The highest grade in CELTA (Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults) is Pass A.
This indicates that the candidate has demonstrated a high level of understanding and application of the principles of teaching English as a foreign language. While Pass is the most common grade, achieving Pass A signifies an exceptional performance in the course, demonstrating a strong grasp of the theoretical and practical aspects of teaching.
While there is no set pass mark for Pass A, it generally reflects a consistently high standard across various components of the course, including:
- Teaching practice: Demonstrating effective teaching skills, planning engaging lessons, and providing constructive feedback to learners.
- Assignments: Completing all coursework to a high standard, reflecting on teaching practice, and applying theoretical concepts to real-life situations.
- Professional development: Showing a strong commitment to ongoing professional growth and a willingness to learn and adapt.