courses in Canada, in Vancouver

Studying a General English course will give you an understanding of the English language and take you all the way from beginner to fluency. This course focuses on communication skills, speaking, listening, reading and writing.

Do you need IELTS for your career or your education? Our preparation course will ensure you have all the skills necessary to take the test and achieve your desired score.The IELTS Preparation course teaches strategies for success in the IELTS (International English Language Testing System) exam and covers the four major sections in-depth: Speaking, Listening, Reading & Writing.Our teachers specialize in training students for test-taking and help them develop confidence and techniques that contribute to their success. Students may choose to prepare for the IELTS exam from Level 10 and up.ILAC accepts students every Monday, however, students are strongly encouraged to begin on Main Start Dates. Please contact Ynsitu to know more about the Main Start Dates.

English for Academic Purposes courses provide language instruction for students who wish to study at a university where English is the language of instruction. Language skills addressed include: listening comprehension, fluency development, oral intelligibility, reading, grammar, writing, and vocabulary development for University levels.

The exam preparation courses are designed to help you achieve the result needed in your chosen language exam. These official language exams are used as a proof of language proficiency for immigration purposes, university admissions, or for employment. In this course you will learn and develop test-taking strategies and skills.

If you’re hoping to develop your language skills in a short amount of time, our Platinum Courses are the ideal option for you. They are designed for busy professionals, executives and mature learners who hope to improve quickly. You can choose to study in specialised one-to-one sessions, where the lessons are tailor-made to meet your specific personal needs. It’s entirely up to you how many of these lessons you have per week and the teacher can, if you choose, focus on your specialised professional area. Alternatively, you can opt for small group sessions where classes will have a maximum of five students. Your lessons will take place in one of our dedicated Platinum Centres, which have comfortable modern classrooms and a Platinum Clubhouse for you to enjoy outside of class. On a Platinum course, you will have the opportunity to meet and network with other professionals from all over the world.

LAB Vancouver's part-time evening English courses offer convenience, flexibility and variety. You will gain the confidence you need for social, academic and professional situations. Choose from an array of specialized programs, at all levels of proficiency, and study in a supportive, intimate environment.General EnglishFocus on increasing overall proficiency of speaking, writing and vocabulary building.

Private lessons will allow students to learn at their own speed and study the content of their choice.

** This program is subject to program availability. This is a great option for students who want to develop English skills for employment and practical business situations.Topics include negotiating, networking, managing meetings, interviewing, and socializing in a business environment. Students learn how to write effective business memos, letters, e-mails, informal and formal reports and presentation materials.Students also gain the ability to give effective presentations and develop the skills necessary to pass the Cambridge Business English Examination (BEC), which is internationally recognized and tests the skills for using English in the workplace.ILAC accepts students every Monday, however, students are strongly encouraged to begin on Main Start Dates. Please contact Ynsitu to know more about the Main Start Dates.

This  course teaches the sector specific language and communication skills for a career in international marketing. Realistic speaking and writing tasks give you the chance to practice the language you learn. Authentic listening tasks allows you to hear how the language is used in context. It covers a wide range of marketing related topics such as:•SWOT/PESTEL/Five Forces Analysis•Branding and Market Segmentation•Market Research and Budgets•Product Launch Merchandising•Exhibitions/Sponsorship/Trade Shows•Managing Customer Relations•Product Life Cycles/Trends•Digital Marketing/On-line ShoppingThe focus on vocabulary, phrases and grammatical structures that you need in order to use English as a marketing professional make this a valuable and stimulating course.

Linguaskill Business measures the ability of non-native speakers to communicate in English in everyday business environments. The course is an excellent choice for students who plan to use English for business or the workplace. Students receive pre-tests, and the official test is offered at the college every 4 weeks.Linguaskill Business is a replacement for BULATS and is a reliable way of assessing the language ability of employees or trainees. VanWest College is the only official test provider in Canada.Cambridge English Test Assessment (part of Cambridge University)Quick InfoLevel: IntermediateLessons: 30 per weekLinguaSkill Business (20 L/W)  +English for Flight Attendants (10 L/W)Lesson: 50 minutesStart Dates: Every MondayLength: 2+ weeksAge: 16+ years oldStarting Dates: From September 7th, 2021 (every week)Linguaskill Business – AdvancedFOCUS           Linguaskill Business Advanced is a course designed to prepare students to challenge the Linguaskill Business test, an internationally recognized Business Language Test designed and administrated by Cambridge University in England.As taught at VanWest College, the course exposes students to various authentic Business English materials. Although the course maintains a strong focus on test preparation, the course is highly suitable for any student who wants a deeper understanding and practice with modern Business English.The course includes reading and listening skills, writing practice for emails, letters and reports, models for up‐to‐date business language, grammar and vocabulary exercises to train students to avoid common mistakes, role plays of common business scenarios, and ample speaking practice, from solo presentations to group discussions.English For Flight AttendantsThis fast-paced course focuses on teaching essential, real-life-like scenarios through themes and practical exercises that allow you to learn and practice useful Flight Attendant terminology used in everyday situations. You will be able to define aviation terminologies common to the air operator and use them in the appropriate context. Also, you will be able to identify and describe the basic components of all stages of a flight.Prerequisite: EAP 100 or Level 4Includes field trips to Vancouver International Airport & Guest speaker sessionsYou have options to upgrade to our Vocational College Programs (Study & Paid Work)Receive a certificate in English for Flight Attendants