Program overview
The General Arts and Science: English Language Studies (ELS) certificate program is a two-year program focusing on academic English skills to meet post-secondary language requirements in Ontario. Students build core competencies in reading, writing, listening, speaking, and pronunciation, alongside credit-based coursework on Canadian knowledge and higher education preparation. Offered in Fall, Winter, and Spring/Summer terms, the program spans four 15-week levels, with placement determined by the online Conestoga English Language Assessment and Placement (CELAP) test. Learning options include hybrid (two days online synchronous, three days on campus) and fully online synchronous delivery.