Proficiency in Academic College English (Certificate)
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On Education Planner BC select the program "Academic College English Proficiency Certificate (ELLA) - English Language Learning and Acquisition"
Overview
The Academic College English Program (ACE) is designed to improve your speaking, listening and writing skills to prepare you for college- and university-level classes.
If you are a Canadian citizen, permanent resident or refugee the program is tuition-free.
In addition to helping you improve your English as a second language (ESL), the program focuses on developing research and critical thinking skills vital to post-secondary success. Once you successfully complete three of the four Level 3 classes, you will meet the English language proficiency requirements for courses at Douglas College. Our ACE program is offered both full- and part-time for those with busy schedules.