English for the Workplace

• For computers using Windows (minimum system requirement: Windows 10)
• For computers using Mac (minimum system requirement: OSX 10)
• For iPad tablets (iOS) (minimum system requirement: iOS 9)
• For Android tablets (minimum system requirement: Android 5)
• The use of headphones with working speakers and a microphone is advised.
• Adobe Acrobat Reader. Download the Acrobat Reader.

Upon successful completion of the English for the Workplace programme, levels 1 to 6, the participant will:

• have better English pronunciation and clarity of speech;
• have improved their English accent;
• know how to make an impact and deliver their message effectively;
• know how to deliver oral presentations;
• know how to participate effectively in meetings and interviews;
• have improved their telephone communication skills;
• have improved their workplace conversational skills;
• have improved their business writing skills;
• have learned about Trinidad and Tobago’s workplace culture and language;
• have learned about non verbal communication;
• have improved their intercultural communication skills;
• have improved their soft skills, e.g. giving and receiving feedback, persuading, etc. 
• have participated in meetings and negotiations; 
• have learned about applying for work – interviewing and preparing CV’s, cover letters; 
• have given presentations and pitched ideas and projects; 
• have improved their English for online communication, e.g. working remotely, social media, etc. 
• have improved their writing for business skills, e.g. emails, reports, evaluations and briefs; 
• have learned vocabulary for business; 
• have improved their critical thinking; 
• have functional grammar, e.g. hedging, emphasizing, paraphrasing, etc.  
• have experienced context-based learning, based on real world scenarios and contexts; 
• have done project work with experienced professionals. 

• All our courses cover the contents of the Common European Framework of Reference of Languages (CEFR) of the Council of Europe.
• The communicative approach is used in all language for international communication courses.

Participants will develop the four language skills, i.e. listening, reading, writing and speaking simultaneously while learning grammatical structures and vocabulary related to the level as well as an appreciation of the culture of the countries where the language is spoken.

Some of the evaluation components include group projects, assignments, oral presentations and tests in the four language skills: Speaking, Listening, Reading and Writing.

At the end of each level, participants will receive a Certificate of Completion awarded by the CSL. In order to obtain a Pass, students must obtain at least 60% of the overall grade. 

• Official high school, college, university diploma or degree, or college/university attendance certificate;
• A recent passport sized photo of the applicant (digital format);
• A copy of the applicant’s driver’s permit, national ID card or passport;
• Proper immigration status (for non local students) living in Trinidad and Tobago;
• Completed registration form. 

Prerequisite Courses

• For admission of our levels 2 – 9, along with the requirements above, successful completion of the previous level in the CSL programme, the IELTS or TOEFL certificate at the corresponding level or having been placed at the specific level via a CSL placement test.

Note:  Incomplete applications will not be processed. The CSL will confirm registration via email within three business days.

DISCLAIMER:

• There is a non-negotiable US$ 20.00 bank charge for all transfers from non local bank accounts.
• The School will not be responsible for transfer of money in wrong account. Please double check the details before sending.
• The School reserves the right to modify or change any cost or fee for any of our services without prior notice.

TUITION FEES

Intersive (IC) 

NOTES (IC): 

• All the fees above include the relevant instructional material and registration fee.
• Tuition fees do not include the external examinations, stationery supplies, printing, fees for supplementary exams and repeats, other living costs, etc.

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Part-Time 5h/Week (PT) 

• Registration Fee: TT$ 250 – US$ 40
• Digital Instructional Materials: TBA

NOTES (PT): 

• All payments for tuition fees are to be made by either bank Draft or by direct deposit. Wire Transfer Instructions can be obtained from the Administration Office.
• Tuition fees do not include the external examinations, stationery supplies, printing, fees for supplementary exams and repeats, other living costs, etc.
• All the fees above include the relevant instructional material and registration fee.
• For short courses (part-time), there will be no refund or transfer after the first day of class.
• The CSL reserves the right to review and/or change its policy with respect to payment terms for fees and to the instalments of fees, and considers any requests made on a case by case basis for approval by the School’s Management.

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ADDITIONAL FEES FOR ALL STUDENTS (if applicable):

• Late registration fee: TT$ 230 – US$ 35 *
• Placement Test: TT$ 350 – US$ 55* 
• Any other outing and special event promoted by the school. 

*The fees above are non-refundable, non-transferable and cannot be used for any other cycle, course or semester.

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