English as a Second Language Certificate Program

The English as a Second Language (ESL) Certificate program at Canada Christian College is designed to provide international students and others with an opportunity to increase their English language skills. Our dedicated staff of instructors help students overcome language barriers for self-improvement, academic achievement, and to increase their employability in the job market.

Our friendly, professional staff works closely with each student to provide an approach to learning based on individual needs. Students are given a Placement Test before starting the program to determine their strengths and weaknesses in understanding, speaking, reading and writing English. Once their individual learning requirements are identified, students begin the ESL program at the level of training required to achieve their English language goals.

At Canada Christian College, there are four distinct levels of learning in the ESL program:

ESL 1 PROGRAM
This basic ESL training level is designed for those who need instruction in basic English grammar, vocabulary development, reading and writing. This program is designed to lay a basic foundation for the student by providing them with guided practice in speaking and listening . It provides students with a practical, working knowledge of English and is designed to help them to quickly achieve functional language skills.

ESL 2 PROGRAM
This introductory level of ESL training is designed for students who have the rudimentary knowledge of English. It builds on the previous level by developing the student’s reading, writing, listening and speaking skills. Students are introduced to activities that require interaction with instructors and other students in an English speaking environment. The practice of real-life language is the emphasis of this learning level.

ESL 3 PROGRAM
This intermediate level program is designed to increase the student’s proficiency in speaking English. Their language skills and knowledge are refined as they participate in special games, role-playing, group activities and class exercises. This level prepares them to function in an English speaking environment.

ESL 4 PROGRAM
This advanced level of ESL training is for students who have obtained proficiency in English but need to “fine-tune” their language skills. Students improve their speaking and listening skills by learning proper pronunciation of English words, phrases and sentences. Writing and reading skills are developed to a more advanced level as they learn how to write English using proper grammar and punctuation. This level prepares students to effortlessly merge in an English speaking cultural environment at work, college, or in business.

All of the levels of instruction listed above are:

Student Centered
At Canada Christian College, we believe that the learning needs of each individual student must be addressed to achieve success. We provide a friendly, stress-free learning environment where students can focus on developing their language skills.

Practical and Sensible
Students are motivated to develop language skills through practical application of English in real-life situations they encounter each day. Group activities, such as day trips, help them to become familiar with real-life situations in an English speaking environment.

Interactive and Real Life
Students interact on a one-on-one basis, supporting and helping each other to develop their skills. They work with ESL Instructors and participate in games, events, activities and role-playing exercises designed to build their skill and confidence. Students use various English language materials, tapes and literature to prepare them to interact successfully in any English language based culture or community.

Biblically Centered
Students learn and interact in an evangelical Christian environment where they learn to communicate and adapt to real life situations in a Christ-centred context.

Note: TOEFL training courses are available for graduates of the ESL Certificate program who want to go on to university.

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