Intensive English courses in Los Angeles are for students who want to learn English as quickly as possible for academic or professional reasons. Most intensive English courses are for adults age 16 and up. 2 - 48 week courses available. Most courses average 30 classes per week.
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EC English Language Schools: Los Angeles
General English
The General 20 course focuses on language fluency as a main goal. The four major skills students will practice are reading, writing, speaking and listening. Students are active participants and learn grammar, vocabulary and common expressions by working and speaking with their classmates. In the busy season EC uses an alternative timetable, and might student study in the morning (8:45 am-12:00 pm) or in the afternoon (2:30 pm - 5:45 PM).
<br /><br />Please note that the first day is mainly focused on pre-test and orientation<br />
This is the timetable of the student:<br />
08:30 - Student arrival and check-in<br />
09:00 - Placement test and interviews<br />
11:00 - Welcome breakfast and orientation with various EC staff members<br />
12:00 - Welcome tour of school neighbourhood<br />
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Students taking courses with 20 or 24 lessons per week will not have class on the first day due to orientation, while those taking courses with 30 lessons per week will have two classes in the afternoon on the first day after orientation.
Intensive
62959
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EC English Language Schools: Los Angeles
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450.00
EC English Language Schools: Los Angeles
Los Angeles, USA
EC English Language Schools: Los Angeles
Course type:
Intensive
Duration:
1 - 52 weeks
Classes per week:
20
Age range
16 years old and older
English Language Center: Los Angeles
Semi-Intensive English
The Semi-Intensive English Program at ELC is designed to promote communicative competence in English and consists of Sections A and B. Section A is titled Grammar Structure & Usage and focuses not only on teaching students the rules for grammar usage, but also on giving students the opportunity to practice using grammar in both speaking and writing. Section B is Conversation & Listening on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, and Vocabulary & Pronunciation on Tuesday and Thursday. Students practice speaking in English and listening to and understanding English spoken by native speakers. Teachers also give feedback and special exercises to help students improve pronunciation.
Intensive
24878
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English Language Center: Los Angeles
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460.00
English Language Center: Los Angeles
Los Angeles, USA
English Language Center: Los Angeles
Course type:
Intensive
Duration:
1 - 52 weeks
Classes per week:
20
Age range
16 years old and older
Embassy CES: Los Angeles Long Beach
Travel and Culture Programme
The Embassy Travel & Culture Programme is an affordable part-time study option that offers great value. It’s an excellent choice for anyone wanting to combine a vacation in the USA with some part-time study.<br><br>
Join the school's core Certificate of English classes for just 16 x50 minute classes a week, Monday to Thursday. With an optional Friday class, the rest of the time is your own. So, whether you prefer to go shopping, see all the local sights, or even take off for long weekends, you can do it all.<br.<br>
Think of it as a holiday where you still key into all the benefits that Embassy gives you: improved English, and good friends.<br><br>
For many, the big benefit of this course is that you can enter the USA on a tourist visa or (if your country is eligible) the visa waiver programme. There is no need to go through the sometimes arduous student visa application.
Intensive
64601
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Embassy CES: Los Angeles Long Beach
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462.00
Embassy CES: Los Angeles Long Beach
Los Angeles, USA
Embassy CES: Los Angeles Long Beach
Course type:
Intensive
Duration:
1 - 12 weeks
Classes per week:
16
Age range
16 years old and older
EC English Language Schools: Los Angeles
Semi-Intensive English
The Semi-Intensive 24 course focuses on language fluency as a main goal. The four major skills students will practice are reading, writing, speaking and listening. Students are active participants and learn grammar, vocabulary and common expressions by working and speaking with their classmates. The additional 4 lessons in this course allow students extra time to learn and practice all of their newly learned skills.
<br /><br />Please note that the first day is mainly focused on pre-test and orientation<br />
This is the timetable of the student:<br />
08:30 - Student arrival and check-in<br />
09:00 - Placement test and interviews<br />
11:00 - Welcome breakfast and orientation with various EC staff members<br />
12:00 - Welcome tour of school neighbourhood<br />
<br />
Students taking courses with 20 or 24 lessons per week will not have class on the first day due to orientation, while those taking courses with 30 lessons per week will have two classes in the afternoon on the first day after orientation.
Intensive
62960
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EC English Language Schools: Los Angeles
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480.00
EC English Language Schools: Los Angeles
Los Angeles, USA
EC English Language Schools: Los Angeles
Course type:
Intensive
Duration:
1 - 52 weeks
Classes per week:
24
Age range
16 years old and older
English Language Center: Los Angeles
Semi-Intensive Plus English
The Semi-Intensive Plus Program at ELC is designed to promote communicative competence in English and consists of Sections A and B Monday through Friday, and Section C on Tuesday and Thursday. Section A is titled Grammar Structure & Usage and focuses not only on teaching students the rules for grammar usage, but also on giving students the opportunity to practice using grammar in both speaking and writing. Section B is Conversation & Listening on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, and Vocabulary & Pronunciation on Tuesday and Thursday. On Tuesdays and Thursday, classes run until 3.30pm while on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays classes run until 12:45pm. Students practice speaking in English and listening to and understanding English spoken by native speakers. Teachers also give feedback and special exercises to help students improve pronunciation. Intermediate and advanced students will study one of our special elective classes.
Intensive
24857
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English Language Center: Los Angeles
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485.00
English Language Center: Los Angeles
Los Angeles, USA
English Language Center: Los Angeles
Course type:
Intensive
Duration:
1 - 52 weeks
Classes per week:
24
Age range
17 years old and older
FLS: Marymount College
General English
Our most popular program, the General English Program includes 24 lessons (20 hours) of instruction per week from qualified, native-speaking teachers.
Your teacher will work with you for the entire 24 lessons! Unlike other programs, our IEP does not count ‘lab hours’ or other independent study periods as lessons.
Our program places an exceptional emphasis on speaking. Students practice speaking skills frequently in class, receiving regular guidance and correction from their instructor
Intensive
36705
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FLS: Marymount College
05
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520.00
FLS: Marymount College
Los Angeles, USA
Course type:
Intensive
Duration:
1 - 52 weeks
Classes per week:
24
Age range
15 years old and older
EC English Language Schools: Los Angeles
Intensive English
The Intensive 30 course focuses on language fluency as a main goal.The four major skills students will practice are reading, writing, speaking and listening. Students are active participants and learn grammar, vocabulary and common expressions by working and speaking with their classmates. The extra 10 lessons in this course allow for much extra time learning and practicing all of the skills, so students can speak and communicate at a much faster speed. Students are active participants in this course and learn by doing!
<br /><br />Please note that the first day is mainly focused on pre-test and orientation<br />
This is the timetable of the student:<br />
08:30 - Student arrival and check-in<br />
09:00 - Placement test and interviews<br />
11:00 - Welcome breakfast and orientation with various EC staff members<br />
12:00 - Welcome tour of school neighbourhood<br />
<br />
Students taking courses with 20 or 24 lessons per week will not have class on the first day due to orientation, while those taking courses with 30 lessons per week will have two classes in the afternoon on the first day after orientation.
Intensive
62961
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EC English Language Schools: Los Angeles
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530.00
EC English Language Schools: Los Angeles
Los Angeles, USA
EC English Language Schools: Los Angeles
Course type:
Intensive
Duration:
1 - 52 weeks
Classes per week:
30
Age range
16 years old and older
English Language Center: Los Angeles
Intensive English
The Intensive English Program is a 30-lesson-per-week course which covers the full range of language skills— grammar, vocabulary, conversation, communication, listening comprehension, reading, pronunciation, and writing. All students follow the same schedule in the morning. In the afternoon, students at the beginning levels concentrate on reading and writing. Intermediate and advanced students may choose an elective in addition to reading and writing.
Intensive
24817
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English Language Center: Los Angeles
05
0
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540.00
English Language Center: Los Angeles
Los Angeles, USA
English Language Center: Los Angeles
Course type:
Intensive
Duration:
1 - 52 weeks
Classes per week:
30
Age range
17 years old and older
FLS: Marymount College
Intensive English
The Intensive English Program at FLS offers the most hours of live instruction per week available at any U.S. language school. This program offers 30 lessons of live instruction per week, and is ideal for students wanting an accelerated program. Teachers work with students for the entire 30 lessons. Lab hours or other independent study periods are not counted as lessons.
Intensive
36844
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FLS: Marymount College
05
0
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560.00
FLS: Marymount College
Los Angeles, USA
Course type:
Intensive
Duration:
1 - 52 weeks
Classes per week:
30
Age range
15 years old and older
FLS: Marymount College
TOEFL Preparation
International students face many obstacles before entering an American college or university, such as achieving English fluency and obtaining high standardized test scores. The FLS TOEFL Preparation Program is specifically designed to give students a critical advantage in taking the most commonly accepted exam at American institutions.<br><br>
Our intensive program includes a total of 36 teacher-led lessons per week: 18 lessons of integrated study to improve all English skills; 12 lessons devoted to specific TOEFL strategies and skills and 6 lessons of Academic Workshops for additional language practice and skill development.<br><br>
Students work with an experienced instructor to hone their ability in the interrelated TOEFL skills of reading, writing, listening and speaking. Practice exams allow instructors to analyze students’ abilities and familiarize students with the test format and strategies.<br><br>
Please note that students must possess an English fluency of FLS Level 5 or better to enter the TOEFL Program
Intensive
65168
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FLS: Marymount College
05
0
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580.00
FLS: Marymount College
Los Angeles, USA
Course type:
Intensive
Duration:
1 - 52 weeks
Classes per week:
36
Age range
16 years old and older
Kaplan International College: Whittier College
Vacation English
The Vacation English course consists of 20 lessons each week and is the least intensive option offered at Kaplan. This course allows students to improve their English while still leaving time for sightseeing and leisure during their stay.
Intensive
24567
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Kaplan International College: Whittier College
05
0
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760.00
Kaplan International College: Whittier College
Los Angeles, USA
Kaplan International College: Whittier College
Course type:
Intensive
Duration:
2 - 12 weeks
Classes per week:
20
Age range
16 years old and older
Embassy CES: Los Angeles Long Beach
Certificate of English - Standard 20 Course
The Certificate of English is our most popular course, promising all-round improvement in every area of general English. Our Standard 20 course, and you'll have 20x 50-minute lessons per week, mornings or afternoons only, using an approved textbook as the basis for the class, and focusing primarily on grammar. <br><br>
All lessons are taught with full in-class participation, group work, pair work, class discussions and fun role-plays. These make learning enjoyable and improve both your confidence and fluency. At the same time, there are strong underlying principles which ensure that you'll be consolidating your understanding of vocabulary and grammar.<br><br>
Our professional, qualified teachers will respond to the needs of the class, using an assortment of materials. You'll be expected to complete regular homework assignments.<br><br>
Your teacher will assess your progress regularly, and provide you with reports on your development every four to five weeks. At your departure, you will receive a final progress report, and a certificate.
Intensive
64599
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Embassy CES: Los Angeles Long Beach
05
0
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769.00
Embassy CES: Los Angeles Long Beach
Los Angeles, USA
Embassy CES: Los Angeles Long Beach
Course type:
Intensive
Duration:
2 - 52 weeks
Classes per week:
20
Age range
16 years old and older
Kaplan International College: Los Angeles Westwood
Vacation English
The Vacation English course consists of 20 lessons each week and is the least intensive option offered at Kaplan. This course allows students to improve their English while still leaving time for sightseeing and leisure during their stay.
Intensive
24475
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Kaplan International College: Los Angeles Westwood
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5
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770.00
Kaplan International College: Los Angeles Westwood
Los Angeles, USA
Kaplan International College: Los Angeles Westwood
Course type:
Intensive
Duration:
2 - 12 weeks
Classes per week:
20
Age range
16 years old and older
Kaplan International College: Whittier College
General English
Kaplan's General English course offers both group lessons and structured, independent study sessions-- leaving students plenty of time for social activities and to explore their surroundings. This course consists of 20 lessons of general English and 7 lessons of structured study time.
Intensive
686
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Kaplan International College: Whittier College
05
0
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810.00
Kaplan International College: Whittier College
Los Angeles, USA
Kaplan International College: Whittier College
Course type:
Intensive
Duration:
2 - 52 weeks
Classes per week:
27
Age range
16 years old and older
Kaplan International College: Los Angeles Westwood
General English
Kaplan's General English course offers both group lessons and structured, independent study sessions-- leaving students plenty of time for social activities and to explore their surroundings. This course consists of 20 lessons of general English and 7 lessons of structured study time.
Intensive
19540
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Kaplan International College: Los Angeles Westwood
45
5
5
810.00
Kaplan International College: Los Angeles Westwood
Los Angeles, USA
Kaplan International College: Los Angeles Westwood
Course type:
Intensive
Duration:
2 - 52 weeks
Classes per week:
27
Age range
16 years old and older
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