LANGUAGE ASSESSMENT AND ESL REFERRAL CENTRE
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you have English classes at Immigrant Services?
No. Immigrant Services has the Language Assessment Centre. After your English level is assessed you are referred to language training programs. There are some programs at Immigrant Services that support English language practise, but no classes. To learn about English Conversation Circles at ISGW, CLICK HERE.
How do I know if my English is good enough for working in Canada?
This depends on the kind of work environment you expect to be in. You will always need some English in order to be safe and understand your responsibilities. The best way to find out your language levels according to Canadian standards is to have a language assessment. You will find out your Canadian Language Benchmarks levels in speaking, listening, reading, and writing. You will have an opportunity to ask questions and discuss your results with the Assessor after the assessment. If you need or want to learn more English, you will get information on English Language classes.
How can I prepare for my language assessment?
Special preparation for the language assessment is not necessary. By using English in your daily living, you are preparing for this assessment! Come to your assessment rested and ready to show the assessor what you can do in English.
Language Assessment – What you need to know
This guide was created to tell you what happens when you have a language assessment. It will also tell you what you have to do before your assessment and what happens after you have been assessed. Click language to download pdf: ENGLISH FRENCH
Where can I find self-study language resources?
The following Resources for Assessment and Self-Study have been compiled by Achēv. Click language to download pdf: ENGLISH FRENCH
ISGW’s language assessors have compiled a few resources for clients who wish to practise English on their own. Click on a language level to view pdf. Literacy Beginner-1 Benchmark 2-5 Benchmark 5-8
