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SPECIAL ENGLISH PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS: VANCOUVER
Special English
Cambridge Work Experience Certificate Programme
Course Cambridge Work Experience Certificate Programme Hours /Week 20, 25, or 30 hours per week of English classes 4 hour Job Skills Seminar 20-35 hours/week work practicum Entry Requirements Intermediate to Advanced English Minimum age: 20 Durationminimum 8 weeks, maximum 56 weeks. Description Students in this "COOP / Internship" programme develop specialized English language skills relating to their career field through a combination of English classes, a Job Skills Seminar and a period of full-time work training in a Canadian company. Work experience is usually unpaid although paid internships are available in special circumstances. Placements can be made in a number of fields including: banking, finance, accounting, media, fisheries, event management, travel, hospitality, IT and sales.
Course English Coop Program Hours /Week 20, 25, or 30 hours per week of English classes 5 hour Job Skills Seminar 20-40 hours/week work practicum Entry Requirements Intermediate to Advanced English Minimum age: 19 Durationminimum 12 weeks, maximum 18 months. Description Students in this "COOP" program improve their English language skills through a combination of English classes, a Job Skills Seminar and a period of full-time paid work in a service position in a Canadian tourism, retail or hospitality company. You can work as many hours as you study. The English Co-OP Program has two program options: the Standard Program Option and the Full Service Option. The Standard Program Option is designed for students who can find their own job with a little help from Tamwood. The Full Service Option is designed so that the student is placed with well established Tamwood approved employer. Employers include ski resorts, major hotels, restaurants, shops, cafes, bars, tour operators, sports providers, summer camps and much more. Jobs are assigned on a first-come, first serve basis so apply soon!
Course University of Cambridge FCE Preparation Hours /Week 20, 25, or 30 hours per week of English classes 4 hour Job Skills Seminar 25 hours / week FCE classes Entry Requirements Middle Intermediate Minimum age: 17 Duration 8, 10 or 12 Description This course prepares students for the University of Cambridge ESOL First Certificate (FCE) exam, which students take in the final week of the program. The FCE is at Level 3 of the Cambridge five level system. Through a balanced curriculum students will expand and reinforce their knowledge of the various skills they utilize in writing the 5 papers set by Cambridge. Practice Exams and compositions are an integral part of the programme. Students in the 8 week course join the 10 / 12 week course in progress. 
University of Cambridge CAE Preparation
Course University of Cambridge CAE Preparation Hours /Week 25 hours / week CAE classes Entry Requirements Upper Intermediate Minimum age: 17 Duration 10 or 12 Description This course prepares students for the University of Cambridge ESOL Certificate in Advanced English exam, which students take in the final week of the program. The FCE is at Level 4 of the Cambridge five level system. This exam is an important certification for students who want to work overseas in jobs that require English language skills (such as medicine, business and engineering). Through a balanced curriculum students will expand and reinforce their knowledge of the various skills they utilize in writing the 5 papers set by Cambridge. Practice Exams and compositions are an integral part of the program. Maximum class size is 10 students.
Course International Business English Hours /Week 20 hours/week with option for 25 or 30 hours/week Entry Requirements Intermediate to Advanced English Business Experience or prior university level business studies Minimum age: 20 Duration 4 weeks Offered in January, May, and July Description The International Business English course is designed to give students the English skills they need to work effectively in today's global market place. English skills and vocabulary are developed through exercises, case studies, role plays and research on business topics including: I.T., finance, accounting, marketing, advertising, sales, negotiation, business practices, and cultural comparisons in business operations and structure.
Course English for Lawyers Hours /Week 25 - 35 hours / week Entry Requirements Intermediate to Advanced English Minimum age: 21 Candidate is currently practicing as a lawyer or judge or has completed a min. of 3 years of law studies at university Duration 2 weeks Description For lawyers, law students, judges and officials. Course combines specialized seminars on important legal skills with general English classes and legal visits. Seminar topics include: contracts, international arbitrations and mediations, drafting skills, legal research skills and negotiation skills. Features instruction by Canadian lawyers with many years of teaching experience.
Private English Tuition
CoursePrivate English Tuition Hours /Week1-15 hours / week Entry RequirementsNo English skill pre-requisite Minimum age: 17 DurationMinimum 1 week Description Private lessons are designed to meet the personal needs and goals of the student. Students can combine private and group lessons. Many students use private lessons to focus on specialized vocabulary for their career.
Teacher Homestudy
CourseTeacher Homestudy Hours /Week15, 20 or 25 hours/week Entry RequirementsNo English skill pre-requisite Minimum age: 14 DurationMinimum 1 week Description Student lives with the teacher and studies with the teacher in the home. Class schedule and content arranged by agreement between teacher and student. Excellent for students who have limited time and want to learn quickly.
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