PROGRAM
English as a Second Language
Diploma
English as a Second Language
Program Overview
Welcome to CBT Technology Institute's ESL program, where we offer high-quality, full-time English courses designed to transform your personal and professional life. In the diverse City of Miami, we recognize the immense opportunities that come with mastering the English language. Our program has been developed for students eager to improve their communication skills and unlock new possibilities for themselves and their families.
From the beginning levels, we emphasize listening, understanding, and speaking, ensuring you build a strong foundation. As you progress, you will participate in activities such as lab exercises, one-on-one interviews, and field trips, which reflect real-life situations and enhance your conversational skills.
At Level 6, we focus on intensive oral practice, preparing you to engage fluently in conversations about essential topics like public services, personal needs, career success, and social interactions.
Join us at CBT and empower yourself to take full advantage of opportunities in Miami and beyond. Improve your English skills and begin achieving your goals with confidence and clarity.
Learn MoreProgram Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program, graduates will be prepared to:
- Communicate effectively in English with native English speakers.
- Utilize English language skills in the workplace.
- Actively engage in and contribute to the growth and development of their community.
- Enhance their family life and maintain a stable family structure by taking a more active role in parenting without the need for an interpreter.
- Promote the health and safety of their family by understanding and following safety instructions, road signs, medication guidelines, workplace safety materials, and weather and safety advisories.
- Effectively communicate with law enforcement and emergency medical personnel in English.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Although completion of this program does not directly lead to employment, the ESL graduates may take advantage of educational and training opportunities, which lead to employment, promotions or higher salaries, all of which benefit families by improving their opportunities and access to benefits such as health care.
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
ESL1 – Basic English for Low Beginners (6 Semester Credits Hours)
The student will understand the process of learning another language, the alphabet, how to build vocabulary and use a dictionary, principles for correct pronunciation, and vocalization. There will be an integrated (multimedia) approach to acquire proficiency in the basic skills of the language, listening/understanding, speaking, reading, writing, and cross-cultural awareness. The course will also emphasize practical vocabulary use, progressive grammatical explanations and accurate pronunciation.
ESL2 – English for High Beginners (6 Semester Credits Hours)
Students continue to develop the speaking and listening skills necessary to participate in classroom and group discussions. In order to build oral communication, there will be an emphasis on being functional in daily activities and emergency situations and highlights include interviews, pair and group work, and discussions. There is continued emphasis on practical vocabulary and pronunciation practice. Practice in understanding and using the spoken language; reading and writing with progressive grammatical explanations.
ESL3 – Low Intermediate Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking (6 Semester Credit Hours)
Students continue to develop the reading, speaking and listening skills necessary to participate in classroom and group discussions. In order to build oral communication, there will be an emphasis on introductions, interviews, pair and group work, discussions, and individual presentations. The course continues emphasis on practical vocabulary and accurate pronunciation. Practice in understanding and using the spoken language; reading and writing with progressive grammatical explanations.
ESL4 – High Intermediate Listening, Reading and Speaking (6 Semester Credit Hours)
Students continue to practice the reading, speaking and listening skills necessary to participate in classroom, group, and individual discussions. In order to progress in oral communication, there will be an emphasis on preparing for job interviews, being functional in real life situations, and discussing current events through group discussions and individual presentations. Emphasis on practical vocabulary and accurate pronunciation will be reinforced. Practice in understanding and using the spoken language; reading and writing with progressive grammatical explanations.
ESL5 – Advanced Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking (6 Semester Credit Hours)
Students continue to practice the reading, writing, speaking and listening skills necessary to participate in classroom, group, and individual discussions. In order to progress in oral communication, there will be an emphasis on preparing for job interviews, being functional in real life situations, and discussing current events through group discussions and individual presentations. Emphasis on practical vocabulary, accurate pronunciation and writing will be reinforced. Practice in understanding and using the spoken language; reading and writing with progressive grammatical explanations.
ESL6 – Conversational English for Advanced Students (6 Semester Credit Hours)
This conversational English course furthers student knowledge of oral expression, grammar and reading skills. The students will interrelate with each other under the instructor's direction. The expressions and sounds will be revised in the 1st level of study.