ESLN Level 1 - Certificate of Competency

The ESLN Level 1 Certificate Program provides intensive English as a Second Language integrated instruction in reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills and vocabulary development for low beginning ESL students. This program prepares students to effectively use oral and written communication skills in everyday life and work contexts. Emphasis is on preparing students to participate in simple conversations, complete basic forms and write simple sentences. It prepares students for the ESL Level 2 Program.  

A Certificate of Competency is awarded upon completion of all required courses.

Program Outcomes

  • Evaluate information being presented and requested while participating in basic conversations about personal experiences.
  • Decipher basic print and predict or select responses to questions in text, forms or in oral discourse.
  • Formulate simple sentences based on personal experience or simple themes.

Required Courses

ESLN 1061AENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE, LEVEL 1A0
ESLN 1061BENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE, LEVEL 1B0