Language Programs

Do you want to improve your English skills in a young and international environment and at the same time experience the great city of Vancouver, live with a Canadian family and meet new people from all over the world? Then come and join one of our classes! CET Vancouver offers small, friendly classes for all levels, from beginner to advanced, where experienced teachers help students reach their language potential. Lessons are created to reflect each student’s needs and interests and based on Cambridge University ESL programs. Your experience with CET Vancouver will be rewarding and fun.

English for Work Place Preparation

CET Vancouver offers an English program for those students choosing a work placement. This English language training will allow students to later practice it in “real situations”. Through our English for Work Place Preparation students improve their confidence and  language skills in work related activities before they go out in the workplace. The English training has a focus on soft skills development such as: English for cover letter and resume writing, English for Interviewing, networking, and customer service.

This program is an excellent opportunity for you if you are looking for:

Hands-on, specialized experience in your career area
Knowledge of day to day operations in Canadian organizations
A chance to apply the theories you learned at school in the real world
Daily practice with language and communication skills
An increase in industry knowledge
A multicultural work environment
Opportunities to meet people in your industry = networking!

Course Name:English for the Workplace
Duration: 8 hours/ 1 week course Monday to Thursday 1:00-3:00p.m.
Level: Intermediate and Above

Overview: English for the Workplace is a one week course designed for students to learn the English skills necessary for a job placement in Canada. Students will create resumes, cover letters with practical business language. They will also have the opportunity to practice job interviews and learn about Canadian business etiquette. It is a hands-on course that will prepare students going into the job placement program through CET Vancouver.

Business English Programs

(BEC) (Monday to Thursday 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.)

If the English that you studied at school is not enough to help you communicate with partners in an international setting, then business English classes will help you achieve success. Modules cover topics such as interviewing, presentations, advertising, leadership, intercultural affairs, cross-cultural etiquette and negotiation. At CET Vancouver, we will make sure that you return home with the confidence you need to excel in the competitive world of international business.

CUSTOMISED BUSINESS ENGLISH PROGRAMS

CET Vancouver is pleased to offer specialised training programs specific to the needs of international executives. Programs can be arranged starting from one week minimum. CETVancouver will create unique content based classes which will give students a competitive advantage and confidence in their ability to communicate in a business environment. Groups must have a minimum of 8 students. Please contact the school directly for more information.

English for the Hospitality Industry

If you want to study English and gain valuable hospitality knowledge. CET Vancouver offers an intensive English course with a focus in the hospitality industry. Participation and successful conclusion of the 4-week course results in a guaranteed job placement for a maximum of 1 year in one of our partner hotels. Focus for all students is on hotel employment, most time being devoted to restaurant service, but also looking at front office and housekeeping language. Upon completion of the course students will feel comfortable using English in the role of their work experience.

English for the Hospitality Industry

Duration: 8 hours / 1 week course Monday to Thursday 1:00-3:00 p.m.
Level: Intermediate

Topics/Vocabulary:
Addressing customers and superiors, Interviews/telephone interviews, Food & menus, restaurant language, Alcohol: wine and spirits, other beverages, Acronyms and idioms, Tourist attractions, Chores and fun activities, Body language, Sexual harassment, Clothing, Resumes/Cover letters.

Evaluation: Daily written and oral tests. Poor attendance, lack of participation, or low skills scores may result in a failure to pass the course, exclusion from participation in the 4- week course and job placement.