Teaching Knowledge Test
An internationally recognized qualification that assesses essential knowledge for English language teaching. Suitable for new and experienced teachers.
About the Course
The Cambridge TKT (Teaching Knowledge Test) focuses on practical teaching knowledge rather than teaching experience. It is designed for both new and experienced teachers who want to formalize their skills.
Recommended Proficiency: Minimum CEFR B1 level of English.
- New and experienced teachers
- Teachers of primary, secondary, or adult learners
- English professionals wanting formal credentials
- Individuals strengthening their CV and career prospects
Key Merits & Advantages
Why choose the Cambridge TKT for your career?
Globally Recognised
Respected by employers, schools, and ministries of education worldwide, giving your profile international credibility.
Flexible & Modular
Take one or more modules according to your needs. Perfect for working professionals or those focusing on specific areas.
Enhances Knowledge
Deepens understanding of methodology, classroom management, and terminology to make you more effective.
Career Development
A useful stepping-stone to advanced certifications (CELTA, DELTA) and boosts job opportunities globally.
Cost-Effective
More affordable and accessible than intensive qualifications. Prepare via self-study or short courses.
For All Levels
Ideal whether you are just starting out or have years of experience. Helps formalise your foundation.
Why Institutions & Teachers Value TKT
Who Should Enrol?
Course Modules
Explore the different modules available in the TKT course
Module 1: Background to language learning and teaching
This module tests your knowledge of the terms and concepts common in English language teaching. It also focuses on the factors underpinning the learning of English and knowledge of the range and functions of the pedagogic choices the teacher has at their disposal to cater for these learning factors.
Module 2: Lesson planning and resource use
This module focuses on what teachers consider and do while planning their teaching of a lesson or series of lessons. It also refers to the linguistic and methodological reference resources that are available to guide teachers in their lesson planning.
Module 3: Managing teaching and learning
This module tests teachers' knowledge of what happens in the classroom in terms of the language used by the teacher or the learners, the roles the teacher can fulfill, and the ways in which the teacher can manage and exploit classroom events and interaction.
Specialist Module: CLIL
Content and Language Integrated Learning. This module tests knowledge of content and language integrated learning and concepts related to it. It is ideal for teachers who teach other subjects through English or who want to specialize in this area.
Specialist Module: Young Learners (YL)
This module tests knowledge of young learners and of the theories, approaches, methodologies, and activities that influence teaching and learning English to young learners.
Format & Structure
Modular Design
Take any combination of modules in your own order and pace.
Exam Style
Each module is a multiple-choice exam consisting of an 80-minute test.
Certification
Cambridge awards certification for every module completed. You will receive a separate certificate for each module.
Ready to Advance Your Teaching Career?
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