Active Centre of English Training (ACET) Cork
ACET is a family run school with 45 years experience. Our centre is located in an elegant & stylish building in the heart of Cork city centre. Our boutique school boasts a Georgian chic interior with excellent facilities & technology to enhance learning.
Snapshot
12 classrooms
Good nationality mix
library available
250 students per month
Certifications
Wifi available
About
ACET is a family run school with 45 years experience. Our centre is located in an elegant & stylish building in the heart of Cork city centre. Our boutique school boasts a Georgian chic interior with excellent facilities & technology to enhance learning.
We have developed and firmly established a reputation of professionalism and excellence based on understanding the needs of clients thanks to our innovative, progressive and enthusiastic attitude. We offer a wide range of English courses.
We pride ourselves on providing courses and services of the highest standard to our clients. Proof of this is that we are the No. 1 Award winning Boutique School in Cork.
Please see our most recent awards, nominations and winnings:
https://www.acetireland.ie/home/award-winning-school-in-cork/
As the only EAQUALS and IALC school in Cork, we have developed and firmly established a reputation of professionalism and excellence based on understanding the needs of agents and clients thanks to our innovative, progressive and enthusiastic attitude. We offer a wide range of courses and programmes including General English, Business English, Examination Preparation, Executive English for Professionals, Teacher Training courses, English for Special Purposes, Individual courses, as well as student groups and an academic year programme and our exciting Junior and Family programmes. We are the authorised Cambridge ESOL examination centre in Cork, offering the FCE, CAE, CPE, and IELTS examinations. We also offer TOEFL & TOEIC and LanguageCert examinations.
We pride ourselves on providing courses and services of the highest standard to our clients at competitive prices. Our teaching and administrative staff ensure a welcoming and friendly atmosphere and are proud of the individual care and attention given to each student.
Select a course
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Refresher course for Non Native teachers
Type of course English for Specific Needs
Name of course Refresher course for Non Native teachers
Timetable Morning classes
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Overview
Refresher courses are designed for non-native teachers of English (Primary & Secondary Teachers) who wish to improve their professional skills and English language competence.
Practical Teaching Methodology
• Language awareness and analysis
• Classroom management and lesson planning
• Developing reading, listening, writing, speaking and vocabulary skills and strategies
• Current Issues in methodology, materials evaluation and development
• Use of authentic material, games and technology in the classroom
Levels offered Advanced
duration Consult one of our agencies
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General English
Type of course General English
Name of course General English
Timetable Morning classes, Afternoon classes
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Overview
Teachers focus on practical communication skills with emphasis on speaking and listening. Reading and writing activities provides opportunities for pair and group work. Vocabulary, idioms and grammar are practised in interesting and stimulating ways to achieve fluency. Courses have a cultural component to give clients an insight into the Irish culture and the Irish way of life.
Levels offered Elementary, Intermediate, Advanced
duration Consult one of our agencies
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Cambridge examination classes
Type of course Cambridge Preparation
Name of course Cambridge examination classes
Timetable Morning classes
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Overview
The FCE, CAE & CPE Cambridge Examination Course prepare clients for the 4 components of the examinations: Reading and Use of English, Writing, Listening Comprehension and Speaking. We are the Authorised testing centre in Cork, so clients can take their examinations here at the school.
Levels offered Intermediate, Advanced
duration Consult one of our agencies
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Gold programme
Type of course English for Specific Needs
Name of course Gold programme
Timetable Morning classes
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Overview
The ideal opportunity to visit Ireland for a stimulating and purposeful holiday.
The Gold Programme is an interesting language and cultural activities course developed to suit the over 50s age group.
The English course focuses on developing practical communication on skills both inside and outside the classroom. In the relaxed and productive atmosphere in class, you will develop your skills, increase your vocabulary and become a more confident speaker.
Levels offered Elementary, Intermediate, Advanced
duration Consult one of our agencies