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Higher Level ESL Programs: Lower Mainland and Vancouver Island - A guide for newcomers to Canada

This guide contains advanced English courses appropriate for newcomers to British Columbia. If you need to enhance your language skills before you can obtain employment, use this guide to find schools and courses appropriate for your job and industry.

Contact the schools for tuition costs, admission requirements and further information. For other courses that would be helpful to improve your English, ask the schools for a current list of courses appropriate for your industry or browse the website for more information.

The Index of Schools contains full contact information for each school. For an explanation of Canadian Language Benchmarks (CLB) levels, used to assess English skills, see the CLB section of this document.

Contents

Technical and Trade Sector
Health Sector
Business Sector
General
Index of Schools: Lower Mainland
Index of Schools: Vancouver Island
Index of Schools: Distance Education
Canadian Language Benchmarks
Additional Resources

Technical and Trade Sector

BC Institute of Technology

http://www.bcit.ca
http://www.bcit.ca/cas/communication/peld/ Professional English Language Development

  • Technical and Business English for ESL Speakers (COMM 0071)
    http://www.bcit.ca/study/courses/comm0071
    This introductory course provides students with a foundation in English language skills, including reading, writing, speaking and listening. It emphasizes developing accurate writing, in particular, applying grammar rules and appropriate phrasing. Each week students will be introduced to topics based on themes found in business, technology, and trades. 
    Language Assessment: In-house written test (BCIT Comm 0009). $45 fee.
    Level : CLB 6/7
    Hours of Instruction: 81-120
    Cost: $670
  • Writing, Speaking, Listening and Reading Skills for Technical Communication (COMM 0003)
    http://www.bcit.ca/study/courses/comm0003
    This course provides students with writing, speaking, listening, and reading skills useful for technical communication. Students will practice grammar skills and language structures including writing and speaking about their background, writing formal definitions and descriptions, summarizing, and making presentations. 
    Language Assessment: In-house written test (BCIT Comm 0009). $45 fee.
    Level: CLB 7
    Hours of Instruction: 81-120
    Cost: $680
  • Technical Communication Skills for EAL Students (COMM 0004)
    http://www.bcit.ca/study/outlines/comm0004200920
    In this course students will practice grammar skills and language structures useful for technical communication, including writing and speaking about their background, writing formal definitions and descriptions, summarizing, and making presentations. 
    Language Assessment: In-house written test (BCIT Comm 0009). $45 fee.
    Level: CLB 7/8
    Hours of Instruction: 81- 120
    Cost: $680
  • Technical English and Learning Skills for EAL Students (COMM 0005)
    http://www.bcit.ca/study/courses/comm0005
    This course prepares students whose first language is not English but who have good writing and speaking skills. Students will learn the writing, reading, speaking, listening and study skills necessary for BCIT full-time programs. This course covers essentials of business language skills. A grade of 50% in this course equals a “P” in English 12. 
    Language Assessment: In-house written test (BCIT Comm 0009). $45 fee.
    Level: CLB 8/9
    Hours of Instruction: 81- 120
    Cost: $670
  • Oral Fluency for Business and Technical Communication (COMM 0030)
    http://www.bcit.ca/study/courses/comm0030
    This course emphasizes language required for trades, business and science / technology environments and ‘jargon’ of specific fields. Course focuses on pronunciation, intonation and on-the-job speaking skills. Study and practice the essential aspects of spoken English to develop proficiency in conversation, group discussion, meetings, and interviews. Extensive out-of-class resources such as audio laboratory and online assignments will assist students in broadening their knowledge of specific communications skills required for the workplace. 
    Language Assessment: In-house
    Level: CLB 6/7
    Hours of Instruction: 24-50
    Cost: $500

Kwantlen University College

http://www.kwantlen.ca/qualifying/els.html
http://www.kwantlen.ca/calendar/courses/elstcrs.html

  • Trades English 1 (ELST 0160 CR-3)
    Students at the upper-intermediate level will learn and practise academic listening, speaking, and pronunciation skills.  Course develops vocabulary and English communication skills and proficiency with fundamental language related to tools, machines, and technical processes in preparation for entry-level trades training.
    Language Assessment: In-house
    Level: CLB 5/6 at entry; 6/7 at exit
    Hours of Instruction: 45
    Cost: Contact school
  • Trades English 2 (ELST 0260 CR-3)
    Students will develop their English communication skills for entry into Appliance Servicing, Automotive-Industrial Trim, Automotive Parts and Light Warehousing, Automotive Service Technician, Millwright/Industrial Mechanic, Outdoor Power Equipment Technician, or Welding.
    Language Assessment: In-house
    Level: CLB 6/7 at entry; 7/8 at exit
    Hours of Instruction: 45
    Cost: Contact school

Vancouver Community College

http://www.vcc.ca
http://www.vcc.ca/programs-courses/detail.cfm?div_id=5&prog_id=134

  • Communication for Engineering and Technology (ELSK 0730)
    http://www.vcc.ca/programs-courses/college-course.cfm?prog_id=134&crs_id=2743&div_id=5
    This course is designed to improve the functional language of English as a Second Language Learners who have been educated internationally for a variety of occupations in engineering and technology. The emphasis of the course is on improving speaking and listening skills while expanding the vocabulary, socio-cultural competency and knowledge of the Canadian engineering and technology field.
    Language Assessment: in-house (CLB Level 7 required)
    Cost: contact institution

Health Sector

Courses for nurses often use CELBAN assessment levels rather than CLB. CELBAN is the Canadian English Language Benchmark Assessment for Nurses, used to assess the English language proficiency of internationally-educated nurses who are applying for licensure in the nursing profession in Canada. You can learn more at http://www.celban.org/

BC Institute of Technology

http://www.bcit.ca/cas/communication/peld/

  • Oral Fluency for Health Sciences (COMM 0031)
    http://www.bcit.ca/study/courses/comm0031
    This course provides opportunities for individuals working in health fields to improve their listening and speaking communication skills for successful participation in the workplace. This course also meets entry standards for various BCIT programs. Particular attention is paid to fine tuning English pronunciation and further developing conversational fluency. The course introduces individuals to specialized software that will assist them towards reducing heavy accents and gaining more confidence in their conversational and pronunciation skills.
    Language Assessment: In-house
    Level: CLB 6/7
    Hours of Instruction: 40-80
    Cost: $600

Camosun College

http://camosun.ca/

  • ELD 056 ELD for Health Care Assistant
    This course for non-native English speakers provides language development and support for students studying the Health Care Assistant program. It concentrates on vocabulary, pronunciation, listening, reading and writing skills necessary for students to be successful on the job and at school.
    Language Assessment: In-house assessment/interview
    Level: CLB 7/8
    Hours of Instruction: 8.5 months
    Cost:  $771

Douglas College

http://www.douglas.bc.ca/programs/english-second-language.html

  • Academic Health Care Foundations
    http://www.douglas.bc.ca/programs/english-second-language/academic-health-care-foundations.html
    This program provides the English upgrading needed for studies in the Faculty of Health Sciences.  The one-semester (four month) program is for advanced ESL students:
    • Academic Health Care Listening and Speaking Communication Skills for Students of English as a Second Language (EASL 0810)
    • Academic Health Care Reading and Composition Skills for Students of English as a Second Language.( EASL 0820)

    This program is offered in September and May at the David Lam Campus.
    Language Assessment: In-house
    Hours of Instruction: one semester (four months)
    Cost: contact institution

  • Health Care Support Worker (HCSW) program
    http://douglascollege.ca/programs/health-care-support-worker.html
    The Health Care Support Worker (HCSW) program is a combination of two programs, Home Support/Resident Care Attendant (HS/RC) and Community Mental Health Worker (CMH).  The Home Support Resident Care Attendant program is 27 weeks; the Community Mental Health Worker program is 12 weeks.

    The following four courses are designed for students who are planning to enter the Home Support/Resident Care Attendant (HSRC) Program.
    http://www.douglas.bc.ca/calendar/courses/cesl.html
    Language Assessment: In-house
    Level: CLB 5/6

    • Communication Skills for Home Support/Resident Care Attendant Program Students (EASL 0835)
      Students will practice strategies and techniques to improve language fluency within HSRC educational, employment and social contexts. Students will improve their communication skills for a variety of situations. Facilitating communication and recognizing miscommunication will be emphasized. In addition they will learn language, including idioms and slang, particular to the health care environment. Formal group discussion and leadership skills will also be learned and practiced. Students will prepare and give short formal presentations.
    • Advanced Reading Skills for Home Support/Resident Care Attendant Program Students (EASL 0865)
      This course emphasizes reading longer passages at a reasonable rate and taking notes that would be useful for study and review purposes. Effective academic reading strategies and memory techniques will be studied and practiced. Methods for improving and expanding vocabulary relating to HSRC educational, employment and social contexts will be stressed. Readings will come from a variety of health care materials, including the textbooks and other materials required for the HSRC Program.
    • Upper Intermediate Writing Skills for Home Support/Resident Care Attendant Program Students (EASL 0875)
      Students will practice different types of writing that can be used within HSRC educational, employment and social contexts. Students will generate and organize ideas into increasingly longer compositions and practice editing and revising. Exercises will help students clarify and elaborate supporting points, use grammar, and proofread written work. Exercises and assignments will have a health care focus and content whenever possible.
    • Language Accuracy Skills for Home Support/Resident Care Attendant Program Students (EASL 0885)
      Students will practice strategies and techniques to improve listening and speaking accuracy within HSRC educational, employment and social contexts. This course will introduce the English sound system and major stress and intonation patterns.

      Students will improve listening and speaking skills by practicing phrasing, syllable reduction and linking. In addition, listening skills will be practiced through exercises such as dictation and basic note-taking.

Gladwin Language Centre

http://www.gladwinlanguagecentre.com

  • CELBAN Preparation for Nurses
    http://www.gladwinlanguagecentre.com/viewcategory/9
    Learn Medical English:  Writing, Vocabulary, Speaking, Pronunciation.  Practice for the CELBAN Test for Immigrant Nurses. 
    Language Assessment: In-house
    Level: CLB 7/8/9
    Hours of Instruction: 30 (10 sessions)
    Cost: $250


Kwantlen University College

http://www.kwantlen.ca/calendar/easlcrs.html
http://www.kwantlen.ca/qualifying/els/gneal.html

  • English Upgrading for Graduate Nurses I (EASL 1100 CR-3.5)
    Students will learn reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills necessary for the provision of effective nursing care. They will remediate language skill deficiencies, learn effective study skills, and prepare for standardized language proficiency examinations such as the Test of Spoken English (TSE), the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the International English Language Testing Service (IELTS). Students will learn and practice team skills.
    Language Assessment: ELST Writing Assessment and in-house speaking and listening test ($70)
    Level: CLB 6/7
    Cost: contact school
  • English Upgrading for Graduate Nurses II (EASL 1200 CR-5)
    Students will build on the reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills acquired in EASL 1100. They will apply their skills to a broader range of topics and intensify their level of critical response. Students will further extend their control of medical terminology and continue to prepare for standardized language proficiency examinations such as the Test of Spoken English (TSE), the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the International English Language Testing Service (IELTS) as needed. In additional, students will prepare for employment by creating a resume and practicing job interview skills.
    Language Assessment: ELST Writing Assessment and in-house speaking and listening test ($70)
    Level: CLB 6/7
    Cost:  contact school
  • English Upgrading for Graduate Nurses III (EASL 1300 CR-1)
    Students who have not achieved program goals for language proficiency will study materials suited to their identified needs. Students who have achieved program goals for language proficiency will carry forward the mark received in EASL 1200.
    Language Assessment: ELST Writing Assessment and in-house speaking and listening test ($70)
    Level: CLB 6/7
    Hours of Instruction: contact school
    Cost: contact school
  • Graduate Nurse with English as an Additional Language Certificate
    This program prepares internationally educated nurses to work as registered nurses in British Columbia. This program is designed for nurses who are required by the College of Registered Nurses of British Columbia to upgrade their English language skills to accepted levels, renew and enhance nursing knowledge and skills, to write the Canadian Registered Nurse Examination.
    Language Assessment: CELBAN, TOEFL, IELTS and SLEP, SPEAK
    Level: CLB 6/7 at entry; CLB 7/8/9 at exit
    Hours of Instruction: Full-time
    Cost: Tuition fees plus approximately $2,000 for materials and testing
  • Professional Communication for Internationally Educated Health Professionals
    http://cmrc-ccosf.ca/files/pdf/Professional%20Communication%20for%20IEHPs%20info%20sheet.pdf
    The Professional Communication for IEHPs course is being offered to internationally educated health professionals to improve workplace communication skills through an interactive, performance-based format. Topics include gathering information skills, therapeutic skills, interpersonal communication ethics and team work skills, assertive communication skills, difficult discussions, problem solving and conflict resolution skills. This is a pilot program jointly funded by Vancouver Coastal Health Authority, Fraser Health Authority and Providence Health Care.
    Language Assessment: Minimum test score CLB 6 (See NOTE below).
    Hours of instruction: 15 weeks (5 days a week for 4 hours per day)
    Cost:  no tuition fees; Kwantlen Polytechnic University Application and Other Student Fees $105

NOTE: The Canadian Language Benchmark Placement Test (CLBPT) can be taken at one of four approved agencies.  The fee for this test varies from $90 - $100

Mohawk College Distance Education (E-learning)

http://www.mohawkcollege.ca/Discover/CCTS/Community.html

  • Healthcare Pre-Bridging Program
    http://www.mohawkcollege.ca/Discover/CCTS/preBridging.html
    This distance education program will help improve the language skills of internationally educated individuals with a healthcare background.  Includes these four modules:
    • Standards and Practices in Ontario (understand the regulatory authority and registration requirements of the healthcare professional associations and licensing bodies.)
    • Terminology in the Workplace (increase your knowledge and oral use of vocabulary, terminology, idiomatic phrases and workplace communication.)
    • Speaking Up, Speaking Out (communicate comfortably in healthcare workplaces and unfamiliar situations with better fluency of the language.)
    • Communications (demonstrate an understanding of the elements of successful communications and relationships with others)

    Language Assessment: N/A
    Level: CLB 7+
    Hours of Instruction: 200 (program is offered by Distance Education and includes 4 modules, 50 hours each (Total 200 hours)
    Cost: contact school

Sprott-Shaw International Language College

http://www.ssilc.com/

  • Medical English
    This course is designed as a program that can be taken in four week blocks. It covers the anatomy & physiology related to the body systems, standard medical abbreviations, basic pharmacology terms and abbreviations with extensive word terminology, and communication skills related to many medical fields.

    Daily classes includes an overview of anatomy and physiology, terminology and common medical abbreviations related to body systems and general heath care and, an overview of vocabulary, reading and writing skills, through inter-active work, presentations and research. Afternoons are dedicated to developing communication skills, focusing on the patient-professional relationship and day-to- day talk through classmates interacting and discussing materials from the books or chosen by the teacher.
    Language Assessment: In-house test
    Level: CLB 7+
    Hours of Instruction: 12 week (300 hrs)
    Cost: approx. $4000 (tuition, registration fee, materials)

Vancouver Community College

http://www.vcc.ca/programs-courses/detail.cfm?div_id=5&prog_id=134

English for Career Preparation and Advancement

  • English for Health Sciences 1 (ELSK 1044H)
    http://www.vcc.ca/programs-courses/college-course.cfm?prog_id=134&crs_id=2962&div_id=5
    This course is designed for ESL learners at CLB 6 who have career goals in health care but who need to improve their fluency, clear speech, self-confidence and listening skills, and expand their vocabulary. This course focuses on the language skills needed for those currently employed in Health Sciences programs or for entry into ELSK 1084 English for Health Sciences 2. Students successfully completing English for Health Sciences 1 are recognized as meeting the English requirement for entry to Health Sciences 2.
    Language Assessment: Internal English Language Assessment ($90)
    Level: CLB 5/6
    Hours of Instruction: contact school
    Cost: contact school
  • English for Health Sciences 2 (ELSK 1084)
    http://www.vcc.ca/programs-courses/college-course.cfm?prog_id=134&crs_id=2352&div_id=5
    This course is designed for ESL learners at CLB 7 who have career goals in health care but who need to improve their fluency, clear speech, self-confidence and listening skills, and expand their vocabulary. This course focuses on the language skills needed for VCC’s Health Sciences programs. Students successfully completing English for Health Sciences 2 are recognized as meeting the English 12 requirement for entry to Health Sciences programs at VCC.
    Language Assessment: Internal English Language Assessment ($90)
    Level: CLB 6/7/8
    Hours of Instruction: Full-time
    Cost: contact school
  • CELBAN Test Prep (CCAC 1004)
    http://www.vcc.ca/programs-courses/college-course.cfm?prog_id=134&crs_id=2679&div_id=5
    CELBAN Test Prep is a short test preparation course for those internationally educated nurses who are applying for licensure either to the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of BC (CLPNBC) or to the College of Registered Nurses of BC (CRNBC) and who are required to demonstrate English language proficiency before entry to practise in the Canadian workplace. The emphasis of the course is to orientate participants to the CELBAN format and provide strategies to perform well in the assessment.
    Language Assessment: Online Readiness Self-Assessment
    Level: CLB 7/8/9
    Hours of Instruction: contact school
    Cost: contact school

Business Sector

Immigrant Services Society of BC (ISSBC) Language College International Studies

http://www.issbc.org/lc.is/

  • Business English Course
    http://www.issbc.org/lc.is/courses/course_business_english.htm
    This 8-week intensive ESL course will help you develop your oral and written business communication skills:
    • Receive training in writing clear, concise business memos, letters and resumes
    • Develop oral presentation and listening skills in business/employment situations


    Language Assessment: In house assessment
    Hours of Instruction: 24
    Cost: $105 for self-funded landed immigrants, citizens, or refugees; $140 for those on visitor, work, or student visas.

  • Business Diploma Program
    http://www.issbc.org/lc.is/courses/course_business_diploma.htm
    This full-time Diploma course is designed for ESL students who wish to develop the English skills to work in a business environment.

    • Learn the fundamental principles of business communication
    • Improve listening, speaking, reading and writing skills through exploration of business topics such as finance, trade, marketing, customer service and office management skills
    • Includes 40 hours of independent activities


    Language Assessment: In house assessment
    Hours of Instruction: approx. 100 hours
    Cost: $980

  • Workplace Preparation
    http://www.issbc.org/lc.is/courses/course_workplace_preparation.htm
    This course will assist you in entering an English-speaking workforce or preparing for a job interview in English.

    • Learn how to generate interviews with a successful resume
    • Learn how to capture attention with an effective cover letter
    • Get feedback from video-taped interview practice
    • Identify your personality and transferable skill sets
    • Learn how to source current jobs and network


    Language Assessment: In house assessment
    Hours of Instruction: 48
    Cost: $360

  • Supervised Business Practicum
    http://www.issbc.org/lc.is/courses/course_business_practicum.htm
    Practice your communication, administrative and clerical skills in a real Canadian work place through assisting with clients and utilizing your computer and English skills while working in a team environment.

    • Includes 6 hours of English/skills training/consultation with an English instructor regarding work assignments

    Language Assessment: In house assessment
    Hours of Instruction:  6 hours plus approximately 54 hours of practicum
    Cost: $400

Langara College


Langara English Proficiency Program (LEPP)
http://www.langara.bc.ca/liberal-arts/lepp/index.html
http://www.langara.bc.ca/liberal-arts/lepp/courses.html

  • Business English LEPP1012
    Develop your workplace communication skills while increasing your ability to handle common business situations. Course topics will cover: telephone strategies, co-worker interactions, meeting participation, presentation skills, and writing letters, memos and emails. Learn appropriate language strategies, vocabulary and idioms for your workplace interactions.
    Language Assessment: Interview and writing assignment
    Level: Intermediate/Upper Intermediate/Advanced CLB
    Hours of Instruction: approximately 48
    Cost: $245
  • Business Writing LEPP1025
    Learn what it takes to write effective business letters, reports, document summaries and emails. Each class includes practice writing different types of business letters and reports and reviews specific vocabulary and grammar that will be incorporated into sentences and then more sophisticated writing projects. Get the skills you need to draft, edit, and finalize business writing communications.
    Language Assessment: Interview and writing assignment
    Level: Intermediate/Upper Intermediate/Advanced CLB
    Hours of Instruction: approximately 20
    Cost: $239

Simon Fraser University

English Language & Culture Program
http://www.sfu.ca/elc/
http://www.sfu.ca/elc/coursedesc.html

  • Business Culture
    Increase your understanding of Canadian business culture and develop the social and communication skills that will enable you to function comfortably in a Canadian business environment.  In this course, you will improve your spoken and written communication skills in conjunction with social interaction skills specific to business.
    Language Assessment: none
    Level: based on participants
    Hours of Instruction: contact school
    Cost: contact institution (cost varies depending on length of program selected)

Stewart College of Languages

http://www.stewartcollege.com/
http://www.stewartcollege.com/english.htm#Biz

  • Business English
    http://www.stewartcollege.com/documents/Pricing_2009.pdf
    Communication based, our Business English Mornings course focuses on English as it is used in today’s global business world. The program includes field trips to places of interest for each topic, and guest speakers on relevant discussion points. Projects and group work help students use English to simulate business situations. Maximum of 12 students/class. Language Assessment: not required, but recommend TOEIC for Asian and BEC for European students.
    Level: approx. CLB 6/7
    Hours of Instruction: 25-28 hours/week depending on option selected (part time/ full time/ intensive)
    Cost: approx. $1000-1200/month, depending on option selected (part time/ full time/ intensive)

General

BC Institute of Technology

Professional English Language Development
http://www.bcit.ca/cas/communication/peld/

  • English for Professionals (For Speakers of English as an Additional Language) COMM 0012
    http://www.bcit.ca/study/courses/comm0012
    Students will learn how to write clear and correct letters, memos, and email. This course is designed for professionals who speak English as an additional language and who would like to improve their written communication skills. Using documents written for work situations students learn to identify and correct the kinds of errors commonly made.  Students may bring along copies of workplace documents so the instructor can give individualized feedback on writing.
    Language Assessment: in-house test ($45)
    Level: CLB 7/8
    Hours of Instruction: 24
    Cost: $245
  • Effective Presentation Skills (For Speakers of English as an Additional Language) COMM 0011
    http://www.bcit.ca/study/courses/comm0011
    Learn how to give more effective presentations at school and in the workplace. This course is designed for speakers of English as an additional language who want to improve their presentation and listening skills. Topics include planning and organizing presentations, preparing visual aids, using appropriate stress and intonation, and effectively asking and answering questions. Your presentations will be videotaped to evaluate your progress and get feedback.
    Language Assessment: in-house test ($45)
    Level: CLB 7/8
    Hours of Instruction: 24
    Cost: $245
  • English Language Training COMM 0045
    http://www.bcit.ca/study/courses/comm0045
    This course provides students with guided opportunities to practice and improve English language skills that they need for success in first term COMM courses and in the workplace. The course will focus on writing and reading skills, and students will study key language points they need to master in order to produce standard, idiomatic English sentences and paragraphs.
    Language Assessment: in-house test
    Level: CLB 8/9
    Hours of Instruction: 36
    Cost: $305

Camosun College

http://camosun.ca/learn/programs/cape/index.html
http://camosun.ca/learn/programs/cape/study.html

  • Certificate in Academic & Professional English (CAPE)
    http://camosun.ca/learn/fees/current/course/course-fees.pdf
    This course is designed for internationally trained professionals who need to improve their English, prepare to write an exam to become certified in their field, or gain Canadian work experience. This program provides training in academic, workplace and occupation–specific English; job-finding skills and strategies; and expectations of the Canadian workplace. Students take part in a 34–hour job shadowing and work experience in a Canadian workplace.
    Language Assessment: Internal assessment/interview
    Level: CLB 7/8
    Hours of Instruction: For full-time students, the program starts in September, January or May and lasts eight months.
    Cost:  contact institution (individual course approx. $65-$204)

Douglas College

http://www.douglas.bc.ca/programs/english-second-language.html

  • English for Internationally-Trained Professionals (EASL 0635)
    http://www.douglas.bc.ca/programs/english-second-language/faqs/foreign-trained-professionals.html
    Prepare for employment in your field and improve your English communication skills:
    • Enhance your speaking, listening and reading skills
    • Develop an understanding of idiomatic and workplace language in a professional setting
    • Practice telephone techniques, workplace meeting skills and teamwork abilities
    • Develop your writing skills for presentations, correspondence and reports
    • Improve your workplace communication skills
    • Learn about academic and career-based language
    • Increase awareness of business culture and workplace etiquette
    • Develop expertise and confidence in social situations at work

    Language Assessment: in-house
    Level: CLB 6
    Hours of Instruction: 14 weeks
    Cost: $500-700

University of the Fraser Valley

http://www.ufv.ca/esl.htm

  • English for Career and Professional Integration (ECPI)
    http://www.ufv.ca/esl/ECPI.htm
    Designed for immigrants who already have a good command of English, the two-term, 18-credit course gives you language and cultural knowledge that will assure prospective employers of your competence as an employee and help you perform your job with professionalism and social sensitivity. 

    Through orientation and research of the local workforce, work simulations and role play, and opportunities to connect with and be evaluated by employers in their field, students will identify how their professional skills and experience fit within a Canadian professional context. 
    Language Assessment: Accuplacer assessment test
    Level: CLB 6-7
    Hours of Instruction: 9 hours/week for 2 terms
    Cost: $490

Vancouver Community College

http://eslprograms.vcc.ca/ENGLISH_FOR_CAREERS/english_for_careers.html

English for Career Preparation and Advancement
English for Career Preparation and Advancement consists of a 4-level program, English for Professional Advancement (EPA) and a variety of occupationally focused courses.

  • English for Professional Advancement (EPA)
    http://vcc.ca/programs-courses/detail.cfm?div_id=5&prog_id=134
    EPA may be taken full-time or part-time. The focus is on language and socio-cultural competencies required for success as a professional in the Canadian workplace. EPA is a flexible, individualized program incorporating small group seminars in listening, speaking and writing, guided independent study in reading and vocabulary development, and individual tutorials with an instructor.
    Language Assessment: Internal English Language Assessment ($90)
    Level: CLB 6-8
    Hours of Instruction: contact school
    Cost: contact institution
  • E-Portfolios for Internationally Trained Professionals (ELSK 0810)
    http://eslprograms.vcc.ca/ENGLISH_FOR_CAREERS/english_for_careers.html
    This course will help immigrants who have high-level technical and professional skills and who are seeking employment in their fields to create their own unique electronic portfolio. Through this process students will improve their reading and note-taking skills and develop their writing and communication skills. Technical skills and accomplishments will be showcased in an attractive digital format.
    Language Assessment: Internal English Language Assessment ($90)
    Level: CLB 7
    Hours of Instruction: 7 hours/week for 7 weeks
    Cost: contact institution

Victoria Immigrant and Refugee Centre Society

http://www.vircs.bc.ca/

  • English for Job Search Workshops (English Pronunciation and Intonation) http://www.vircs.bc.ca/workshops.php
    These workshops will assist participants to improve their spoken English fluency and clarity, increase their familiarity with Canadian workplace communication, gain confidence, and increase their employability.

    The workshops are offered four times a year and last for ten weeks. The participants meet for two hours in the evening, three times a week.
    Language Assessment: in-house
    Level: CLB 6
    Hours of Instruction: 60
    Cost:  Free for immigrants or new Canadians who have difficulty in finding or maintaining appropriate employment – Funded by Government of Canada

WJ Mouat Secondary School

http://www.mouatonline.com/

  • English for Living and Working
    http://www.mouatonline.com/english_for_living.html
    English for Living & Working is a job search program that helps immigrants who speak English as their second language. The program addresses the invisible but real barriers faced by multicultural clients in the workplace and assists them in their job search by developing their workplace conversational English skills and workplace vocabulary. Program includes:
    • Workplace English
    • Job search and career planning
    • Resume and cover letter preparation
    • Interview skills and practice
    • Understanding the Canadian workplace


    Language Assessment: Accuplacer assessment test
    Level: CLB 2-8 (all included)
    Hours of Instruction: 120
    Cost:  free program for eligible clients: a client must be: unemployed or working less than 20 hours per week, 19 years or older and a Landed Immigrant or a Canadian Citizen.  This program is funded by the Government of Canada.

Index of Schools: Lower Mainland

  • British Columbia Institute of Technology
    http://www.bcit.ca/cas/communication/peld/
    Professional English Language Development (PELD)
    3700 Willingdon Avenue,
    Burnaby, British Columbia
    V5G 3H2
    Wendy Cheng, PELD Program Assistant
    Tel: 604-456-8089
    Email: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
  • Douglas College
    http://www.douglas.bc.ca/
    PO Box 2503
    New Westminster, British Columbia
    V3L 5B2
    • English as Second Language, ESL Department
      http://www.douglas.bc.ca/calendar/courses/cesl.html
      Tel: 604-527-5463
      Fax: 604-527-5095
      Email: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
    • English for Foreign-Trained Professionals
      Kathy Bell, Course Instructor
      Tel: 604-777-6312
      .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)

  • Gladwin Language Centre
    http://www.gladwinlanguagecentre.com/
    3145 Gladwin Road
    Abbotsford, British Columbia
    V2T 5T4
    Tel: 604-854-8160
    Fax: 604-850-7365
    Email: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)

  • Immigrant Services Society of BC (ISSBC) Language College International Studies
    http://www.issbc.org/lc.is/contact.htm
    #501-333 Terminal Avenue,
    Vancouver, British Columbia
    V6A 2L7
    Tel: 604-684-2561 (ask for International Studies)
    Fax: 604-684-2266 (Attn: International Studies)
    E-mail: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)

  • Kwantlen University College
    http://www.kwantlen.ca/calendar/courses/elstcrs.html
    12666 - 72nd Ave
    Surrey, British Columbia
    V3W 2M8
    Tel: 604-599-2100
    Fax: 604-599-2086

  • Langara College
    Langara English Proficiency Program (LEPP)
    http://www.langara.bc.ca/liberal-arts/lepp/index.html
    100 West 49th Avenue
    Vancouver, British Columbia
    V5Y 2Z6
    Debby Freiman, LEPP Coordinator
    Tel: 604-323-5521
    Email: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)

  • Simon Fraser University
    English Language & Culture Program
    http://www.sfu.ca/cstudies/lang/elc/index.html
    Simon Fraser University - Harbour Centre
    Room 100 - 515 West Hastings Street
    Vancouver, British Columbia
    V6B 5K3
    Tel: 778-782-5126
    Fax: 778-782-7965
    Email: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)

  • Sprott-Shaw International Language College
    http://www.ssilc.com/english/contents/medicalenglish.htm
    2nd Floor - 530 Seymour Street
    Vancouver, British Columbia
    V6B 3J5
    Tel: 604-605-1375
    Fax: 604-605-1575
    Email: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)

  • University of the Fraser Valley
    English as a Second Language
    http://www.ucfv.ca/esl.htm
    33844 King Road
    Abbotsford, British Columbia
    V2S 7M8
    Contact: Dorine Garibay or Balraj Sumra
    Tel: 604-854-4581
    Toll-free (Canada): 1-888-504-7441, Local 4581
    Fax: 604-855-7614
    Email: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) or .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)

  • Vancouver Community College
    English for Careers
    http://www.vcc.ca/programs-courses/detail.cfm?div_id=5&prog_id=134
    Downtown Campus
    250 West Pender
    Vancouver, British Columbia
    V6B 1S9
    Tel: 604-443-8608
    Fax: 604-443-8588
    Email:  .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)

  • WJ Mouat Secondary School
    http://www.mouatonline.com/english_for_living.html
    32355 Mouat Drive
    Abbotsford, British Columbia
    V2T 4E9
    Phone: 604-859-3928
    Fax: 604-855-5997

Index of Schools: Vancouver Island

  • Camosun College
    Interurban Campus
    • Academic & Professional English (CAPE)
      http://camosun.ca/learn/programs/cape.html
      4461 Interurban Rd
      Victoria, British Columbia
      V9E 2C1
      Tel: 250–370–4941
      Toll free: 1–877–554–7555
      Email: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
    • Health Care Assistant – ESL program
      http://camosun.ca/learn/programs/hcaesl/index.html
      Tel: 250–370–4941
      Email:  .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)

  • Stewart College of Languages
    http://www.stewartcollege.com/english.htm
    850 Courtney Street
    Victoria, British Columbia
    V8W 1C4
    Tel: 250-388-7774
    Fax: 250-388- 7728
    Email: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)

  • Victoria Immigrant and Refugee Centre Society
    http://www.vircs.bc.ca/workshops.php
    3rd Floor, 637 Bay Street
    Victoria, British Columbia
    V8T 5L2
    Tel: 250-361-9433, ext 206
    Fax: 250-361-1914
    Email: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)

Index of Schools: Distance Education


Canadian Language Benchmarks

The Canadian Language Benchmarks (CLB) are a set of national standards for English as a Second Language (ESL). They describe what people can do in English at 12 levels of competency in the four skill areas of listening, speaking, reading and writing. The CLB scale has three proficiency stages: Basic, Intermediate and Advanced. In each stage there are four benchmarks.

Overview of Canadian Language Benchmark Levels

Stage 1 - Basic Proficiency
Benchmarks 1-4 is the range of abilities required to communicate in common and predictable contexts and within the area of basic needs, common everyday activities, and familiar topics of immediate personal relevance.

                     
                         Stage 1 - Basic Proficiency
CLB Level 1    May be able to copy text accurately in order to fill in personal information forms. Can perhaps recognise single vocabulary items or short phrases. May be able to recognise and say the numbers and letters in order to identify themselves. May be able to answer basic questions about personal information. May respond to familiar greetings.
CLB Level 2    May be able to copy text accurately in order to fill in personal information forms. Can perhaps recognise single vocabulary items or short phrases. May be able to recognise and say the numbers and letters in order to identify themselves. May be able to answer basic questions about personal information. May respond to familiar greetings.
CLB Level 3    Simple structure is mastered at this level. Messages are short and are limited to very basic, daily routine situations. There are frequent errors and often a need for clarification and repetition. Can read and write very short simple texts with recognisable spelling and punctuation. Vocabulary is quite limited.
CLB Level 4    Simple structure is mastered at this level. Messages are short and are limited to very basic, daily routine situations. There are frequent errors and often a need for clarification and repetition. Can read and write very short simple texts with recognisable spelling and punctuation. Vocabulary is quite limited.



Stage 2 - Intermediate Proficiency
Benchmarks 5-8 allows a person to participate more fully in a wider variety of contexts. It is the range of abilities required to function independently in most familiar situations of daily social, educational and work-related life experience, and in some less predictable contexts. Someone at Benchmark 8 is considered ready for post secondary training in an English environment.

                     
                         Stage 2 - Intermediate Proficiency
CLB Level 5    Can handle familiar, everyday situations in the community or at the workplace. Able to ask for explanations, clarify their meaning, listen to short talks or read about a variety of subjects. Errors in pronunciation, grammar, spelling and punctuation may cause misunderstanding at times.
CLB Level 6    Can handle familiar, everyday situations in the community or at the workplace. Able to ask for explanations, clarify their meaning, listen to short talks or read about a variety of subjects. Errors in pronunciation, grammar, spelling and punctuation may cause misunderstanding at times.
CLB Level 7    Learners have mastered the more complex grammatical structures and have expanded vocabulary to speak and write on a wide variety of everyday topics. They can identify levels of formality and adjust their language to familiar situations. They can offer opinions and advice properly. They can read texts of up to 10 pages on familiar topics or follow complex instructions. They are beginning to use language for academic purposes.
CLB Level 8    Learners have mastered the more complex grammatical structures and have expanded vocabulary to speak and write on a wide variety of everyday topics. They can identify levels of formality and adjust their language to familiar situations. They can offer opinions and advice properly. They can read texts of up to 10 pages on familiar topics or follow complex instructions. They are beginning to use language for academic purposes.



Stage 3 - Advanced Proficiency
Benchmarks 9-12 is the range of abilities required to communicate effectively, appropriately, accurately and fluently in most contexts, topics and situations, from predictable to unfamiliar, and from general to professionally specific, in the most communicatively demanding contexts. Benchmark 12 captures the highest level of English fluency.

                     
                         Stage 3 - Advanced Proficiency
CLB Level 9    The learner is conscious of how language is used to persuade and influence. Beginning to develop an appreciation for literary style and nuance. This is the level of many high school English courses.
CLB Level 10    The learner is conscious of how language is used to persuade and influence. Beginning to develop an appreciation for literary style and nuance. This is the level of many high school English courses.
CLB Level 11    Learner uses English at a very high level, higher than average mainstream speakers of English. Able to cope with academic, business, social and technical situations. Can negotiate and manage conflictive situations, write proposals, persuasive articles, research papers and abstracts, read and view materials for pleasure. Can evaluate and revise the writing of others.
CLB Level 12    Learner uses English at a very high level, higher than average mainstream speakers of English. Able to cope with academic, business, social and technical situations. Can negotiate and manage conflictive situations, write proposals, persuasive articles, research papers and abstracts, read and view materials for pleasure. Can evaluate and revise the writing of others.



Above information obtained from:http://www.gov.mb.ca/labour/immigrate/asset_library/en/eal/pdf/benchmarking_rpt2003.pdf

Additional Resources

  • ELSA Net: English Language Services for Adults
    http://www.elsanet.org/index.html
    Government of BC funded programs for newcomers to Canada (17 years or older) and approved for permanent residence. ELSA goes from level 1 (low beginner) to level 5 (high intermediate). There is also a pre-beginner level (literacy). At levels 4 and 5, there are general ELSA classes and also labour market preparation classes (Labour Market Focussed ELSA) available; the assessment office can give you a brochure that explains these special classes.
  • Languages Canada 
    http://www.languagescanada.ca/en/study
  • CELBAN
    http://www.celban.org/celban/display_page.asp?page_id=1
    Canadian English Language Benchmark Assessment for Nurses (CELBAN) is an assessment tool designed to assess the English language proficiency of internationally-educated nurses who are applying for licensure in the nursing profession in Canada.
  • Centre for Canadian Language Benchmarks (CCLB)
    http://www.language.ca/
    Centre for Canadian Language Benchmarks is the centre of expertise for national standards in English and French for describing, measuring and recognizing second language proficiency of adult immigrants and prospective immigrants for living and working in Canada.  The Centre promotes ‘Canadian Language Benchmarks’, its recognition and use as practical, fair and reliable national standard of second language proficiency throughout Canada in educational, training, community and workplace settings.
  • Immigrant Settlement Agencies in British Columbia
    http://www.welcomebc.ca/en/settle/agency.html
    Provide addresses and phone numbers for agencies, listed by community. Immigrant settlement agencies can also help you find English language programs.
    http://www.welcomebc.ca/en/service_providers/agencies.html
  • Private Career Training Institutions Agency (of BC)
    http://www.pctia.bc.ca/
    PCTIA is the regulatory agency for private training institutions in the province of British Columbia.  It provides lists of registered and accredited institutions, and also suspended and closed institutions.