Foundations of Everyday EnglishNEW
Certificate of Completion | ENGL
This certificate program is designed for learners at the beginner level (A1 and A2) who aim to build the foundational English skills necessary for everyday communication. Through interactive lessons and practical, real-world tasks, students will practise English in practical contexts that reflect real-life situations such as shopping, making appointments, or giving directions and develop confidence in speaking, listening, reading and writing for everyday purposes. Each course integrates digital learning with live, interactive sessions to provide hands-on opportunities for learners to collaborate and solve everyday challenges using English. By completing this program, students will gain the essential language skills needed to communicate efficiently and confidently in English-speaking environments.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this certificate, learners will be able to:
- Complete real-world tasks such as giving basic directions, ordering food or describing their daily routines.
- Engage in simple, goal-oriented conversations to solve everyday problems.
- Understand and use common phrases and expressions for social and transactional purposes.
- Read and comprehend short, simple texts such as signs, menus and messages.
- Write simple, functional texts such as messages and notes.
- Develop listening skills to follow instructions and understand key information in spoken English.
Language Equivalancy
This certificate is equivalent to the A2 level in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) and the Canadian Language Benchmarks (CLB) level 4.
Method of Delivery
This program will be offered through both synchronous and asynchronous delivery modes. Learners will meet their instructor weekly for a live 2-hour interactive synchronous session. In addition, learners will also engage in asynchronous learning.
English Language Placement Test
The placement test was designed to help you informally assess your English language proficiency to gain a better idea of which course to begin your English studies. If you have no previous English language experience, you are welcome to take the test but should register for ENGE 100 - Foundational English 1. The placement test focuses on knowledge of basic grammatical structures; it does not evaluate oral and written skills. The placement test contains 50 multiple-choice questions. It is recommended that you take the test without the use of any study aids to obtain a more accurate result. Take the English Placement Test now.
Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR)
Learners with prior learning in the English language as confirmed by the placement test may be eligible for a course credit in recognition of their prior learning. The placement test will indicate the recommended course that learners should register for. If the placement test recommends that a learner starts the certificate at the second course (ENGE 101) or the third course (ENGE 102), then the learner can apply for a PLAR for the first course (and possibly the second course). The learner should first register for the recommended course after taking the placement test, then send an email to cplliberalarts@humber.ca to apply for the PLAR. There is a fee of $86 per course associated with the application for PLAR.
Curriculum
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Compulsory Courses
This course introduces foundational English communication skills for daily life. Learners will build confidence by engaging in practical tasks to develop listening, speaking, reading and writing abilities. Topics include greetings, personal introductions, basic directions and common scenarios like shopping and dining. Through interactive activities and real-world practice, students will apply these new skills in familiar and practical contexts, building a strong foundation for further English learning.
Learning Outcomes:
Upon completion of this course, learners will be able to:
- Use common greetings and introductions in everyday conversations.
- Exchange personal information by asking and answering simple questions.
- Read and comprehend short, basic texts such as signs, timetables and advertisements.
- Write simple sentences, messages and forms for common, everyday purposes.
- Follow simple instructions and respond appropriately in real-world situations.
Building on the foundational skills developed in ENGE 100, this course expands learners' ability to communicate confidently in everyday situations. Through engaging, real-world tasks, students will explore topics such as shopping, dining out, navigating public transportation and making plans. Learners will practise expressing their preferences, asking for help and handling simple problems while further developing their reading and writing skills for practical purposes.
Learning Outcomes:
Upon completion of this course, learners will be able to:
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Participate in structured conversations including asking for assistance and expressing preferences.
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Understand and interpret short, functional texts such as schedules, menus and directions.
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Write clear and concise, practical texts including notes, messages and brief plans.
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Handle common social and transactional exchanges with increased confidence and clarity.
This course builds on the skills developed in ENGE 101, focusing on using English to navigate challenges and solve practical everyday problems. Students will engage in real-world scenarios related to topics such as dining, workplace communication, making presentations, problem-solving and resolving misunderstandings. Interactive tasks where learners will practise expressing opinions, seeking clarification, and providing solutions in both familiar and new contexts, will further develop their ability and confidence in speaking, listening, reading and writing.
Learning Outcomes:
Upon completion of this course, learners will be able to:
- Express opinions, preferences and basic needs clearly in structured conversations.
- Seek clarification and resolve common misunderstandings.
- Read and interpret written instructions such as user guides or procedural texts.
- Write concise descriptions, messages and responses to everyday situations.
- Navigate both predictable and unfamiliar scenarios with confidence.
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