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EAL Intensive

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EAL Intensive

Our EAL Intensive program offers full-time and part-time study options to support your academic and career goals.

We currently offer CLB 6 to CLB 8 classes and English for Academic Purposes (EAP) classes. While CLB 4 and 5 have been offered in the past, they are not available at this time. If you are applying and require placement in a lower-level ESL course (CLB 4 or 5), we strongly recommend contacting the College to confirm availability before submitting your application, as lower-level courses may not be offered every term due to limited capacity. Please reach out to student.advisors@norquest.ca. 

What to expect from the program

Our courses are designed to help you strengthen your English language skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing, whether you are preparing for further education or employment. We also offer English for Academic Purposes (EAP) courses to support specific academic goals.
Through our blended learning model, you will develop essential digital literacy skills and gain experience studying in an online environment.
The EAL Intensive program at NorQuest College is certified by Languages Canada, a mark of quality and excellence in language education.

What to expect from the program

In EAL Intensive, you will learn to:

  • communicate with confidence in a variety of situations
  • improve your pronunciation, speaking fluency, and grammar
  • expand your vocabulary and use of idiomatic language
  • develop reading strategies and effective writing skills
  • build on your digital literacy skills through integrated computer instruction

Code of ethics and quality standards

EAL Intensive students will follow NorQuest College policies and appeal processes. Students may also seek further resolution through the Languages Canada Association.

Graduate with experience

In EAL Intensive, you will learn to
  • communicate with confidence in a variety of situations
  • improve your pronunciation, speaking fluency, and grammar
  • expand your vocabulary and use of idiomatic language
  • develop reading strategies and effective writing skills

Career opportunities

English skills are vital for success and promotion in any job or career in Canada. NorQuest’s EAL Intensive program helps you become better qualified for the workplace. Community Service Learning activities are offered as part of our program to help you make contributions to the community and gain work-related skills while studying.

Important information for international students

This program qualifies for a study permit, but does not qualify for a post-graduate work permit in Canada as of November 1, 2024. Learn more about obtaining your study permit and other important immigration information.

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