English Language (ESOL)

ESOL courses are supported by the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) and are subsidised (or free in some cases) for NZ citizens and residents. The fees listed are for non-residents - check each course for prices for residents and citizens.

In our ESOL courses you’ll learn the English you need to live and work in New Zealand, to communicate with New Zealanders and gain skills for work and further study.

Courses are offered at the following levels:

Level 1 (Beginners) - those with little or no English

Level 2 (Elementary) - those who can understand and use simple English in everyday situations

Level 3 (Intermediate) - those who can usually understand native speakers and can make themselves understood in unfamiliar situations

Level 4 (Upper Intermediate) - those who generally speak with confidence and accuracy but need to develop fluency and the use of idiomatic language

Extension (Advanced) - those who are fluent in most contexts but who may need support in specific, more challenging, areas.

If you’re not sure of your level, please phone the CEC office on 04 385 8919.

Please note that you do not automatically progress through the levels.  Your tutor will advise when you are ready to move up.

Day Courses

Communication English - Level 2

Communication English - Level 2

8 weeks x 15 hours

Free

For those who are becoming more confident in using English in everyday situations. Enrolment is by interview only - NZ citizen and residents free with ID, all others pay $999.

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Communication English - Level 3

Communication English - Level 3

8 weeks x 15 hours

$999.00 incl. GST

For those who are more confident in everyday English, who want to be more fluent and accurate. Enrolment is by interview only - NZ citizen and residents free with ID, all others pay $999.

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English in the Community: Johnsonville - Next Step (ESOL Level 3-4)

English in the Community: Johnsonville - Next Step (ESOL Level 3-4)

8 weeks x 2 hours

Free

Join our informal next step English language group (aimed at those at Intermediate level and above) in Johnsonville and improve your English skills, make new friends and find out more about your community. (NZ citizen and residents free with ID, all others pay listed price).

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English in the Community: Johnsonville - Elementary (ESOL Level 2)

English in the Community: Johnsonville - Elementary (ESOL Level 2)

8 weeks x 2 hours

Free

Join our elementary informal English language groups in Johnsonville and improve your English skills, make new friends and find out more about your community. (NZ citizen and residents free with ID, all others pay listed price).

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English in the Community: Johnsonville - Beginners+ (ESOL Level 1-2)

English in the Community: Johnsonville - Beginners+ (ESOL Level 1-2)

8 weeks x 2 hours

Free

Join our beginners’ informal English language group in Johnsonville and improve your English skills, make new friends and find out more about your community. (NZ citizen and residents free with ID, all others pay listed price).

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Evening Courses

ESOL - Level 3-4

ESOL - Level 3-4

8 weeks x 4 hours

From $149.00 incl. GST

For those who generally speak with confidence and accuracy but need to develop fluency and the use of idiomatic language. (NZ Citizens and residents pay $149 with ID, all others pay $299).

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Effective Listening and Speaking [ESOL Levels 3 and 4]

Effective Listening and Speaking [ESOL Levels 3 and 4]

8 weeks x 2 hours

From $89.00 incl. GST

Need to understand better and speak more confidently? Get lots of practice in the art of conversation, expand your vocabulary and have fun improving your English language skills. [Level 3+]. . (Free for NZ Citizens and residents with ID, all others pay $169).

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English Language (ESOL)

Effective Listening and Speaking [ESOL Levels 3 and 4]

Effective Listening and Speaking [ESOL Levels 3 and 4]

8 weeks x 2 hours

From $89.00 incl. GST

Need to understand better and speak more confidently? Get lots of practice in the art of conversation, expand your vocabulary and have fun improving your English language skills. [Level 3+]. . (Free for NZ Citizens and residents with ID, all others pay $169).

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Communication English - Level 2

Communication English - Level 2

8 weeks x 15 hours

Free

For those who are becoming more confident in using English in everyday situations. Enrolment is by interview only - NZ citizen and residents free with ID, all others pay $999.

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Communication English - Level 3

Communication English - Level 3

8 weeks x 15 hours

$999.00 incl. GST

For those who are more confident in everyday English, who want to be more fluent and accurate. Enrolment is by interview only - NZ citizen and residents free with ID, all others pay $999.

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English in the Community: Johnsonville - Next Step (ESOL Level 3-4)

English in the Community: Johnsonville - Next Step (ESOL Level 3-4)

8 weeks x 2 hours

Free

Join our informal next step English language group (aimed at those at Intermediate level and above) in Johnsonville and improve your English skills, make new friends and find out more about your community. (NZ citizen and residents free with ID, all others pay listed price).

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English in the Community: Johnsonville - Elementary (ESOL Level 2)

English in the Community: Johnsonville - Elementary (ESOL Level 2)

8 weeks x 2 hours

Free

Join our elementary informal English language groups in Johnsonville and improve your English skills, make new friends and find out more about your community. (NZ citizen and residents free with ID, all others pay listed price).

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English in the Community: Johnsonville - Beginners+ (ESOL Level 1-2)

English in the Community: Johnsonville - Beginners+ (ESOL Level 1-2)

8 weeks x 2 hours

Free

Join our beginners’ informal English language group in Johnsonville and improve your English skills, make new friends and find out more about your community. (NZ citizen and residents free with ID, all others pay listed price).

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ESOL - Level 3-4

ESOL - Level 3-4

8 weeks x 4 hours

From $149.00 incl. GST

For those who generally speak with confidence and accuracy but need to develop fluency and the use of idiomatic language. (NZ Citizens and residents pay $149 with ID, all others pay $299).

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