Welcome to the English Language Skills Department
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The English Language Skills Department offers both full-time and part-time English as Second Language classes at the Broadway and Downtown Campuses. Students can study in the morning, afternoon or evening.
In the classroom, students learn from the teacher and by working in small groups and pairs. They study listening, speaking, reading, writing and grammar or can take Special Skills classes that focus on two skills (listening & speaking or reading & writing).
At the end of each term, students get reports cards with the recommended class for the next term. Attendance, class participation, assignments, quizzes, and final tests contribute to the next term's placement.
For more information, click on the following:
- Levels
- Pronunciation Classes
- Schedules and Term Dates
- Fees and Financial Aid
- Step-by-Step Guide to Register
- Contact Us
In order to take ESL - ELS classes, we first need to know your English level. Please come to the college in person and make an appointment with the Assessment Centre, located on the 4th floor of the Broadway campus. Once you have completed the assessment test, they will let you know what your current level is. You may be able to use an assessment from other schools; please bring these papers with you. Assessment takes time, apply early.
The English Language Skills Department offers classes from Upper Beginner to Upper Advanced levels.
If your level is:
- below Upper Beginner, please contact the Outreach Department at 604-871-7277 for classes
- higher than Upper Advanced, please contact the CPE Department at 604-871-7258 for classes
The English Language Skills Department offers Pronunciation Classes. The goal of this course is to help students become more effective communicators. Students will learn to speak more clearly, listen more actively, and respond to each other appropriately. Students will practice techniques to monitor and improve their pronunciation outside the classroom.
Financial Aid is also available for this course.
Schedule and Term Dates
Click hereTerm dates are:
- Fall Term: September - November
- Winter Term: January - March
- Spring Term: April - June
- Summer Term: July - August
Course fees depend on whether the class is full-time or half-time.
- Full-time classes: $941.40
- Half-time classes: $470.70
- Pronunciation classes: $117.68
*Course schedules are subject to change without notice.
**Each term, all VCC students also pay a $23.69 Student Union Fee.If you cannot afford to pay, you can apply for Financial Aid. Go to the Financial Aid office at either the Broadway or Downtown campus to pick up a form. You can also get the form online at www.vcc.ca. Click on Services for Students, Financial Aid & Awards, then click on Financial Aid for ESL, ASE and ABE programs. Download the ABESAP application form for ESL or ASE classes. Complete the form and return it to the Financial Aid office as soon as possible. It may take up to 3 weeks to receive an answer, so make sure you apply early.
Students who withdraw may or may not be entitled to a refund. To receive a refund, you must officially withdraw at the Registrar's Office. Call 604-871-7045 for detailed refund information.
Step-by-Step Guide to Registration
Students must be over 18 years old and be a Canadian citizen, a permanent resident (landed immigrant) or have convention refugee status. Exceptions may be permitted. For more information, call 604-443-8453.
Registration procedures for new students: (This takes time, please start early)
- Go to the Registrar's Office at the Broadway Campus (4th floor) with your citizenship card or immigration papers.
- Fill out an application form to become a student at the college ($30*). You will receive an ID number.
- Go to the Assessment Centre at Broadway Campus (4th floor) and make an appointment to do an assessment test ($50*). Assessments from other schools may be transferable, so bring these papers with you.
- Come back to complete the assessment test and receive your results.
- Review the schedule for the next term and select the class within your level that matches your schedule.
- Register at the Registrar's Office.
*Fees are subject to change without notice.
After you have received your Assessment test results and would like help finding the best class for you, contact us.
For more information about ELS, please contact us:
Address: 1155 East Broadway, Room 3625
Phone: 604-871-7241
Email: esl@vcc.ca
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English Language Skills Department
1155 East Broadway, Vancouver, BC V5T 4V5 | phone: 604-871-7241 | email: esl@vcc.ca
