Language Education
Learning Canadian language is essential for newcomers! We’ve got you covered:
1. English for the Canadian Workplace
Description:
A practical ESL course designed for newcomers, job seekers, and international students who want to improve their communication skills for Canadian work environments. Learn how to speak professionally, write effective emails, and build your confidence in interviews and meetings.
You’ll Learn:
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Canadian workplace expressions and etiquette
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Business writing and phone communication
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Interview preparation and networking skills
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Pronunciation and real-world listening practice
2. Academic English & Study Skills
Description:
Perfect for international students preparing for college or university in Canada. Develop your academic vocabulary and sharpen your skills in writing, presentations, and research.
You’ll Learn:
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Academic writing (essays, summaries, reports)
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Critical reading and analysis
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Research and citation techniques
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Presentation and group discussion skills
3. Conversational English Mastery
Description:
An interactive, confidence-building course focused on real-life English conversation. Learn how to speak naturally and clearly through games, discussions, and practical activities.
You’ll Learn:
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Fluency and conversation techniques
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Canadian idioms, slang, and humor
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Listening comprehension through roleplays
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Pronunciation improvement exercises
4. English for Immigration & Community Life
Description:
Designed for newcomers to Canada, this course helps you confidently use English in daily life — from going to the doctor to grocery shopping and navigating public services.
You’ll Learn:
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Filling out forms and using public services
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Communicating at the doctor’s office, bank, or school
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Survival vocabulary for shopping, housing, and transport
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Building community connections through language
5. French for Beginners
Description:
Beginner-friendly French for adults who want to expand their language skills for government jobs, travel, or immigration point eligibility. No prior French needed.
You’ll Learn:
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Greetings, introductions, and small talk
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Vocabulary for everyday activities and services
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Pronunciation and listening practice
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Grammar foundations and sentence structure
6. IELTS Preparation – Academic & General Training
Format: In-Person / Online / Hybrid
Description:
Prepare to achieve your target score on the IELTS Academic or General Training test. This course focuses on each section of the IELTS exam with test strategies, timed practice, and instructor feedback.
You’ll Learn:
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Writing Task 1 & 2 structure and strategies
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Reading techniques for speed and accuracy
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Listening practice with Canadian and global accents
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Speaking exam simulation with real-time feedback
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Time management, vocabulary, and grammar accuracy
Recommended For:
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International students applying to colleges/universities
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PR applicants using the General Training test
7. TOEFL iBT Preparation Course
Format: In-Person / Online / Hybrid
Description:
Sharpen your academic English for the TOEFL iBT. This workshop offers structured preparation across all four skills — reading, listening, speaking, and writing — with sample questions and mock test simulations.
You’ll Learn:
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Structure and timing of the TOEFL exam
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Academic writing for integrated and independent tasks
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Speaking under pressure using templates
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Listening & note-taking strategies for lectures
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Grammar and vocabulary needed for high-scoring essays
Recommended For:
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Students applying to US or Canadian universities
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Professionals needing proof of English proficiency
8. CELPIP Preparation – Canadian English Test for Immigration
Format: In-Person / Online / Hybrid
Description:
Prepare for success on the CELPIP General — Canada’s approved English test for Permanent Residency (PR), Citizenship, and professional licenses.
You’ll Learn:
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Writing emails and responses to common scenarios
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Speaking tasks based on real-life immigration themes
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Listening for detail & inference
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Reading test tips and speed drills
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Test-day strategies, time management & scoring system
Recommended For:
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PR applicants (Express Entry, PNP)
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Citizenship test candidates
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Individuals needing Canadian language benchmarks (CLB)
9. TESL Certificate – Teaching English as a Second Language (Introductory Track)
Format: In-Person / Online / Hybrid
Description:
This introductory TESL certificate course provides foundational skills for teaching English in Canada or abroad. It’s ideal for professionals, international students, or newcomers interested in becoming ESL teachers.
You’ll Learn:
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ESL lesson planning & classroom management
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Teaching listening, speaking, reading & writing
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Grammar for ESL learners
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How to teach multi-level learners
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Canadian ESL classroom standards
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Micro-teaching and peer feedback
Recommended For:
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International students or newcomers looking for TESL entry-level certification
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Individuals pursuing a career in adult ESL education
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Volunteers or community ESL teachers
Note: This is an introductory TESL program (39 hours). A 120-hour TESL diploma may be offered in the future for instructor licensing.


Bermand College offers a wide variety of courses and certificates in a fraction of the time.

Business Education
Choose from: Business Startup & Entrepreneurship Certificate, Office Administration & Business Communication, Bookkeeping & QuickBooks, Customer Service Excellence & Sales Strategies, Digital Marketing & more!
Language Courses
Topics include: English for the Canadian Workplace, Academic English & Study Skills, Conversational English Mastery, English for Immigration & Community Life, French for Beginners, IELTS/TOEFL/CELPIP prep.
Computer Courses
Learn About: Computer Skills for Beginners, Microsoft Office Essentials (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Excel for Business & Data Management, Digital Literacy & Online Safety, Intro to E-Commerce & Online Business, Google Workspace.

Bermand College
Where education meets opportunity! Located in the heart of downtown Victoria, British Columbia.
1321 Blanshard Street, 800 Yates St, Victoria, BC V8W 2H6
Phone/WhatsApp: +1 (778)-350-0287