Classroom-based Courses

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OSLT courses are offered in a classroom-based format that is enhanced with online homework as well as a blended format that integrates classroom and online elements. The blended format may be delivered in person or virtually, and virtual courses can be taken from anywhere in Ontario.  Courses are delivered on a part-time and full-time basis in five sectors that include over thirty occupations:

• Business
• Construction Trades
• Health Sciences
• Human Services
• Technology.

All courses are offered in English; some are also offered in French. Classroom-based courses are 140 or 180 hours, depending on the course, and usually delivered over 10-18 weeks.  Colleges will issue an OSLT credential for each course successfully completed.

All virtual courses require access to a computer with video and audio capabilities as well as an Internet connection.

Online Modules

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OSLT online modules provide a flexible and convenient way to receive language training in English. All online modules are led by experienced faculty and can be taken from anywhere in Ontario. Each module is 40 hours (six weeks), and three online modules in one sector are equivalent to a full classroom-based OSLT course. All three modules are available in the business, health care and technology sectors. They will help you:

• learn how to access the business, health sciences or technology job markets in Ontario.
• communicate in the business, health sciences or technology sectors in Ontario.
• manage workplace interactions in the business, health sciences or technology sectors in Ontario.

OSLT online also offers 40-hour courses (8 or 10 weeks) on how to write professionally in the business, health sciences or technology sectors in Ontario. These courses are intended for participants who have successfully completed the relevant OSLT course or module. Please refer to your local college for eligibility requirements.

All online modules and courses require access to a computer with video and audio capabilities as well as an Internet connection.  Colleges will issue an OSLT credential for each online module successfully completed.