Courses in English Language Learning (ELL)
Centennial College
Key Information
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Campus location
Online Canada
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
5 semesters
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
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Application deadline
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Earliest start date
May 2024
Introduction
Learn English and Create New Opportunities
The English Language Learning (ELL) program is an intensive, five-semester, five-level, full–time program for students who speak English as a second language. This program can help build English Language skills for success in college, university, and a career. English Language Learning is available at both Progress Campus and the Eglinton Learning Site.
Starts Every 3 Weeks...Offered Throughout the Year!
With a continuous intake and start dates, you can begin right away, or when it suits your schedule. You will be placed in a level based on a diagnostic placement test. Each level consists of five different “modules” and each “module” runs for three weeks.
“Come here and enjoy your time at Centennial. We have a good environment, friends, and professional teachers. They are very helpful and they will give you a good education, boost your confidence, and they will help you to improve your English skills. My experience has been amazing. Every day we have a lot of conversations; we discuss and debate about different topics and information. We learn about each other, of different cultures and moreover we can try a lot of food. It is interesting and fantastic!” - Thanh Phuong Huynh, ELL Level 5.
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Curriculum
Flexible and Customized to Your Learning Needs
The goal of the English Language Learning program is to provide you with a tailored learning experience based on your skill level. It is designed for students whose English language skills range from very limited to intermediate level.
Each level is divided into two main classes: Integrated Core Skills (Reading/Writing/Grammar) and Communication Skills (Speaking/Listening/Pronunciation). Levels 1 and 2 include an additional course in Fluency Skills. Levels 3 to 5 have an additional course in Academic Skills.
Program Benefits
- The English Language Learning (ELL) Program is based on modern teaching and learning practices.
- Our faculty members are qualified, dedicated ESL teaching professionals who provide instruction plus support, encouragement, and guidance.
- You are with instructors for approximately 375 hours per semester.
- Each new intake is a separate language module.
- Diagnostic placement tests ensure correct language level placement.
- You have regular diagnostic appraisals to measure class progress.
Learning Environment
- Computerized language learning facilities
- Access to college services and resources
- Trips
- One-on-one tutoring
English Language Requirements
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