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Continuing Education ESL Pathway to George Brown College Certificates and Diplomas will help you meet the minimum English Language admissions requirement for any of George Brown's full-time Ontario College Certificate or Diploma programs. This pathway is available within George Brown College only.

George Brown College’s English as a Second Language (ESL) (Part-Time) Certificate is an accelerated hybrid program to develop your English language skills for personal, professional, and academic purposes. With eight levels catering to every skill level, from beginner to advanced, you'll find your perfect fit. Each level runs for six weeks and includes a mix of activities that will strengthen your reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills. You'll also get to choose from an array of elective courses tailored to your unique needs, for a personalized learning experience.

George Brown College's English for Professional Success Certificate will give you the English language skills you need to succeed in Canada's highly competitive workplace. By polishing your verbal, listening, and written communication skills, this part-time program will build your confidence in personal and professional interactions. If you're a non-native speaker and have advanced-level English skills, this program is for you.PLEASE NOTE: Classes are delivered in-person during evenings and weekends to accommodate working professionals.

George Brown College’s General Arts and Science – English for Academic Purposes (EAP) (R105) will help you level up your English language skills, whether you're a newcomer with permanent resident status, refugee status, or Canadian citizenship. We’ll prepare you for your exciting journey into post-secondary study and future careers. Our EAP program not only helps you improve your English but also opens doors to a vibrant student life with exciting co- and extracurricular events and workshops.

George Brown College’s English for Academic Purposes for International Students (EAP) (R115) will help you level up your English language skills as an international student. We’ll prepare you for your exciting journey into post-secondary study and future careers. Our EAP program not only helps you improve your English but also opens doors to a vibrant student life with exciting co- and extracurricular events and workshops.

The two-year General Arts and Science diploma program helps you strengthen your academic skills and refine your goals for further post-secondary studies. Through our articulation agreements with several universities, you'll be able to enter many degree programs with advanced standing. As part of this program, you'll take a wide range of required courses in the arts, humanities, social sciences, and sciences. You'll also get to choose two liberal studies electives to broaden your thinking and analytical skills.

The General Arts and Science (One-Year) certificate program helps you strengthen your skills for future academic study and entry into the workplace. Over two semesters, you'll study a range of foundational subject areas that will help you build confidence as you develop critical thinking and information literacy skills. After graduation, you can apply to other post-secondary programs, including our R101 diploma—a program with several advanced standing pathways to a variety of university degree programs.