Basic English as a Second Language, Certificate

Program at a glance

Credential

Certificate

Work experience

None

Study options

Full-time

Part-time

Open to International

Yes

Area of study

Upgrading & Preparatory

Length

Varies

Tuition-free

Upgrading courses and programs are tuition-free for domestic students.

Grant info

If you are learning English as an international language, this program is for you

Start in September, January, March or May

With our help and support, you’ll become more confident in listening, speaking, reading and writing English. Offering eight levels of English as an Additional Language (formerly ESL) training, Camosun has a course for everyone.

Set yourself on the right path

In this skills-based program, speakers of other languages develop essential English reading, writing, listening and speaking skills. This is a unique opportunity with a multicultural student population, authentic language practice, Canadian culture experience, and electives to support the required courses. Domestic and international students can study full and part-time to improve their English skills for a variety of goals related to academic study and daily life in an English language setting.

A supportive community

Our instructors are highly qualified and committed to providing a friendly and caring learning experience in an adult environment. We understand the pressures and challenges of learning a new language. Our scheduling is flexible to fit your busy life: full-time, part-time, at your own pace; day or evening; The courses run all year round.

Next Info Session to be announced
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English Help Centres

Staffed with expert language tutors, Camosun's English Help Centres have multi-media computer labs and a variety of other support services to help you succeed. You’ll be a part of our campus community and meet new friends.

Learn at your level

If you're a beginning, pre-intermediate or intermediate student, you will start with listening and speaking skills as well as reading and writing skills in levels 1-5.

If you're a more experienced English language learner, you will take more advanced courses, either to prepare you for college and university level programs or to gain professional English skills for the Canadian workplace in levels 6-9. EAP