Level prerequisites vary from CEFR B2 / IELTS 6. Please consult with us.

EAP - English for Academic Purposes & Pathways Program

30 hours total / week
15 hrs. of instruction in the morning with 10 hours of elective content in the afternoon
(plus 5 hrs. monitored English*)
9 am – 3 pm

Level : CEFR B2 / IELTS 6 minimum
Assessment required to determine the length of study for Pathways Exit.

Description

The EAP and Pathways Programs are for students interested in passing the IELTS or entering post-secondary institutions..

The program consists of academic skills training in all areas, and introduces students to a variety of topics, skills and strategies through four themes, which include:

• General academic content such as reading, summarizing, paraphrasing, synthesizing and critiquing, essay and report writing, and presentation skills in different subjects areas (biology, literature, technology, communications, etc.)
• Elective Content which may include phonetics, pronunciation, debating, drama and others.
• Post-secondary academic skills, such as critical thinking, note taking, discussion and research skills, plagiarism, the use of resources and aides, goal setting, research, etc.
• Canadian campus culture (level of formality with professors, dorm life, frosh week, sports and clubs, places, etc.)
• Wellbeing Advice (living away from home, social life, staying in touch with family, getting involved, taking care of yourself, sociolinguistic and socio-cultural connotations)

Pathways Program

Through partner agreements with post-secondary Canadian institutions, all of which include an IELTS waiver, we are able to transition a student swiftly to a public or private college or university. Our partners include: Algonquin College, Sprott Shaw College, JRS College, Le Cordon Bleu (Ottawa), University of Manitoba, Wilfrid Laurier University and Richard Robinson Fashion Design Academy.

If you are a student interested in entering a prospective post secondary institution, please talk to us about the possibility of entering directly through the Pathways Program.

Business English

15 to 30 hours total / week
Flexible schedule that can be adapted to individual student needs
(plus 5 hrs. monitored English*)
9 am – 3 pm
Prerequisite:: CEFR B2 / IELTS 5.5 minimum

Description

Focuses on skills required to be successful in a business setting and introduces students to a variety of topics, skills and strategies including communication foundations, writing and revising skills, corresponding at work, reporting data, development of speaking skills, communications for employment (resumes, interviews and follow-up.

English in the Workplace

10 to 30 hours total / week
Flexible schedule that can be adapted to individual student needs
(plus 5 hrs. monitored English*)
Prerequisite: CEFR B2 / IELTS 5.5 minimum

Description

This program is adapted to and based on job description and requirements. It is designed to meet English-language needs in the workplace, which will allow participants to carry out their professional duties to their full potential. Our teachers have extensive, solid experience teaching corporate, political staff as well as medical and medical personnel. Course content is customized to specific business environments and skill areas may include client negotiating, report writing and delivery of oral presentations. It will empower the student in the workplace. Offered privately or for organizations. Please consult with us for more details.

English for International Communication & Public Speaking

5 to 10 hours total / week
Can be combined with General English courses
Flexible schedule that can be adapted to individual student needs
(plus 5 hrs. monitored English*)
Prerequisites: CEFR B2 / IELTS 6.5 minimum

Description

A specific, tailor-made program which can be adapted to students’ needs and added to a General English Super Intensive Combo. Please contact us for further information.

Test Preparation

IELTS and university entrance exams

Description

Our exam preparation classes, which can be adapted and personalized to students’ specific needs, are designed to teach prospective test candidates the techniques , strategies and skills to prepare for, focus on and succeed in their exam goals. Exams include IELTS, TOEFL, TOEIC etc. Please consult with us for more information.

Teacher Training - Please contact us for further information