The English as a Second Language (ESL) Certificate program at Canada Christian College is designed for international students to learn and improve their English language skills. Our dedicated staff of instructors help students to overcome language barriers and start getting comfortable in using the English Language.

We work 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. All of the levels have a special pronunciation program and also include games, role-play, group activities and cultural orientation/integration. All classes 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-centered context.

Three Distinct Levels

This basic ESL 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 intermediate ESL level training is designed for students who have the rudimentary knowledge of English. It builds on the previous level by developing the studentís 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 advanced ESL level program is designed to increase the studentís 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. Writing and reading skills are developed to a more advanced level.

ESL Methodologies

≈ Principles of Second Language Acquisition
≈ Grammar Pedagogy
≈ Teaching the Four Skills
≈ Communicative Language Teaching
≈ Learning Styles
≈ Role of the Teacher
≈ Classroom Management
≈ Sociolinguistics
≈ Lesson Planning
≈ Handling a Multi-Level Class
≈ Cultural Issues in a Classroom
≈ Student Assessment

Adding a Christian perspective to the course, we also offer:≈ Sharing the Gospel in an ESL Setting

≈ Incorporating Biblical Content In Your Lessons

Our program runs for thirteen weeks and offers a total of 124 hours, including supervised practicum. The program involves two days in a week, from 10 a.m. ñ 2 p.m. It is offered on Monday & Wednesday or Tuesday & Thursday. The on-site practicum can be done on any day of your choice.