Programs

Heartland's English Programs are comprehensive English as a Second Language (ESL) programs for international learners.

Access Program

The Access Program is a flexible ESL program focusing on conversation . Students may begin classes any Monday and study for any length of time. Students have afternoon options such as pronunciation, writing, reading, idioms and slang, grammar, TOEIC, TOEFL and others. The Access Program is ideal for students who want to improve their speaking skills and want flexible start and end dates.

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Impact Program

The Impact Program is an accelerated and concentrated ESL program. There is equal emphasis on speaking, listening, reading and writing. Each level is 8 weeks long. Students have weekly tests and receive a grade at the end of the program. The Impact Program is ideal for students who want to improve their English skills quickly.

2008 start dates: January 7, March 3, May 5, July 7, September 2, October 27

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Focus Program

The Focus Program is an ESL program for specific purposes. Currently, the Focus Program alternates between TOEFL and TOEIC exam preparation.

2008 start dates: January 7 (TOEFL), March 3 (TOEIC), May 5 (TOEFL), July 7 (TOEIC), September 2 (TOEFL), October 27 (TOEIC)

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Program Comparison Chart


Maximum students per class	15	12	12
Minimum Age	16	16	16
Start dates	Every Monday	8 week terms	8 week terms
Levels	Beginner to Advanced	Beginner to Advanced	High Intermediate to Advanced
Afternoon Electives	Yes	No	No
Testing	No - Teacher's choice	Yes - Every Friday	TOEFL/TOEIC Practice Tests
Grading	No	Yes	No
Completion Requirements	N/A	Yes	Yes
Placement Test	Yes	Yes	No
Level Advancement Test	No	Yes	No
Textbook Fee	$25 (optional)	Yes - $45	Yes - $50
Friday Activities	Yes	Yes	Yes
Content	Greater focus on conversation	Equal emphasis on speaking, listening, reading, and writing	TOEFL or TOEIC Test Preparation