English Language Learning

English Language Learning
Learning another language and culture isn’t easy. As Calgary’s largest English Language
Learning provider, Bow Valley College has developed ELL programs that provide you with
the skills you need to live, study and work in Canada.
We work with newcomers to Canada, Canadian citizens, international students, and
corporate clients. You are individually assessed for your English-language ability and placed
in the appropriate class.
English Language Learning at Bow Valley College
Classes from basic literacy to college/workplace preparation |
LINC and Alberta Works funded programs | Full-time or part-time study options |
Multiple start dates throughout the year | Highly qualified instructors |
A curriculum based on Canadian Language Benchmarks
FULL-TIME ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNING
FULL-TIME LINC & ELL
PROGRAM
Literacy to Benchmark 6
These classes focus on all skill areas (listening,
speaking, reading, and writing) and gives students
the language they need to live, work, and study
in Canada.
*
START DATES
LENGTH
TIMES
REGISTER
January 7, 2015
May 5, 2015
August 31, 2015
15 weeks
8:00 a.m. to 1:15 p.m.
or 11:45 a.m. to
5:00 p.m.
Visit the Prospective Student
Centre (on the 1st Floor
of the Bow Valley College
South Campus) for help
with your application.
(schedule is dependent
on student’s benchmark
level and education
history)
Funding LINC is open to Permanent Residents and Convention Refugees, but not to Canadian citizens. Students that do not qualify for LINC may be eligible for Alberta Works
funding (subject to availability and student eligibility). For more information, see bowvalleycollege.ca/FundingSessions
ENGLISH FOR ACADEMIC PURPOSES
PROGRAM
START DATES
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Transition to Academic English
In this program, learners are introduced to the
academic expectations at Canadian post-secondary
institutions. Learners acquire competencies required
for success in college preparatory classrooms and
the workplace.
Admission Requirements
January 7, 2015
May 5, 2015
August 31, 2015
15 weeks
Monday to Thursday,
8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
(Hours subject
to change)
Apply online at
bowvalleycollege.ca/apply
or in person
Monday to Thursday,
8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
(Hours subject
to change)
Apply online at
bowvalleycollege.ca/apply
or in person
Monday to Thursday,
8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
(Hours subject
to change)
Apply online at
bowvalleycollege.ca/apply
or in person
•Recommended Canadian Language
Benchmarks of 6,6,6,6
•Satisfactory results on the admission test
•Minimum of high school education
•Clear and reasonable academic and career goals
•A completed application form
Funding May be available for eligible students. For more information, see bowvalleycollege.ca/FundingSessions
Academic English 1
This program gives learners the language skills
to be successful in Academic English 2, the Corporate
Readiness Training Program (CRTP), and career
bridging programs. Learners acquire competencies
required for success in college classrooms and
the workplace.
Admission Requirements
January 7, 2015
May 5, 2015
August 31, 2015
15 weeks
•Recommended Canadian Language
Benchmarks of 6,7,7,7
•Satisfactory results on the admission test
•Minimum of high school education
•Clear and reasonable academic and career goals
•A completed application form
Funding May be available for eligible students. For more information, see bowvalleycollege.ca/FundingSessions
Academic English 2
Students who complete Academic English 2 with a
grade of “B” meet the English Language Proficiency
Requirements for Bow Valley College’s career programs
Admission Requirements
January 7, 2015
May 5, 2015
August 31, 2015
15 weeks
•Recommended Canadian Language
Benchmarks of 7,8,8,8
•Satisfactory results on the admission test Minimum of
high school education
•Clear and reasonable academic and career goals
•A completed application form
Funding May be available for eligible students. For more information, see bowvalleycollege.ca/FundingSessions
NOTE: *External applicants who wish to apply to LINC must submit recent benchmarks.
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ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNING FOR YOUTH
PROGRAM
START DATES
LENGTH
TIMES
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Bridge
This program is for ELL learners between the ages of
18 and 25 who have interrupted formal education
and have not completed high school. This program
offers instruction that is age and content appropriate
and develops the study and life skills necessary to
access further education.
January 7, 2015
May 5, 2015
August 31, 2015
15 weeks
Monday to Thursday,
9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
(Hours subject
to change)
Apply online at
bowvalleycollege.ca/apply
or in person
Youth in Transition*
This LINC program is for newcomers to Canada
between the ages of 18 and 24. Learners in this
program have 10 years or more of formal education
and are grouped according to educational
experience and language proficiency. Classes are
available at CLB levels 3-6.
January 7, 2015
May 5, 2015
August 31, 2015
15 weeks
Monday to Thursday,
9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
(Hours subject
to change)
Apply online at
bowvalleycollege.ca/apply
or in person
Funding LINC is open to Permanent Residents and Convention Refugees, but not to Canadian citizens. Students that do not qualify for LINC may be eligible for Alberta Works
funding (subject to availability and student eligibility). For more information, see bowvalleycollege.ca/FundingSessions
ALBERTA WORKS GOVERNMENT FUNDING
Attend a Financial Aid Information session to learn more about
AlbertaWorks. Presented by BVC Student Funding Advisors.
WHEN: 1st and 3rd Thursday of every month at 5 p.m.
WHERE: Room S1024, South Campus
WHO: Everyone is welcome to attend
INFO: bowvalleycollege.ca/FundingS essions
NOTE: Please apply early as processing time for Alberta Works funding applications
can take up to two months.
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PART-TIME ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNING
LINC (PART-TIME)
For eligible applicants, there is no charge for LINC classes. Applicants must be permanent residents or convention refugees, but cannot be Canadian citizens.
PROGRAM
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LINC Listening and Speaking
Learn conversational skills required for everyday
situations. Classes are offered at Canadian Language
Benchmark Levels 4 to 7.
Fall, Winter,
Spring terms
15 weeks
Levels 4 to 7 ­
Tuesday & Friday,
9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
(Hours subject
to change)
Levels 4 to 7 ­
Tuesday & Thursday,
6:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
(Hours subject
to change)
Apply in person at
Bow Valley College
LINC Reading, Writing, and Grammar
Improve your reading skills and learn to write
clearly using correct grammar. Classes are offered
at Canadian Language Benchmarks Levels 4 to 7.
Fall, Winter,
Spring terms
15 weeks
Levels 4 to 5 ­
Monday, Wednesday
& Thursday,
9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
(Hours subject
to change)
Levels 4 to 7
Monday &
Wednesday,
6:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
(Hours subject
to change)
Apply in person at
Bow Valley College
PROGRAM
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These courses focus on improving listening,
speaking, reading and writing skills and include
the following levels:
•Basic English Language Learning
•Intermediate English Language Learning
•Advanced English Language Learning
See bowvalley
college.ca/ELL for
course start dates
8 weeks
Morning or evening
classes may be
available
Call 403-410-1400,
at the Registrar’s Office,
or online at
coned.bowvalleycollege.ca
PROGRAM
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LENGTH
TIMES
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These affordable courses focus on one or two
skill areas. Choose from the following courses
(subject to availability):
•Academic Writing (advanced)
•Grammar (intermediate to advanced)
•Grammar and Writing (intermediate)
•Listening and Speaking
(intermediate to advanced)
•Pronunciation (intermediate to advanced)
•Reading and Writing (intermediate)
•Speaking Professionally (advanced))
•Vocabulary Development (intermediate
to advanced)
•Writing Professionally (advanced
See bowvalley
college.ca/ELL for
course start dates
8 weeks
Morning or evening
classes may be
available
Call 403-410-1400,
at the Registrar’s Office,
or online at
coned.bowvalleycollege.ca
GENERAL ENGLISH SKILL DEVELOPMENT
FOCUSED ENGLISH SKILLS DEVELOPMENT
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VOLUNTEER PROGRAMS
The volunteer program is funded by Alberta Innovation and Advanced Education through Calgary Learns.
PROGRAM
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TIMES
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55+ Everyday English
55+ Everyday English tutorials are offered from beginner
to advanced levels. Learners can also participate in extra
pronunciation and vocabulary sessions.
See bowvalley
college.ca/ELL
10 weeks
Tuesday & Thursday
9:00 am-11:00 am
Call 403-410-1400
or in person at the
Registrar’s Office
55+ Culture and Community
In 55+ Culture and Community, learners can
practice English while learning about community
resources and participate in leisure activities. Program
registration includes extra pronunciation and
vocabulary classes.
See bowvalley
college.ca/ELL
10 weeks
Tuesday & Thursday
1:00 pm-3:00 pm
Call 403-410-1400
or in person at the
Registrar’s Office
Saturday ELL Tutorial*
Saturday ELL tutorials are suitable for beginner
to advanced level ELL speakers. Topics include:
Speaking Successfully, Practical Conversations,
Effective Writing, and many more. For more
information, call 403-410-3408.
See bowvalley
college.ca/ELL
9 weeks
Saturday
9:30 am-11:30 am
Call 403-410-1400
or in person at the
Registrar’s Office
Computer Enhanced ELL Literacy*
This course supports learners with low-level literacy
skills. In this course, students will learn reading, writing,
and computer skills and develop employment and
personal management skills. Fees may be waived
for low-income learners. For more information,
please call 403-410-3409.
See bowvalley
college.ca/ELL
12 weeks
Monday, Wednesday
& Friday
12:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m
Call 403-410-1400
or in person at the
Registrar’s Office
*This program is funded by Alberta Innovation and Advanced Education through Calgary Learns.
IELTS PREPARATION
PROGRAM
START DATES
LENGTH
TIMES
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IELTS Preparation
In this course, you will practise each component of
the IELTS Academic test (speaking, listening, academic
reading and academic writing) within the time
restrictions set by IELTS.
See bowvalley
college.ca/ELL for
course start dates
8 weeks
Tuesday & Thursday,
6:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
Call 403-410-1400,
at the Registrar’s Office,
or online at
coned.bowvalleycollege.ca
IELTS Intensive
This course prepares participants to take the IELTS
Academic format but has fewer practice hours than
the IELTS Preparation class.
See bowvalley
college.ca/ELL for
course start dates
8 weeks
Friday, 9:30 a.m.12:30 p.m. (Hours
subject to change)
Call 403-410-1400,
at the Registrar’s Office,
or online at
coned.bowvalleycollege.ca
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RESOURCES FOR CAREER ADVANCEMENT
CORPORATE READINESS TRAINING PROGRAM (CRTP)
This program is designed for foreign-trained professionals who
want to develop practical Canadian business skills and relevant work
experience in Canada.
CRTP Includes 10 weeks of intensive in-class training, 6 weeks
of relevant on-site work experience, and 6 months of follow-up
career support.
FOR MORE INFORMATION: bowvalleycollege.ca/CRTP
Funding May be available for eligible students. For more information, see bowvalleycollege.ca/FundingSessions
DIRECTIONS FOR IMMIGRANTS
If you are an internationally trained professional or tradesperson,
Directions for Immigrants can help you restart your career in Alberta
Services include a resource centre, career coaching, workshops on job
search and networking, industry information sessions and study
groups for licensing exams.
FOR MORE INFORMATION: directionsforimmigrants.ca
SPEAKING AND WRITING PROFESSIONALLY
Intensive, fast-paced courses focused on speaking and writing
for the workplace.
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FOR MORE INFORMATION: bowvalleycollege.ca/ELL
ABOUT THE CENTRE FOR EXCELLENCE
IN IMMIGRANT & INTERCULTURAL
ADVANCEMENT
Through the Centre for Excellence in
Immigrant and Intercultural Advancement,
Bow Valley College reaches out to Canada’s
immigrant population ­from internationally
educated immigrants to those with lower
literacy levels.
The Centre also works with Canada’s
employers, providing intercultural
education for existing employees
and interns ­helping Canada stay
competitive on the world labour stage.
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@bowvalley
/bowvalleycollege
@bowvalley
Prospective Student Centre
345 – 6 Avenue SE, Calgary, AB T2G 4V1
Phone: 403-410-1402 or toll-free at 1-866-428-2669
Email: [email protected]
Web: bowvalleycollege.ca/ELL
Oct 2014