for Teaching English as a Foreign Language. The way the course is conducted will actively engage you in practical and interactive activities that will make your learning fun in spite of the intensity of the course. The training you receive will provide you with a solid foundation & the skills necessary to teach English around the world.
This training centre prides itself on facilitating each student's learning of teaching based on the respect they have for your own individuality; they do not create carbon copies of teachers. The Trainers are highly qualified and have years of teaching and teacher training experience in different locations all over the world. Through the experiential learning approach, “learning by doing” used in this course, you will gain the knowledge and skills that will allow you to confidently teach English to students of any level, age or cultural background. Last but not least, the social program is a unique opportunity to combine learning teaching with learning about the culture of the local area.
All graduates receive a full, ongoing, lifetime job guidance service, thus ensuring their short or long term TEFL future. The Center’s staff is committed to providing their students with the best assistance possible for as long as needed.
You will be working in modern classrooms, and you will have access to a quiet workroom for lesson preparation and self-study complete with computer and internet access.
Our Barcelona School offers you:
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A Student coordinator who will assist you with everything you need to know (visas and work permits, insurance, getting around in the city, things to bring, best airlines, English-speaking doctors and even hairdressers in Barcelona...)
Click Here For Course Summary and Overview
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Accommodation |
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Following acceptance of your enrolment application, the school director will assist you in arranging suitable accommodation that is within your budget. You are assured that accommodation booked through the school will be clean, comfortable and secure. Alternatively, you are free to arrange your own accommodation for the duration of your course. Costs range between 300-600 Euros per month. |
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Getting Here & Visas |
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Air
Barcelona Airport (El Prat Airport) is located 13 km / 8 miles southwest of Barcelona city centre. Barcelona is a big international and domestic destination, with direct flights from North America and many European cities. Barcelona Airport is one of the most modern airports in Europe and you will find a wide range of shops and conveniences. There is a train service from the airport to Barcelona every 30 minutes. It takes 17 minutes to Sants, 23 minutes to Plaza Catalunya, 26 minutes to Arc de Triomf and 30 minutes to Clot-Aragó.
You can also catch a taxi from the airport to the city centre. The journey into town will take approximately 25 minutes.
Visas
Australian, Canadian, Japanese, New Zealand citizens, and US are among those who may enter as tourists without a visa and stay up to 90 days. EU passport holders can come and go as they please. Nationals of other countries must obtain a visa to enter. Passport valid for 6 months required by all visitors.
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Basic Living Costs |
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Health & Safety |
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The Form E111 is no longer valid. UK Passport holders should obtain a European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) before leaving the UK. The EHIC is available free of charge through most UK post offices or through the UK Department of Health via their website at: www.dh.gov.uk or by telephoning 0800 555 7777 and obtaining their leaflet "Health Advice for Travellers". The EHIC is not a substitute for medical and travel insurance, but entitles you to emergency medical treatment on the same terms as Spanish nationals. You will not be covered for medical repatriation, on-going medical treatment or treatment of a non-urgent nature.
All travellers are advised to take out comprehensive travel & health insurance cover.
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General |
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Like most countries the possession of all recreational drugs in Spain is illegal. However the Spanish authorities take the matter of drugs very seriously and the possession of even small quantities can lead to imprisonment.
In particular, the authorities in Palma de Mallorca and Ibiza are likely to prosecute anyone caught taking or carrying drugs in clubs or other public places. The Madrid City, the Balearics and Canary Islands Regional Governments have banned, other than in registered street cafes and bars, the consumption of alcohol in the street. Failure to respect this law may result in the imposition of fines. |
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Start Dates 2008 |
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- 8 January - 1 February
- 11 February - 7 March
- 10 March - 4 April
- 7 April - 2 May
- 5 May - 30 May
- 9 June - 4 July
- 14 July - 8 August
- 11 August - 5 September (Gracia Festival course)
- 8 September - 3 October
- 13 October - 7 November
- 17 November - 12 December
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Disclaimer: |
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We've tried to make the information on this web site as accurate as possible, but it is provided 'as is' and we accept no responsibility for any loss, injury or inconvenience sustained by anyone resulting from this information. You should verify critical information (like visas, health and safety, customs and transportation) with the relevant authorities before you travel.
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