Certificate in English Language (Applied) (Level 3) Community
Language & Literature
A course by
Ara Institute of Canterbury
Improve your language skills for work and everyday situations with this full-time programme designed for learners who want to enhance their English communication abilities in community settings.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Madras Street Campus, Christchurch
It will take a total of 20 weeks
Core skills this course teaches

Communicate with Independence and Fluency
Develop the ability to communicate in English across a range of everyday and work-related situations with a degree of independence and fluency.

English Listening
Improve understanding of spoken English through structured listening activities relevant to the community context.

English Reading
Gain confidence and competency in reading a variety of English texts used in everyday life and workplace settings.
What You're Signing Up For
The Certificate in English Language (Applied) (Level 3) Community Pathway is a 20-week, full-time programme offered by Ara Institute of Canterbury. It aims to develop the English language proficiency necessary for work and daily life in New Zealand. The programme uses intensive learning designed to help students communicate with independence and fluency in general English language contexts. Students will engage in listening, speaking, reading, and writing modules and undertake placement testing to ensure optimal learning. Open entry and tailored placement testing make this programme accessible for a wide range of learners.
Course Content
- English Applied Community Listening 3 (EALL301)
- English Applied Community Reading 3 (EALR301)
- English Applied Community Speaking 3 (EALS301)
- English Applied Community Writing 3 (EALW301)
What you need to know first
Open entry. Applicants complete a placement test for appropriate level.

What sort of industry will this job lead to
Education
Community Services

Future employment opportunities might be
Entry-level roles requiring English language proficiency in community or workplace settings
Pathways to higher-level English language study or academic studies