English Courses in Los Angeles
INTENSIVE ENGLISH PROGRAM
Our Intensive English Program is the most comprehensive course at A F International School of Languages Inc. It consists of a grammar core session (Reading & Writing, Listening & Speaking) and an elective conversation course (Vocabulary and Pronunciation). It is designed for students who need to learn English for professional or academic reasons as quickly as possible. Classes are small, up to 12 students to ensure a high degree of student-teacher interaction.
Intensive Beginning English
The Intensive Beginning English program consists of four levels, each consisting of 96 hours. Students are tested at the end of each level before moving on to the next.
At the end of the Intensive Beginning English Program, students will have a basic understanding of oral and written English, use elements of grammar and form short written and oral sentences, outline some aspects of American culture and civilization, read simple authentic literary and cultural texts, write structured and short compositions, and practice basic oral communicative exchange.
Intensive Intermediate English
Prerequisite: Intensive Beginning English level 4
The Intensive Intermediate English program consists of two levels, each consisting of 96 hours. Students are tested at the end of each level before moving on to the next. At the end of the Intensive Intermediate program, students will have reviewed basic English grammar and expanded their vocabulary and use of idioms; they will be able to demonstrate an intermediate understanding of oral and written English, use most elements of grammar and form written and oral sentences, outline many aspects of American culture and civilization, read authentic literary and cultural texts and write structured and short compositions.
Intensive High Intermediate English
Prerequisite: Intensive Intermediate English level 6
The High Intermediate Intensive English program consists of two levels, each consisting of 96 hours. Students are tested at the end of each level before moving on to the next. At the end of the High Intermediate class, students will have reviewed basic English grammar and expanded their vocabulary and use of idioms; they will be able to demonstrate an intermediate understanding of oral and written English, use most elements of grammar and form written and oral sentences, outline many aspects of American culture and civilization, read authentic literary and cultural texts and write structured and short compositions.
Intensive Advanced English
Prerequisite: Intensive High Intermediate English level 8
The Intensive Advanced English program consists of two levels, each consisting of 96 hours. Students are tested at the end of each level before moving on to the next. At the end of the Intensive Advanced English Program, students will have reviewed all facets of English grammar and expanded their vocabulary and use of idioms. Upon completion of this course, students will be able to satisfactorily complete the TOEFL-iBT placement test.
English for Professionals - (1) TOEFL iBT TOEFL Preparation: Class size limited to 4 students.
Prerequisite: Intensive Advanced English level 10 or TOEFL Diagnostic Pretest with a score of 480
Our students are among the most successful candidates for the new TOEFL iBT. Their results are a tribute to the effectiveness of our Intensive English program.
English for Professionals - (2) Business English
The English for Professionals program is a reading, speaking, listening and writing course for foreign born learners with at least an upper-intermediate level or advanced level of English, through a range of activities which engage learners and allow them to improve their English in a thorough and stimulating way.
Students in this program learn a variety of skills needed to work competently and comfortably in an English-speaking environment. The daily schedule includes a full study of English grammar and structure, work-related topics and conversation, and listening skills. Students practice their writing skills by preparing specific, work-related literature. Grammar topics are reviewed and thoroughly practiced in interview situations, oral presentations and profession-related portfolios.
English for Professionals - (3) Individual Instruction
We also offer one-on-one instruction where you decide on the number of hours of instruction and the schedule of the course. Your teacher will work very closely with you and keep you informed about your progress.
