Has anyone ever gone to one of the British Study Centres in England to receive their CELTA certificate (Cambridge's Certificate of English Language Teaching to Adults)? I am thinking of going to the British Study Centre in Oxford to take the month course to get certified to teach English abroad but was wondering what the reputation of the center is if anyone else has done it. Supposedly, Cambridge is very strict about monitoring the schools who offer their certification (CELTA certification) so I hear.

Secondly, I've been what feels like all over the internet (TEFL.com, davescafe.com, all the usual suspects) and kinda get conflicting information regarding whether it's even possible for an American to come out of the program (CELTA) and find a job anywhere in Europe. Well at least Western Europe, but wonder if it's at all possible anywhere in Europe.

I have a BA in International Studies and in Communications and a Certificate in Marketing already. I've also studied in Oxford.
*What I mean, is I know it's possible but how PROBABLE is it for an American to find work in Europe? The European Union says all employers have to search within the union first to find applicants before searching elsewhere, and of course for any country including the US, employers don't like having to provide you a work visa. Trying to get a realistic view of just how good my chances are finding work in Europe if I took the course. I'm interested in teaching English abroad because I enjoy traveling, meeting new ppl and different cultures, and learning other languages. I'm certain the experience would also help my marketability in any career choice I make.

Does anybody know a site or perhaps someone personally that may help me get in contact with Americans who are currently working in Europe teaching English?

I don't think you need to worry about the reputation of the individual school offering the CELTA course, because, as you say, Cambridge is very strict about their quality control. As long as your certificate says 'Cambridge's Certificate of English Language Teaching to Adults' you'll be fine.

You shouldn't have any problems finding a job teaching English once you have completed your CELTA. I'm sure you'd even find work in the UK.
If you do have any problems find a teaching job after finishing your teaching cert. look me up! I have a language school in Thailand, and always looking for good teachers!