Format
Objective, multiple-choice tasks — paper-based and marked to a clear, consistent standard.
Professional · For Teachers
Prove your teaching knowledge.
TKT is a series of flexible, internationally recognised tests for teachers of English — build your confidence and earn a Cambridge English certificate for each module you complete.
At a Glance
The Teaching Knowledge Test, in brief.
Modules
Five modules in total — take as many as you like, in any order or combination.
Recommended level
Suited to teachers with English at CEFR B1+ and above.
Certificate
A Cambridge English certificate for every module you complete — yours to keep.
Framework
Results map to Foundation → Developing on the Cambridge English Teaching Framework.
The Test
Five modules, taken your way.
Take as many modules as you want, in any order or combination — there is no fixed sequence and no need to sit them together. You earn a separate Cambridge English certificate for each module you complete.
Core Modules 01 — 03
Background to language learning & teaching
The concepts and terminology behind how languages are learned and taught.
Lesson planning & use of resources
Planning effective lessons and selecting the right resources for language teaching.
Managing the teaching & learning process
The language and classroom strategies used to manage teaching and learning.
Specialist Modules Optional
Content & Language Integrated Learning
Teaching curriculum subjects through the medium of English — planning, support and assessment.
Young Learners
The knowledge and skills for teaching English to children, from planning to classroom practice.
Who It's For
Built for teachers at every stage.
A globally recognised benchmark of your teaching knowledge.
TKT is designed to be accessible and flexible — whether you are taking your first steps into the classroom or have years of experience and want a formal, internationally respected record of what you know.
New and experienced teachers building or confirming their core teaching knowledge.
Primary, secondary or adult teachers of English across any setting.
First-language and non-first-language speakers of English alike.
Teachers seeking formal, globally recognised recognition of their teaching knowledge.
Register at JPI
Three steps to your Cambridge certificate.
1
Choose your module(s)
Decide which of the five modules you'd like to take — one, several or all, in any combination.
2
Register at a JPI centre
TKT is paper-based and offered on demand. Register at your nearest JPI centre, ideally up to six weeks before a session.
3
Sit the test & certify
Take the test under invigilated conditions and receive a Cambridge English certificate for each module you complete.
You should ideally have English at CEFR B1+Not sure of your level? Our advisors will help you choose the right modules.
Get Started
Take the next step in your teaching career.
Register for one module or all five — our team will help you plan the path that suits you best.
