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Programs

Workplace English Diploma
(General English + Paid Work Experience)

Vancouver, Toronto, Calgary, Victoria

Global Village is pleased to be offering Workplace English Diploma (General English + Paid Work Experience) packages, minimum 24 weeks and maximum 48 weeks, to students who want to improve their English language skills while gaining work experience in Canada.

Work experience placements are paid positions, in entry-level customer service, hospitality and retail. This is a unique program enabling students to learn and put their English skills to work in Canada with full support and guidance provided by GV from beginning to end!

General English Studies

  • 25 English lessons per week
  • Entrance and exit tests to track progress
  • Includes Certificates at end of program
  • Accredited Curriculum

Customer Service Preparation

  • Customer Service training (offered for 1 study block = 4 weeks/16 lessons total)
  • Exit test to track progress

Job Readiness Workshop

  • Job Readiness Workshops
  • Interview preparation and coaching

Work Experience

  • Develop language skills in a real Canadian work environment
  • Gain work experience
  • Interact with Canadians
  • Improve future employment prospects
  • Receive a letter of reference
 
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Offered in: Canada (Vancouver, Toronto, Calgary, Victoria)

Minimum age: 19

Entry level: Upper Intermediate

Exam required? Yes - See Exam Page

Program duration:

  • 12 weeks English program + 12 weeks work placement, or
  • 24 weeks English program + 24 weeks work placement

Prerequisites:

  • Min 1 year post-secondary education
  • English résumé and cover letter
  • Completed application form and interview
  • Intermediate (GV5) level of English by start of work placement
  • Entrance examination required
  • Students must have both a Canadian Study permit and Co-op Work Permit OR Working Holiday Visa

Global Village English Centres
Marketing Office / Contact Us/Email

Tel. +1 604 684 1118. Fax +1 604 684 1117