| On your first day at school, we give you
a placement test to assign you to the right study level. From then
on, we will assess your progress and discuss it with you on a regular basis.
This personal approach means that you develop the language skills you need
in a time frame most comfortable to you.
A F International offers two schedules:
an Intensive English program with 24 hours per week and a Semi-Intensive
English program with 18 hours per week. Both programs qualify as full-time
study for F-1 student visa holders and are open to students at all levels.
Highlights of the Intensive English
Course:
Designed for students who need to
learn English as quickly as possible
Open to students at all levels
Afternoon elective classes for all
levels
TOEFL elective classes for
advanced levels
English for Professionals elective
classes for intermediate and advanced levels
Qualifies for F-1 student visa holders
Certificate upon Completion
Individualized feedback to improve
grammar and pronunciation skills.
Highlights
of the Semi-Intensive English Course:
Open to all students at all levels
Half day schedule allows for more
free time and/or sightseeing
Qualifies for F-1 student visa holders
Certificate upon Completion
TOEFL Preparation
Our students are among the most successful candidates for the TOEFL. Their
results are a tribute to the effectiveness of our Intensive English program.
Students enrolled in the advanced program receive test-taking skills for
the TOEFL and individualized feedback as needed, in addition to pronunciation,
vocabulary and idioms. Full-length practice tests simulate actual TOEFL
test conditions as much as possible. Diagnostic tests pinpoint problem
areas, and all sections - listening, grammar and reading - are given back-to-back
and are timed. Our teachers work with the students on computer-aided programs
that include past examinations to sharpen the students’ exam taking
technique. The students receive ample training and are well prepared to
take the next generation TOEFL test.
English for Professionals
The English for Professionals program is a reading, speaking, listening
and writing course for foreign born learners with at least an upper-intermediate
level or advanced level of English, through a range of activities which
engage learners and allow them to improve their English in a thorough and
stimulating way.
Students in this program learn a variety of skills needed by business,
medical or pastoral professional to work competently and comfortably in
an English-speaking professional environment. Students perfect their spoken
English skills by practicing American English pronunciation and intonation
and by acquiring the workplace specific vocablulary and idioms required
for effective communication at their place of work. They practice their
writing skills by preparing specific, work-related literature. Grammar
topics are reviewed and thoroughly practiced in interview situations, oral
presentations and profession-related portfolios. Special attention is given
to a varitey of topics related to the culture of the United States.
Individual Instruction
We also offer one-on-one instruction where you decide on the number of
hours of instruction and the schedule of the course. Your teacher will
work very closely with you and keep you informed about your progress.
Course Outcome
At the end of the beginning level (Level 4), students will have a basic
understanding of oral and written English, use elements of grammar and
form short written and oral sentences, outline some aspects of American
culture and civilization, read simple authentic literary and cultural texts,
write structured and short compositions, and practice basic oral communicative
exchange.
At the end of the intermediate level (Level
6), students will have reviewed basic English grammar and expanded their
vocabulary and use of idioms; they will be able to demonstrate an intermediate
understanding of oral and written English, use most elements of grammar
and form written and oral sentences, outline many aspects of American culture
and civilization, read authentic literary and cultural texts and write
structured and short compositions.
At the end of the advanced level (Level
9), students will have reviewed all components of English grammar and expanded
their vocabulary and use of idioms. Students will be able to satisfactorily
complete the TOEFL test with a score ranging in the upper five-hundreds
to six-hundreds (paper test) or mid two-hundreds (computer test) as required
by colleges or universities.
Our Teachers
You will find our teachers to be experienced, enthusiastic and some of
the finest professionals you will ever meet who encourage you and inspire
you to learn. All of our teachers have university degrees and are authorized
to serve as Instructors by the State of California. Their specialty is
teaching English as a Foreign Language, and they actively participate in
the development of our curriculum. Their strong professional skills together
with a warm and caring attitude set this faculty apart from others.
From the moment you arrive, we will assist
you in every aspect of your experience, from courses and accommodations
to excursions and activities around the area. | 
