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ESL Classes in the Community -Literacy, Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

INFO SESSIONS & TOURS   English as a Second Language Next Date: Oct 06, 2010 more information »

All general ESL classes teach listening, speaking, reading, writing and grammar and take into consideration student needs and interests when planning the specific content for each course. Some classes focus on specific skills.

At the Beginner to Lower Intermediate levels the emphasis is on listening and speaking. At the Upper Intermediate and Advanced levels more emphasis is placed on reading, writing and grammar. Being able to speak English well is important at each level.

VCC offers ESL classes at various levels, times and locations in Vancouver and Burnaby.

These classes are located at:

Dunbar Community Centre 4747 Dunbar St.	part-time morning classes
Foursquare Activity Centre 4061 Kingsway, Burnaby (building behind the church)	part-time morning and evening classes
Killarney Park Church 6426 Kerr St.	part-time morning classes
Marpole Oakridge Community Centre 990 W. 59th Ave.	part-time morning classes
Scottish Cultural Centre 8886 Hudson St.	part-time morning classes
West End Community Centre 870 Denman St.	part-time morning classes

Find out more about this program:

Program Description Admission Requirements Program Status

Apply and Register Fees and Other Costs Additional Information Courses and Timetables

Program Description

Literacy Levels
Literacy classes are for students who have few listening and speaking skills in English and cannot read or write English. Students learn basic English.

Beginner Levels
These classes teach English for everyday use such as work, shopping, Canadian life or other situations which interest the students in the class. Students practice speaking and listening with some reading and writing.

Intermediate Levels
Intermediate level classes help students improve listening, speaking, reading, writing and grammar skills. Students study topics and activities appropriate to their needs and interests. Students completing intermediate levels may qualify for some ESL Career Training programs at VCC.

Advanced Levels
These classes provide students with a high level of English listening, speaking, reading, writing and grammar. Students participate in a wide variety of activities and topics according to their needs and interests. Students completing these levels may qualify for entry into VCC academic, professional or career programs.

Intensive Skills Courses
Intensive classes like Listening and Speaking or Reading and Writing are for students who want to improve specific skills, which are studied in-depth. Topics of interest to students are included in these courses.

Start Length Credential Campus Part or Full‑time January, April, September 3 months VCC Transcript Varies Part-time

Admission Requirements

General

VCC welcomes applications from Canadian citizens, permanent residents and international students.

Exceptions
International students

As Vancouver Community College is a post-secondary institution committed to educating adult learners, applicants should be 18 years of age or older or a graduate of a secondary school.

Please note that you must submit official transcripts and educational documents to support your application; unfortunately, we cannot accept photocopies or fax versions.

Program Specific

For more information, phone 604.871.7277 or 604.871.7145 or visit: http://eslprograms.vcc.ca

Program Status

Accepting applications

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ASSESSMENT
An Instructor assesses new students at the time of registration at all community class locations.

REGISTRATION
Students register at the location they wish to attend.

In Person Visit us at one of our campus locations.

Fees and Other Costs

Application Fee Tuition Fee $30.00 See Timetable for Fees

International Tuition Fees

Application Fee Tuition Fee Ancillary Fee $125.00 $333.05 per credit $8 per credit

Other Costs

Cost Type Details College initiative fee Varies Student union fee Varies Other costs Literacy classes are tuition free

Additional Information

For more information phone:
604.871.7277 or 604.871.7145 or visit: http://eslprograms.vcc.ca

Courses and Timetables

Program Timetable:

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