LANGUAGE ASSESSMENT & REFERRAL SERVICES
For persons interested in learning or improving their English or French, the first step to accessing language training is to complete a language assessment.
Operated by Achēv (formerly known as the Centre for Education & Training - TCET), the Language Assessment Services - Peel Halton Dufferin administer language proficiency assessments, and provide referral options.
IMPORTANT STEPS IN THE ASSESSMENT AND REFERRAL PROCESS
1. Eligibility - must be verified prior to scheduling an appointment.
- Adults, 18 years of age or older or, if younger, with proof of high school completion from the country of origin.
2. Status in Canada:
- Canadian Citizen (born outside Canada who doesn't speak English as a first language)
- Permanent Resident
- Convention Refugee/Protected Person
- Persons in Canada whose applications for Permanent Resident status are being processed in Canada, and who have been informed by a letter from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada of the initial approval of their application subject to an admissibility assessment
- Refugee Claimant
- Temporary Worker or Student who has obtained initial approval for a concurrent Application for Permanent Residence
- Foreign Domestic Worker admitted under the Live-In Caregiver program
- Foreign domestic worker admitted under the Home Child Care and Home Support Worker pilots
- Provincial Nominee (or Dependant) approved through Opportunities Ontario
- Temporary Foreign Worker (or Dependant) approved through Canadian Experience Class
2. Identification - Original documents indicating immigration status in Canada, and photo identification must be presented at the time of assessment.
Status in Canada |
Documentation (original or certified copy must be presented) |
Canadian Citizen born outside of Canada |
Canadian Passport |
Permanent Resident |
Record of Landing (IMM 1000) |
Convention Refugee/ |
Convention Refugees: |
Persons in Canada whose |
Approved in Principle letter (pending verifications) |
Refugee Claimant |
Refugee Protection Claimant Document |
Temporary Worker or Student who has obtained |
Work or Study Permits that include a notation indicating initial approval of a concurrent |
Foreign domestic worker |
Live-In Caregiver Work Permit (Case Type 20 for Nannies and Live-in Caregivers) issued by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada. An expired Live In Caregiver permit, which has been converted to an Open Work Permit is acceptable. |
Foreign domestic worker admitted under the Home Child Care and Home Support Worker pilots |
Home Child Care Work Permit / Home Support Worker Work Permit and a valid photo ID |
Provincial Nominees, or their dependants, are individuals who apply to CIC to fast-track their PR status after successful nomination by Ontario employers via PNP; may also apply for temporary work permit while awaiting PR status. | PNP Certificate Letter of Nomination Nominee Work Permit Request Letter PhD International Masters or PhD Graduate Stream Letter of Nomination or Certificate |
3. Assessment - Certified assessors conduct the assessments by appointment only. The assessment process can take 3 hours or more.
Language assessments are conducted by certified language assessors using the following tools:
- Canadian Language Benchmarks Assessment (CLBA)
- Canadian Language Benchmarks Literacy Assessment (CLBLA)
- Canadian Language Benchmarks Placement Test (CLBPT)
- Enhanced Language Training Placement Assessment (ELTPA)
and additional approved assessment tools.
Click here for more information on language assessment tools.
4. Referral - Upon assessment completion, clients are provided with a range of training options that suit their needs. Click here for a Directory of Language Training Programs (Peel - Halton - Dufferin).
GOVERNMENT FUNDED LANGUAGE TRAINING OPTIONS
Language training programs funded by the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) include:
Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada (LINC)
- Curriculum - Classes focus on the development of English speaking, reading, writing & listening skills. They may include computer assisted language training.
- Classes range from Literacy to Level 7.
- LINC Home Study / CLIC En Ligne may be available for those who cannot attend regular classes.
- Accessibility - LINC is available to meet the needs of people with a range of disabilities.
- Language Training Providers - Language classes are offered by various organizations in Peel and Halton Regions (see Locations for a list of locations, maps and contact information).
- Schedule - Classes are offered Full-Time or Part-Time, and are held Mornings, Afternoons, Evening, or Weekends.
- Transportation and Childminding - These services may be provided at some locations.
Enhanced Language Training (ELT),
Occupation Specific Language Training (OSLT)
- ELT and OSLT provide advanced level English instruction.
- Job-specific, labour market level language training to help individuals find and keep jobs that match their skills and qualifications.
- Particularly useful for internationally-trained professionals and trades people.
- May have bridge-to-work assistance, including apprenticeship and mentorship services, work placement and other employment help.
For more options, please see the Directory of Language Training Programs (Peel - Halton - Dufferin).
Language training programs funded by the Ontario Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development (MLITSD) include:
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English as a Second Language (ESL
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French as a Second Language (FSL)
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Bridge To Work (BTW)
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Specialized Language Training (SLT)
For more options, please see the Directory of Language Training Programs (Peel - Halton - Dufferin).
TO GET STARTED
Contact the Language Assessment Services team:
- Monday to Friday, between 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM
- Evening or Saturday appointments are also available
- Email: lac@achev.ca
- Call: 905-949-0049
x1369 (Mississauga)
x5228 (Mississauga Malton)
x4101 (Brampton East)
x3025 (Brampton South)
x5012 (Oakville)
OR
Complete a Client Contact Form. We will connect with you in 1 to 3 business days.
For questions, concerns, inquiries, please contact:
Natalie Renton
Director
Language Assessment Services and Supports, Achēv
905-949-0049 x5011Andrea Williams
Manager
Language Assessment Services - Peel, Halton, Dufferin, Achēv
905-949-0049 x1223
For client outreach, marketing initiatives, updates to this website, contact:
Jodelle Tan
Community Liaison Officer
Language Assessment Services Peel-Halton-Dufferin, Achēv
905-949-0049 x2390
We appreciate your feedback. Please e-mail us at lac@achev.ca.
Thank you!
AFTER ASSESSMENT
Complete a Client Survey and let us know about your language asessment experience. We appreciate your feedback. Thank you!