Language Excellence Certificates
ILSC's Language Excellence program is comprised of three certificates: the Performing Arts Certificate in English, Speaking Excellence Certificate and College and University Preparation Certificate. Students who complete the Language Excellence program will have mastered the skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing in English, moving from fluency to accuracy. For those students who need to access college or University programs, or those who simply want to build confidence and excel, this program provides a balanced academic and communicative learning journey in English.
Availability by City: Please see individual program descriptions.
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Performing Arts Certificate in English (PACE)
If you are looking for a way to express yourself and be creative, then the ILSC Performing Arts Certificate in English is for you! This Certificate program guides you from working with the written word to the spoken word with increased confidence and fluency. Adopt English speaking culture by embracing the tones, the colours, and the passion of the language! Find your English voice by progressing from shorter to longer written pieces, from dialogues to storytelling, radio theatre and onward to theatrical or filmmaking productions.
Program Length: 2 or 3 month Fulltime Intensive program; depending on entry level; flexible study schedule.
Highlights:
- Develop a balance of speaking and writing skills
- Bring your language to life
- Transform written language skills into everyday spoken English
- Expand your spoken and written vocabulary using a range of powerful speech production techniques
- Work intensively on English language fluency and accuracy
Levels: Intermediate 1
More information:
 Performing Arts Certificate in English (PACE) |
Availability by City:
 Vancouver |
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Speaking Excellence Certificate (SEC)
Speaking Excellence Certificate program will enable you to advance your spoken English skills to a level appropriate for communication in academic or career settings. The program focuses on developing verbal skills, both strengthening pronunciation and listening, and strengthening flexible everyday vocabulary and self-expression. Through new vocabulary acquisition, infusion of ‘expressive language’ awareness, focused error correction, presentation delivery and improved critical thinking skills, you will achieve Speaking Excellence.
Program Length: 2 or 3 month Fulltime Intensive program; depending on entry level; flexible study schedule.
Highlights:
- Accelerate your spoken English to an advanced level
- Develop discussion and communications skills and strategies for critical thought
- Prepare formal presentations and lead discussions
- Find your fluency
Levels: Intermediate 4
More information:
Speaking Excellence Certificate (SEC) |
Availability by City:
Montreal
Toronto
Vancouver |
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University Pathway Certificate Program
Gain entrance into a North American college or university and prepare for academic success once there. Lecture comprehension, note-taking, research skills, academic discussion skills and writing a post-secondary level essay are the focus of this certificate.
Program Length: Program length is flexible, depending on your language-level test scores. We encourage you to study the full-time intensive program for a complete immersion and for quicker progression.
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8 - 12 weeks |
| Intermediate Level: |
16 - 32 weeks |
| Beginner Level: |
36 - 48 weeks |
Highlights:
- Prepare for a North American university education
- Transfer directly to our partner colleges and universities,
without external test scores
- Study English in cosmopolitan Vancouver, Toronto or Montréal
- Learn to succeed in degree or diploma level studies
- Receive a Conditional Letter of Acceptance to reputable universities
- Excel with your individually tailored pathway program
Levels: Beginner to Advanced
More information:
University Pathway (UP) Program |
Availability by City:
Montreal
Toronto
Vancouver |
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Social Media Certificate (SMC)
Learn about both traditional and new forms of media, advertising and design, both online and offline. Explore how Social Media is changing the way we find and share information for business, politics and in our personal lives. Learn to communicate effectively online using a variety of social media tools.
Program Length: 2 month Full-Time Intensive program.
Highlights:
- Learn how social media is used effectively in business, political and personal contexts
- Improve your writing skills and learn how to target and engage your reader online
- Work on interesting media projects to improve reading, speaking and writing skills
- Develop discussion, communication, and critical thinking skills
Levels: Intermediate 2
More information:
Social Media Certificate (SMC) |
Availability by City:
Vancouver |
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