The focus of ESL Listening and Speaking 5 is on developing oral communication skills in English. Classroom activities engage learners in developing listening and speaking strategies for community, workplace and academic contexts. Learners integrate language skills, Skills for Success (Working with Others, Computer and Document Use, Thinking Skills, and Continuous Learning), and inter-cultural skills. By the end of this course, learners will be able to meet the Listening and Speaking outcomes at Canadian Language Benchmarks (CLB) 5 level.
Note: Reading and Writing courses are closely aligned with Listening and Speaking courses.
Prerequisites
LINC 4; or Assessment scores of CLB 4 Listening and CLB 4 Speaking; or equivalent https://www.vcc.ca/applying/registration-services/english-language-proficiency-requirements/ or Department approval.
Course type
This course is offered as part of a VCC program and cannot be taken individually.
International students: Eligibility is determined at the program level. Visit the program page for international student requirements and application information.
- Interviewing for a Job (watch job interviews; make interview questions and interview a peer)
- Phoning for Health Information (listen to a conversation; phone a friend; phone for information)
- Understanding & Giving Instructions on Workplace Safety
- Asking for advice in a workplace
- Storytelling (listen to a newcomer's experience; present about a personal story)
- Connecting with Others (listen to a news report about a cultural event; phone an organization to ask for information)
- Presenting in Groups (listen to a newscast about community services; create a newscast on a business or commercial service)
- Discussing Current Events (listen to a newscast on a current issue; exchange opinions in groups)
Course schedules
Select your program to see the available course schedules.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 71536 |
September 1, 2026 to November 24, 2026 |
Lecture Lab Online |
Varies | See full schedule | |
| 71566 |
September 1, 2026 to November 24, 2026 |
Lecture Lab Online |
Varies | See full schedule | |
| 71567 |
September 1, 2026 to November 24, 2026 |
Online | Online | See full schedule | |
| 71568 |
September 1, 2026 to November 24, 2026 |
Lecture Lab Online |
Varies | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule. All self-paced courses have on-campus tests. Off-site certified invigilation centres may be used at the student's expense.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40986 |
January 4, 2027 to March 25, 2027 |
Lecture Lab Online |
Varies | See full schedule | |
| 40987 |
January 4, 2027 to March 25, 2027 |
Lecture Lab Online |
Varies | See full schedule | |
| 40988 |
January 4, 2027 to March 25, 2027 |
Online | Online | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule. All self-paced courses have on-campus tests. Off-site certified invigilation centres may be used at the student's expense.
How to take this course
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Contact us
If you have any questions, please email at [email protected].
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.