English as a Second Language - Advanced

Effective Communication impacts each of us every day. This curriculum is specifically designed to boost your language skills. You can now fully harness your communication abilities at work and in professional and personal situations.

This program is designed to complement your technical expertise and strengthen the effectiveness of advanced English as a Second Language speakers. Act now! Begin building the English communication skills that are important in today’s workplace.


Business Writing

A focused review of writing basics to help you write more effectively. Grammar, sentence structure, paragraphing, organization, and style for workplace documents will be emphasized. Develop skills in organizing information into clear and effective work documents. Understand writing and writing skills as a process, and apply the process to your workplace needs.

Class Session Days and Times  
November 6 - 15, 2009 Fri. 6:00 PM - 9:30 PM, Sat. & Sun. 9:00 AM - 4:15 PM  
Registration  $449

Effective Presentation and Meeting Skills

This training is designed to increase participant’s presentation proficiency while enhancing meeting communication skills. The training combines language skills with the tools needed to be an effective communicator in the professional world. An experiential approach provides participants with an opportunity to practice their skills in multiple role-playing situations.

Class Session Days and Times  
June 8, 2010 - July 13, 2010 Tuesdays and Thursdays 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM  
Registration $449

Pronunciation

These courses are designed to counter first language interferences in spoken communication. A practicum in spoken American English which includes word and sentences stress, intonation and rhythm from blendings, and reductions. The class includes individual analysis and training through interactive activities.

Class Session Days and Times  
June 18 - 27, 2010 Fri. 6:00 PM - 9:30 PM, Sat. & Sun. 9:00 AM - 4:15 PM  
Registration $449

Effective Communication in the Workplace

This course is used to teach workplace communication skills and provide insight into standard American workplace practices. Built around conversation and vocabulary development—participants develop a practical method for understanding their adjustment into a culture as well as for developing a way to deal with cultural misunderstanding. The course helps participants work more effectively to gain the greatest possible benefit from working in a multicultural workplace.

Class Session Days and Times  
July 24, 2009 - August 2, 2009 Fri. 6:00 PM - 9:30 PM, Sat. & Sun. 9:00 AM - 4:15 PM  
Registration $449