Soft Skills for Teaching Techniques in Porto

Porto isn’t just a city you visit, it’s a place you feel. Set along the banks of the Douro River, this northern Portuguese gem is full of character, charm, and quiet energy, making it the perfect backdrop for your learning journey.

Here, past and present live side by side. You’ll study in a city where baroque churches meet bold street art, and traditional riverside taverns sit steps away from trendy design cafés. Whether you’re exploring the narrow alleyways of the historic Ribeira district or taking in the views from Dom Luís I Bridge, Porto surrounds you with inspiration at every turn.

This course takes place right in the heart of it all, in a setting that encourages both academic focus and personal discovery. After class, enjoy a glass of world-famous Port wine, stroll along the Atlantic coast, or soak in the warmth of a city that welcomes you like a local.

Portugal’s maritime legacy may have shaped its history, but Porto’s spirit is what will shape your experience: grounded, generous, and quietly unforgettable.

If you’re looking for a destination that nurtures both your professional and personal growth, Porto is calling.

👉 Discover more about Porto here

Soft skills are personal attributes, as well as personality traits, social skills and communication skills. They characterize how an individual interacts with peers within and outside the work environment. Different from the so–called hard skills, soft skills involve emotions and intuition, both responsible for the ability to express and interpret the feelings of another person. Teachers need to be highly skilled in all these areas to be excellent in their profession. It’s not just important for teachers to give quality lectures; they also need to be able to transfer knowledge, skills, and values at the same time.

Soft skills for teachers are thus as important as their in-depth knowledge of a particular subject. It is only through soft skills that a teacher can introduce creative and effective solutions to their students’ problems.

22,5 hours per week

Course Objectives:

• Develop soft skills to overcome communication barriers. Provide tools for more effective communication and to motivate different personality types. Understand group dynamics. Enable the participants to understand learners & colleagues’ needs.
• Acquire knowledge and tips related to delivering effective public speeches (how to structure and plan effectively a speech), communication skills and learning styles.
• Provide practical tools for identifying and changing unsupportive behaviours. Enhance communicative competence in English.
• Increase confidence in speaking publicly: articulate clear questions and ideas in class discussion. Transfer and share core values, experiences and effective teaching practices with other teachers and colleagues. Provide teachers with an insight into Porto and Portuguese culture and heritage.

Dates 2025:

October 26th – October 31st

November 23rd – November 28th

Timetable*

*can be subjected to changes

With over 20 years of experience delivering high-quality teacher training, our school in Porto has built a solid reputation for excellence, innovation, and professionalism. This is more than a training centre, it’s a place where educators grow, evolve, and leave inspired.

The school’s team of highly qualified and experienced teacher trainers are leaders in their field. Many have spent years in both teaching and teacher education, bringing a wealth of classroom expertise, creativity, and insight to each session.

Training courses here are renowned across Europe for their high standards, practical relevance, and supportive approach. Whether you’re looking to refresh your methodology, explore new classroom strategies, or simply connect with like-minded educators, this is the place to do it, with guidance from professionals who are passionate about teaching and teacher development.

Join a legacy of excellence and become part of a learning community that truly empowers educators.

Although the course does not include accommodation, please do not hesitate to ask for help if you require assistance.

• Enrollment and level test
• All necessary academic materials
• Course information pack
• Certificate at the end of the course
• 24-hour AGEH support
• Some social activities
• 22.5-hour weekly course