Online Vocational ESL for Better Jobs in the U.S.
Online Vocational English as a Second Language (VESL) is a program that focuses on learning English with a special emphasis on job related skills and vocabulary.
The program is designed to help students with their day-to-day English language skills to improve their job prospects in the U.S. Students can easily access the program from anywhere, anytime, making it an innovative way to enhance language skills.
Program Overview
60-week English program geared towards immigrants and refugees
- •Financial Aid available (Pell Grant and/or Loan)
- •Columbia College Presidential Scholarship available
- •Placement test and Exit-test from Michigan Language Assessment (CaMLA test)
- •Rental tablets provided to students as a learning tool
- •High job placement rate upon the completion of the program
- •Job placement support throughout the program
Beginner
101/102
Intermediate
201/202
Advanced
301/302
High Advanced
401/402
Level Description
Canvas
Canvas is an online, self-study platform.
The benefits of Canvas include:
- •Flexibility: Self-study online English programs allow learners to study at their own pace and convenience.
- •Accessibility: With just an internet connection, learners can access a wealth of resources from anywhere in the world.
- •Continuous learning: Online platforms enable learners to continuously practice and improve their English skills.
- •Variety of resources: Online platforms provide a wide range of materials, including videos, exercises, quizzes, and discussions.
Homeroom Class
The HR (homeroom) classes are two-hour Zoom classes, twice a week, with a live instructor. The classes are available five days a week (Monday to Friday) throughout the entire day from 9:00 am to 10:00 pm (EST). There are 8 levels from beginner to advanced. Students have 10 weeks to complete and then move up or repeat a level. Students can repeat a level two times, and the program is 60 weeks in total. Homeroom Teachers will connect with students weekly via Zoom to:
- •Teach practical English skills
- •Encourage active participation
- •Maintain student motivation
- •Offer valuable feedback
Identification
- •Passport
- •Driver's License
- •State-issued ID
Education History
- •Diploma/school transcript (at least high school)
- •General Equivalency Diploma (GED)
- •DD-214 form
Application Fee
Domestic$100
International Applicants
This program is currently unavailable for international students
Non-Native English Speakers
CaMLA (Cambridge Michigan Language Assessments) English Test to define the English level.