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At our English language school in San Luis Obispo, courses consist of five levels of instruction, from Introductory English through Advanced. Before starting classes all students are to take a Placement Test. The results of the test allow for the placement of new students in their appropriate level. In the event that students feel that they were misplaced a Placement Grievance Procedures is in place for their placements to be reconsidered.
To better respond to the individual needs and abilities of our students we offer 6 different levels.
| Level |
Exam Level |
Learning Outcomes Samples |
Beginner |
TOEIC - 200
TOEFL - 350 |
Express wants, preferences, needs, likes/dislikes. Fill out simple forms, Describe a person, objects, place, situation, and event. |
High Beginner |
TOEIC - 200-400
TOEFL - 350-400 |
Give and respond to apologies, excuses, permission. Express and respond to worry, disappointment, feelings. Request desired goods or services. |
Intermediate |
TOEIC - 400-600
TOEFL - 400-450 |
Engage in a conversation on a general topics and keep conversation going. Express and analyze opinions. Extract meaning/general ideas from written texts. |
High Intermediate |
TOEIC - 600-800
TOEFL - 450-500 |
Ask for recommendations and advice,provide solutions to problems. Express hope, regre, gratitude, and sympathy. Understand personal, general or specialized prose. |
Advanced |
TOEIC - 800+
TOEFL - 500+ |
Give and follow instructions on technical and non-technical tasks. Express indifference, approval, disapproval, and intentions. Understand complex formal instructions in an educational or workplace setting. |
Each level takes approximately 12 weeks to complete.
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