DELTA COURSE

BROCHURE
2015/16
DIPLOMA IN ENGLISH LANGUAGE TEACHING TO ADULTS

Why study DELTA at ATTC?

The Diploma in English Language Teaching to Adults (DELTA) is issued by
Cambridge English Language Assessment, a not-for-profit department of
the University of Cambridge.
The prestigious DELTA qualification is held by many of the worlds
most experienced teachers, head teachers, directors of studies and
teacher trainers.
The DELTA at ATTC addresses all the course objectives set by Cambridge
English Language Assessment.
The trainers who lead ATTC courses are highly experienced teachers and
teacher trainers, and are all Cambridge accredited DELTA trainers.
ATTC DELTA graduates have excellent teaching opportunities and
employment pathways around the world.

Diploma in English Language Teaching

to Adults (DELTA)
Issued by Cambridge English Language Assessment,
a not-for-profit department of the University of Cambridge,
the prestigious DELTA qualification is held by many of the
worlds most experienced teachers, head teachers, directors
of studies and teacher trainers.
The course is designed for in-service teachers
of English who work in a variety of teaching
contexts e.g. adult, primary or secondary, and
provides the opportunity to:
acquire new insights into the area
of English Language Teaching (ELT)
to adults and a deeper understanding
of the principles and practices
review and update current beliefs
and practices
extend expertise in a specialist area.
It is also intended for an international
audience of non-first language or first
language teachers of English.

Course structure
The DELTA qualification is made up of
three modules:
Module One Understanding language,
methodology and resources for teaching
Module Two Developing
professional practice
Module Three Extending practice and
English language teaching specialism OR
English language teaching management
We are accepting applications for
courses in 2015:
Module One

17 August-27 November 2015

Part time (2 evenings, Saturday
morning) 15 week face-to-face course
Exam held 2 December 2015
Module Two

1 February-13 May 2016

Part time (2 evenings, Saturday
morning) 15 week face-to-face course
Assessment completed during
the course
Module Three

Starting Monday 1 February 2016 or

Monday 16 May 2016

This is not a course but supervision

of independent work towards submission
of extended written assignment by
1 June 2016.

Assessment requirements
Module One

This will be assessed by written examination

consisting of two parts, each taking 1 hour
and 30 minutes.
The 2015 examination will take place on
Wednesday 2 December 2015 at ATTCs
Sydney CBD Campus, or at another
registered Cambridge Language Assessment
examination centre. The 2016 examinations
will take place on the first Wednesday of
June and December.

Module Two

The assessment of Module Two

requires submission of 4 background
essays, lesson plans and self-evaluation
reports based on four observed assessed
lessons and the teaching of 4 observed
assessed lessons (3 internally and
1 externally assessed). In addition,
participants need to pass a Professional
Development Assignment and carry out
guided observations of experienced
teachers for a minimum of 10 hours.
Module Three

This module is assessed by an extended

written assignment of 4,000-4,500 words
and is to be submitted to Cambridge.
Participants are expected to submit their
assignment prior to 2 December 2015,
1 June 2016 or 1 December 2016 via our
Sydney office.
Full details of the Cambridge English
Language Assessment requirements
are listed on their website at
www.cambridgeenglish.org/delta.

Diploma in English Language Teaching to Adults (DELTA)

DELTA Certification
On successful completion of all 3 modules,
participants are awarded the full DELTA
certificate. Grades include Pass with
Distinction, Pass with Merit, Pass and Fail.
Certificates will also be issued for the
successful completion of each module.

Entry requirements
DELTA applicants are required to:
have a minimum of a years ELT
experience (600 hours)
have an initial ELT teaching qualification
have competence in both written and
spoken English that enables all course
work to be followed and assessment
elements to be completed successfully
c omplete 3 application tasks
(Module Two only)
Please Note: In order to enrol in the DELTA
course at ATTC, you should be in good health
and be able to manage the stress arising
from an challenging course of this nature.
This course is not ideal if you have other

commitments that prevent you from being

able to fulfil these requirements. It is
anticipated that you will need to complete
100 hours of reading, research and
assignment preparation in addition to the
face to face course component.

Course fees
Module One: AUD$1,465
Module Two: AUD$2,000
Module Three: AUD$350
Assessment fees are also payable through
ATTC to Cambridge as follows:
Module One: GBP107
Module Two: GBP129
Module Three: GBP75.50

Resources
A recommended list of useful books and
texts will be provided. Students will be
able to borrow books from the Teacher
Training resource collection on campus
and will have access to the colleges
teaching resources.

To apply
Submit the following items together to
info.attc@navitas.com:
completed application form
completed application tasks
(Module Two only)
a copy of your photo ID i.e. driver
licence or passport
a resume with details of your relevant
adult language teaching experience,
specifying the levels and types of
classes taught
copies of all relevant certificates,
diplomas or degrees
the name and contact details (including
email/fax) of a supervisor who has
recently observed your teaching and is
willing to provide a brief reference
supporting your application

Course overview
ATTC runs a course for Module One and Module Two and an individual supervision program
for Module Three. The DELTA at ATTC addresses all the course objectives set by Cambridge
English Language Assessment.
Module One - Understanding
language, methodology and
resources for teaching
This module focuses on the background to
teaching and learning English in a range of
contexts. Topics include:
theoretical perspectives on language
acquisition and language teaching
different approaches and
methodologies, including current
developments
language systems and learners
linguistic problems
language skills and learners problems
knowledge of resources, materials and
reference sources for language learning

preparation for teaching English

language learners
evaluating, selecting and using
resources and materials
managing and supporting learning
evaluation of lesson preparation
and teaching
observation/evaluation of other
teachers lessons
professionalism and opportunities for
professional development

Module Three
Option 1: Extending practice and
English language teaching specialism

key concepts and terminology related

to assessment

This module focuses on needs analysis,

syllabus design, course planning
and assessment in the context of a
selected specialism.

Module Two - Developing

professional practice

Option 2: English language teaching

management

This module focuses on the principles

and practice of planning and teaching.
Topics include:

This module focuses on situation

analysis and planning, and implementing
change in the context of a selected
management specialism.

the language learner and the language

learning context

Diploma in English Language Teaching to Adults (DELTA)

Why choose The Australian TESOL

Training Centre (ATTC)?
Gain an internationally
recognised teaching
qualification
The most widely recognised qualifications
for English language teaching are those
offered by Cambridge English Language
Assessment. Their TESOL Certificate (CELTA)
and Diploma (DELTA) qualifications meet the
national requirements for English teachers of
overseas students in Australia and are
recognised by English language colleges
around the world. ATTC offers attractive
study pathways for DELTA qualified teachers.

Study at the longest established

Cambridge ESOL Training
Centre in Australia
In 1983 ATTC became the first centre in
Australia to offer the prestigious Cambridge
English Language Assessment CELTA and
DELTA qualifications, and trains over 500
teachers each year in a range of programs.
ATTC also designs and delivers specialist
courses for educational institutions and
Ministries of Education around the world.

Benefit from our experienced

and professional teacher
training team
The trainers who lead ATTC courses are
highly experienced teachers and teacher

trainers, and are all Cambridge accredited

DELTA trainers. All members of our training
team hold specialist qualifications and all
DELTA tutors hold Masters Degrees in the
fields of Applied Linguistics or English
Language Teaching, with a wealth of
experience in many countries and
teaching contexts.

Employment opportunities
There are many job opportunities for ATTC
CELTA and DELTA participants within
Australia and overseas. Local and
international colleges recruit directly from
our courses and we will send you our job
e-letter on a regular basis.
There is also an opportunity to take up a free
4 week voluntary placement as assistant
teacher in one of the Navitas English
colleges teaching the AMEP (Adult Migrant
English Program), which can provide an
introduction to a career and study pathway
option after DELTA.
ATTC is the TESOL training division of
Navitas, which has English language schools
around Australia and overseas. Teachers
who successfully complete our courses are
in a good position to find employment within
our organisation or within other recognised
and accredited Australian institutions.

Develop your career

ATTC DELTA graduates have excellent
teaching opportunities and employment
pathways around the world. If you are
interested in further study you can transfer
credit from your DELTA to related postgraduate degrees. ATTC advises all
graduates that these transfer arrangements
can be changed by the institutions, and
to contact the universities directly for
further information.
University of Wollongong - 2 out of 6
subjects of the Master of Education
(TESOL) - can be taken by distance
M
acquarie University - 4 credit points
(LING938) on the MA Applied Linguistics
- can be taken by distance
University of New South Wales - 2 out of
6 subjects of the MA Applied Linguistics

Make use of great facilities,

resources and services
All ATTC centres are located centrally, with
modern and comfortable premises.
DELTA candidates can borrow from the
Navitas library and use computers and
study rooms. Classrooms are equipped
with interactive whiteboards, computers
and data projectors.

Navitas provides you with the education you need,

to get where you want to be in life. From English
language skills and courses to help you enter
university, to training for the workplace, Navitas
colleges and campuses in 28 countries will support
you every step of the way.
With over 120 Navitas and SAE Institution locations
across the globe, and over 80,000 students
currently studying with us, we understand the
worlds learning needs. Weve become one of the
most trusted providers of education and training in
the world.
Navitas offers to students, professionals
and migrants from around the world, the
following opportunities:

English language training

High school studies
University preparation and programs
Post-secondary education for creative
media technology
Career advancement programs
Student recruitment
Internship programs
Migrant settlement services

We also offer customised workplace training

for companies, and a range of training and
settlement services for the Australian Government.
Wherever you are, and wherever you want to be, the
knowledge and resources of our staff around the
world will ensure your success.

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Asia

Europe

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Campus of Curtin University)
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Singapore, Thailand

SAE Institutions Austria, Belgium, France,

Germany, Greece, Italy, Netherlands, Romania,
Serbia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland,
Turkey

Australia

SAE Institutions Jordan, Saudi Arabia, UAE

ACAP (Australian College of Applied Psychology)

ATTC (Australian TESOL Training Centre)
CELUSA (Centre for English Language
in the University of South Australia)
Curtin College Curtin University, Perth
Curtin University Sydney
Eynesbury The University of Adelaide
and University of South Australia
Hawthorn-Melbourne
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La Trobe University Sydney Campus
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MQC Macquarie University, Sydney
Navitas English
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NIC The University of Newcastle
PIBT Edith Cowan University, Perth
QIBT Griffith University, Brisbane, Gold Coast
SAE Institutions Adelaide, Brisbane, Byron Bay,
Melbourne, Perth, Sydney
SAIBT University of South Australia, Adelaide
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Canada
FIC Simon Fraser University, Vancouver
ICM the University of Manitoba, Winnipeg

Middle East

New Zealand
SAE Institute, Auckland
UCIC University of Canterbury, Christchurch
United Kingdom

BCUIC Birmingham City University

CRIC Anglia Ruskin University, Cambridge
EIC Edinburgh Napier University
HIC University of Hertfordshire, Hatfield
ICP University of Portsmouth
ICRGU Robert Gordon University, Aberdeen
ICWS Swansea University
LBIC Brunel University London
PUIC Plymouth University
SAE Institutions Glasgow, Liverpool,
London, Oxford

United States of America

Navitas at FAU Florida Atlantic University
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University of Massachusetts Boston
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University of Massachusetts Dartmouth
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University of Massachusetts Lowell
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SAE Institutions Atlanta, Chicago, Los Angeles,
Miami, Nashville, New York, San Francisco

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