English as a Second Language
Overview
Assiniboine offers daytime, evening, and weekend options for Canadian newcomers to improve their English skills. We specialize in English Language training for students with Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) levels 5-8. Our school provides a friendly and relaxing environment for you to come to learn and meet new people from across the globe. Funding for our ESL programming is provided by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada.
To provide the greatest flexibility to our students, classes will be delivered either in person or online. There is no cost to attend. For full course information and availability, please contact us at 204-725-8744 or esl@assiniboine.net .
Admissions
To take ESL classes at Assiniboine, we require students to have:
- A minimum CLB level of 4C or higher in listening, speaking, reading and writing
- Permanent resident status
- Must be a Manitoba resident
For further information please contact us at 204.725.8744 or esl@assiniboine.net
Please note: Individuals registering for these free, IRCC-funded classes must reside in Westman, as indicated in the map below. Students residing outside of Westman are eligible to attend any Provincial Online courses. Please contact us for more information.
Careers & Connections
Careers
Improving your level of English skills can:
- lead to a more rewarding career.
- help students gain entry into secondary education and succeed in their studies.
Connections
Obtaining higher English language proficiency through Assiniboine’s ESL program will help you to meet admission requirements for certificates and diploma programs at Assiniboine. To learn more about English language proficiency requirements, visit: Assiniboine.net/elp
Assiniboine has a number of agreements with other colleges, universities and professional organizations, making it possible for students to apply credit taken at Assiniboine to programs at other institutions. For up-to-date information on agreements, visit the Articulation Agreements page.
Tools & Supplies
The program allows input into the topics covered in your classes; your needs are our priority. The instructors complete a needs assessment with students throughout the program so that relevant information is covered for each group.
Any textbooks and materials you need will be provided to you within the first week of class. However, you will be responsible for providing your own binders, pens, paper, and other materials that will assist you in the classroom.
At-Home Computing
For this program, you are expected to have access to a computer at home. It should have a webcam, microphone and internet access to enable remote learning for the theory portions of your programs.
Courses & Costs
Spring Term Schedule 2024 (Levels 5/6, 6/7 and 7/8)
Funding for our ESL programming is provided by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada. There is no cost to attend. For full course information and availability, please contact us at 204.725.8744 or esl@assiniboine.net