NOTE: To secure a spot on a course, all applicants must complete the application and interview process and pay the course fee no later than 3 weeks prior to the start date.
CELTA at Missouri State University
The CELTA course helps you begin or further your career in TEFL/TESOL.
CELTA is one of the most widely accepted TEFL/TESOL qualifications in the world. This 120-hour teaching certification program provides the skills, knowledge, and hands-on practice to pursue a rewarding career in teaching at home or abroad. Anyone can benefit from the CELTA’s mix of teacher development, pedagogical concepts, practical experience, and feedback.
Length: 19 weeks/synchronous class sessions
Cost: $2600.00 USD (Early Bird discount: $2300.00 USD if paid at least 6 weeks prior to start date)
Certificates: Standard CELTA Certificate (does not indicate an online course) + MSU Certificate in Teaching English Online
Upcoming CELTA Online Courses
All sessions are 6-9:30 p.m. Central US time.
| Course Dates | Live Session Days |
|---|---|
| August 11 – December 15, 2026 [DEADLINE for completing interview + paying course fee is July 21] CURRENTLY MAXED OUT |
Tuesdays |
| September 9, 2026 – February 3, 2027 [DEADLINE for completing interview + paying course fee is August 19] |
Wednesdays |
| October 5, 2026 – February 22, 2027 [DEADLINE for completing interview + paying course fee is September 14] |
Mondays |