Introduction
Are you ready to improve your English language skills and achieve your career goals?
In our program, learn English communication skills for living, working, and further education. With small class sizes and tutoring support available, you can easily get the help you need from your teacher. You may also be eligible for funding from the Alberta Government for full-time or part-time studies.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to start your journey to success.
Program Highlights
- Cost: Grant Funded by the Government of Alberta
- Delivery: Hybrid
- Schedule: Mon to Fri (9:30am - 2:00pm)
- Semester Intake: January, May, and September
Program Information
- This course is offered in full-time and part-time (evening) schedules.
- Full-Time: Monday – Friday (9:30 am – 2:00 pm)
- Part-Time: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday (6:30 pm – 9:00 pm)
- Delivery: Hybrid
- Classes are taught both online and in-person. Our well-trained and experienced staff will provide training and support to students who require additional assistance with online language training.
Students may be evaluated by Calgary Language Assessment & Referral Centre (CLARC) to determine placement in the program
OR
Take a Columbia College EAL Assessment
- The EAL Program welcomes all qualified applicants from across Alberta who have a minimum CLB 3, access to a digital device and internet connection.
- Permanent Residents or Convention Refugees are encouraged to take the LINC Program before applying for the EAL Program. Permanent Residents are required to present a LINC certificate with CLB 4 in listening/speaking when they apply for citizenship. To receive a LINC certificate, clients need to attend the LINC Program.
In our program, you will find a wide range of offerings to support your learning journey:
- Comprehensive career advising for both short-term and long-term goals
- Development of essential language skills in reading, writing, listening, speaking, grammar, and numeracy (math)
- Specialized modules focusing on pronunciation, speech clarity, communication, and presentation skills
- Writing enhancement and computer courses
- Integrated computer study across all classes
- English for Academic Purposes Courses
- Work Strategies & Work Experience Courses
Classes are offered from CLB 4 – CLB 8. Students who achieve CLB 8 in all four skill areas will graduate from the EAL program and will be eligible to apply for other programs at Columbia College.
EAL Foundations (CLB 4-5)
- Learn all the important skills: listening, speaking, reading, writing, grammar, and vocabulary.
- Use technology to manage your learning.
- Participate in different activities like discussions, presentations, role-plays, and group work.
- Special classes are offered to help you improve specific skills, like speaking, presenting, writing, work strategies, and using computers.
Pathways Preparation (CLB 6-7)
- Prepare for entering a professional or work environment.
- Prepare for EAP courses.
- Emphasis on essential skills and competencies for academic excellence and career readiness.
- Expand your vocabulary and learn intermediate listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills.
- Begin to learn how to write essays, reports, and read academic and non-academic articles.
English for Academic Purposes/LEAP (CLB 7-8)
- Our EAP Program offers four courses: LEAP CLB 7 (1 & 2) and LEAP CLB 8 (1 & 2). This program is designed to prepare students for higher education, as well as for professional careers. The program also serves as a seamless pathway into Columbia College’s professional programs. in some cases, without further English assessment.
- Focus on expanding academic vocabulary and advancing listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills.
- Specific focus on academic skills enhancement.
- LEAP students achieving a CLB 8 in all skills may directly enter some of Columbia College’s Professional Programs.
Columbia has no funded spots available in our English and an Additional Language, Employment Training, and Academic Upgrading programs.
These programs are funded by the Government of Alberta and are open to qualifying students. However, we have no remaining funding available. Our waitlist is full and we are unable to accept new applicants. To be notified when we begin accepting applications, please sign up for our email list below:
Note: Columbia College also offers a range of user-pay, part-time EAL and Academic Upgrading programs available. Please click here or connect with an advisor to see our latest program offerings.
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Course Features
- Lectures 0
- Quizzes 0
- Duration 50 hours
- Skill level All levels
- Language English
- Students 1
- Assessments Yes
