Acceptable English skills
Can a student be denied admission due to a lack of an acceptable level of English skills?
I agree, they will struggle and not comprehend the material being tought!
Carolina,
Excellent! It is important to determine proficiency when enrolling students that have English as a second language.
Patty Aronoff
At our institution we evaluate: TOEFL scores, command of language during the interview, and writing skills. These three dimensions are effective ways to gauge English proficiency
Barbara,
The Immersion of language is the best way to learn. Employers today want employees who can speak English. On the other hand, being fluent in another language other than English may be just what they are looking for.
Patty Aronoff
At our location you must take an admissions exam that test basic English skills. All our courses are in English. We are not even allowed to speak to students in any language but English. This allows us to make sure that the student can succeed at our school.
Lauren,
Your point is well taken. In fact, the Commission requires a statement of limitation placed in the catalog for the exact reason you just explained. A tough decision for your school to make. I would certainly recommend your school survey employers in the area for feedback.
Patty Aronoff
We are considering giving classes in Spanish, periodically. We have and instructor who could do so. But in health care, English proficiency is really important and could keep the most educated from getting a job. So for the now have the idea on hold. It is an interesting balancing act between educating the student in the way that is best for them, and making sure students are employable when they complete the class.
marissa,
They must be proficient in both reading and verbal communication skills to be successful.
Patty Aronoff
Breonna,
Interviews and sample scenarios can also be very good indicators in their level of competency. When using previous education as an indicator, be sure to fully investigate the prior institution.
Patty Aronoff
The student needs to be able to understand, read and write in English succesfully in order to pass the class. It is alright if they are unable to speak English perfectly, understanding the teach is more important. But as long as they are comfortable to ask the teacher questions in English for things they don't understand.
I would agree. Prior education is also a good indicator. Our institition will accept the English proficiency exam or a conferred degree from another institution.
Shelley,
Some institutions actually do provide remedial classes for such situations. We need to make sure they are prepared for success, not failure.
Patty Aronoff
Our school does not have an english entrance test required but if they do not possess the proper skills, we have not set them up for success. This is not what we are about. We are about changing lives. If I do not think a student has the english skills needed to complete the program, I would personally give that student time to take some english classes and then come back to begin the program when they are proficient in their English skills.
Victoria,
This must've articulated in the catalog that the courses are provided inb other languages. There is also an additional disclosure concerning courses that are taught in a language other than English that must be in your catalog. Does your catalog have this?
Patty Aronoff
Our school actually teaches each of our courses in English and Spanish.
Carlos ,
You are right on target. Excellent response.
Patty Aronoff
Ms. Maranto
Wouldn't the TOEFL or any other institution specific english proficiency examiniation suffice for this requirement?
Eventhough we are eagered and happy to see students interested in joining our program, I believe English proficiency should be clearly defined in the instution catalog and all other program specific printer materials.
Meghan,
This is the purpose of an English proficiency exam. We need to know their level of knowledge, speaking ability, and comprehension In order to be successful.
Patty Aronoff
I believe that if a student does not have appropriate English skills he/she will not be able to preform in the classroom, they will struggle through the education process or drop completely.
