English for Work
ISIS provides English language classes for immigrants preparing to go into the workplace, and at work for immigrants who are employed. To take the classroom-based English for work, you must first have a language assessment.
Below is a complete list of English for Work training at ISIS, in alphabetical order.
On-site Training
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Online Learning
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TRAINING
Basic Writing Skills Online
November 14 – January 13
This is a eight week introduction to workplace writing. It focuses on grammar, punctuation and spelling and how to write clearly. Learners are able to express their opinions, discuss their ideas, share their experiences, and state facts about workplace situations in well structured paragraphs. Email writing format and etiquette are also introduced.
Clear Speaking Online
Dates coming soon
This four-week online course offers opportunities to develop and improve your pronunciation. You will work at your own pace and receive individual feedback from the instructor.
Communication for the Workplace (via Videoconferencing)
Dates coming soon
This is an employment related English language training for professionals from different employment backgrounds. This program is available in Truro, Bridgewater, Kentville, Sydney and Halifax.
English for Healthcare Professionals
November 14, 2011 –
March 16, 2012
This program is an inter-disciplinary communication course for health-care professionals. This intensive course focuses on the language skills needed to practice effectively in a Canadian health-care work environment.
English for Work and Business
January 9 – March 30
Monday – Friday
1-4pm
This program is for immigrants who already have some English language skills and want job related language training to help them find a job that fits with their skills and experience, or immigrants who want to start a business.
English for Work and Living
October 17, 2011 -
February 23, 2012
Monday – Thursday, 9-11am
This is a language class for immigrants and citizens born outside Canada who need to develop language skills for work and everyday living.
English in the Workplace
January 9 – March 30
This program is customized to the needs of the employed or self-employed immigrant. Before you begin training, an instructor visits your workplace to meet with you and your employer to test your language learning needs.
English in the Workplace Online
September 12 –
December 13, 2011
This program offers live training customized to the needs of the employed or self-employed immigrant. Training takes place at your workplace using a computer, a web-cam, high-speed internet, and software for shared visuals.
Entrepreneur Language Clinics
These language clinics are one-on-one ESL tutorials for entrepreneurs who have a business or are starting a business. Entrepreneurs meet with an ESL instructor for up to ten classes, focusing on the communication skills you need for your business.
Evening Program
Beginning September 6, 2011
Tuesdays and Thursdays
6:30 – 8:30 pm
This language training program is held in the evenings. Instructors decide on the topics by assessing your language needs. The classes focus on oral and written communication skills essential for the community and workplace.
Grammar Online
Self directed study
This program has grammar activities that provide opportunities to learn and practice specific grammar topics. There is no instructor for these activities, so you can go at your own speed and repeat them as many times as you wish.
Idioms for the Workplace
Self directed study
This is an online collection of over 200 commonly used workplace idioms and definitions. There is no instructor for this resource, but activities are monitored as you study.
IELTS Preparation
International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Preparation
November 21 – January 30
Mondays & Wednesdays
9am – 12 pm
This course prepares you for the IELTS Academic test.
Interpersonal Communication at Work Online
Begins every Monday
This is a six-week facilitated online course. In this course you will learn language to communicate effectively with customers and colleagues in the workplace.
Language Learning Strategies
Summer 2012
This program addresses the needs of immigrant professionals who are entering the workforce or returning to school. This eight week course teaches the skills and strategies needed to learn English outside the classroom.
Language Learning Strategies Online
February 6 – March 18
This eight-week online course offers opportunities to develop and practice language learning strategies and lifelong learning skills.
Listening Practice Online
Self directed study
This online class has 28 workplace based audio files with activities to check listening comprehension. These self-access listening activities are designed to help you prepare for the Canadian workplace.
Orientation and Communication Skills for Engineers
November 14, 2011 –
February 17, 2012
1:00 – 4:00pm
This program is an inter-disciplinary orientation and communication course for immigrants in engineering and technical professions who want to work in their field in Canada.
Orientation and Communication Skills for Financial Professionals
Dates coming soon
This course consists of 12 intensive workshops and is an inter-disciplinary orientation and communication program for immigrants in financial professions who want to work in their field in Canada.
Professional and Business Series
September 21, 2011 -
June 27, 2012
Wednesdays, 6-9pm
This is a series of workshops for immigrants who want to improve their workplace language skills. Each workshop is a three hour session focused on a specific workplace language skill. You will learn, practice and share knowledge. You can choose which workshops you would like to attend [...]
Professional Portfolio Development Workshops
February 21 – March 19
Tuesdays & Thursdays
9-11:30am
This program will guide you in developing a work-based portfolio. These workshops can help you re-enter your professional field or prepare for a career change. You will learn to speak effectively about your skills, present yourself to employers and document your knowledge and experience.
Professional Writing Skills Online
November 14 – January 13
This is a eight week facilitated course exploring the writing process, strategies for writing improvement, and email in the workplace. Various types of workplace writing will be examined.
Pronunciation at Work (Advanced)
Dates coming soon
Pronunciation at Work will help you improve your speech so listeners for better communication. This class is twice a week for seven weeks.
Pronunciation at Work (Basic)
February 13 – March 30
Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays
9-11am
Pronunciation at Work helps you learn clear speech for better communication. This class is twice a week for 7 weeks.
Pronunciation Practice Online
Self directed study
This is a program for immigrants to reduce common pronunciation errors and develop more natural intonation and stress patterns.
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) Preparation
February 7 – March 29
Tuesdays & Thursdays
9am – 12pm
This is an 8-week class that teaches strategies for doing the iBT TOEFL test. This class is for immigrants who want to apply for university or who need a TOEFL score for professional licensure.
Work Start
October 10,2011 –
February 17, 2012
This course is for permanent residents who are working or looking for a job and want to learn more about Canadian workplace culture.
Workplace Writing Skills
January 30 – March 23
Monday – Friday
1 – 3pm
This course focuses on developing writing skills for the workplace. You will learn how to write emails, memos, and business letters using both informal and formal writing styles. Classes are 5 times a week for 7 weeks.
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