Why Istanbul?

There, God and human, nature and art are together, they have created such a perfect place that it is valuable to see." Lamartine's famous poetic line reveals his love for Istanbul, describing the embracing of two continents, with one arm reaching out to Asia and the other to Europe.

Istanbul, once known as the capital of capital cities, has many unique features. It is the only city in the world to straddle two continents, and the only one to have been a capital during two consecutive empires - Christian and Islamic. Once capital of the Ottoman Empire, Istanbul still remains the commercial, historical and cultural pulse of Turkey, and its beauty lies in its ability to embrace its contradictions. Ancient and modern, religious and secular, Asia and Europe, mystical and earthly all co-exist here.

Its variety is one of Istanbul's greatest attractions: The ancient mosques, palaces, museums and bazaars reflect its diverse history. The thriving shopping area of Taksim buzzes with life and entertainment. And the serene beauty of the Bosphorus, Princes Islands and parks bring a touch of peace to the otherwise chaotic metropolis.

Kent English- Via Lingua Istanbul offers 1-month courses after completing of which a certificate in TEFL is awarded. Via Lingua is a member of IATEFL ( International Association of Teaching English as a Foreign Language).

Via Lingua's certificate is accepted world-wide and Kent English is their only representative in Turkey.
Joining our CTEFL course will give you an insight of teaching and will prepare you to face the EFL classroom after completing the course. In fact, one of our highlights and particular features is the use of real ESL classes for the teaching practices.
Via Lingua Istanbul CTEFL course is an experience which will unfold to you the pleasure of the teaching world surrounded by a unique mixture of cultures and remains of ancient civilizations. Whether you like interacting with people, getting to know other cultures, or whether you are planning to change career, Via Lingua CTEFL is the answer.
Join Via Lingua CTEFL courses and start an unforgettable experience where East meets West.

The city

Istanbul, a world metropolis, has developed into the 9th largest city on Earth largely due to its geopolitical location. It is spread over 7,500 km2 of land and is home to an estimated 12-15 million inhabitants. The only city worldwide to have developed on two continents, Istanbul consists of, on the European side, the Historical Peninsula to the south of the Golden Horn with the Galata District to the north and, on the Asian side, is the New City. The European side of the city is the trade and business center, whereas the residential side is located on the Asian side.

Istanbul has a long and interesting history: Byzantium was the city's original name; it was changed to Constantinople during the height of the Holy Roman Empire. Today, the city is still a political and commercial center for the Balkan and Middle Eastern countries, as well as the Turkish Republics of Central Asia. As the city is the crossroads of East and West, the cultural, religious, and arcitechtural synthesis is unlike any other city. Often compared with Rome, both having been the capitals of Byzantine and Ottoman Empires, for its many similarities including the numerous and imposing religious and civil structures, Istanbul is a mecca for tourism and an interesting place to visit for anyone.

The natural beauty of the Golden Horn is reason enough to visit this part of the world. The moderate climate, active night life, diverse population, and excellent Turkish cuisine are other factors which make Istanbul attractive for foreigners.

As Istanbul is an ever-growing city with its population increasing around 5 % per annum, the teaching opportunities here are plentiful. There are numerous language schools catering to every level from primary schools to businesses; any graduate should be able to find a niche in Istanbul. Due to the high demand for teachers here, it is the right choice to attend a CTEFL course.

Via Lingua CTEFL courses

Our internationally recognised TEFL course is delivered through a combination of workshops, seminars and demonstrations, and is designed to ensure you take an active role in your development as a TEFL teacher.

With 120 hours of training, and including 10 hours of assessed teaching practice, the Via Lingua TEFL certificate course exceeds all professional guidelines for the regulation of international TEFL certification courses.

At Via Lingua your ability as a language teacher will largely be assessed by your performance in the classroom. This, combined with our experiential training principles, makes Via Lingua the most practical TEFL certificate course available today.

Via Lingua is a global educational organization, with schools and offices across four continents. Our principle goals are to help our students develop their English language teaching (TEFL) skills in a friendly and supportive environment and to provide them with employment opportunities throughout their TEFL career. Further to these goals, we aim to raise the standard of English language teaching around the world.

Our TEFL Course, based on established TEFL principles and developed over a period of years by our Academic Board, is one of the most thorough and up-to-date in the world today. Including 120 hours of expert tuition with 10 hours of assessed teaching practice, and covering all areas of Teaching Skills, Classroom Management, English Grammar and Phonology, it exceeds all international guidelines laid down for the regulation of the TEFL profession.

Via Lingua is an institutional member of IATEFL (International Association of Teaching English as a Foreign Language).