116 Short courses in Language Studies in North America

In this TESOL Certificate, Part 1 - Teach English Now specialization offered by Coursera in partnership with Arizona State University, you will learn about the basic foundational principles of language acquisition and the basic techniques founded upon those principles.  

Our General English courses at Kaplan International English are designed to improve your English language skills and give you more professional and academic options in the future. 

The Cambridge English First (FCE) course from St Giles International aims to help students understand intermediate and upper intermediate levels of English, demonstrate independent study skills and take internationally recognised exams. 

The Cambridge Examination Preparation Course usually take place four times a year in January, April, June and September in Dublin. The Cambridge Examination Preparation Course courses at Centre of English Studies Dublin are scheduled to finish the week before the exam date. Course is offered all year round in CES Schools in the UK and Canada.

Centre of English Studies is the only private language school in Dublin that can offer you the opportunity to study for and sit your IELTS exam in the Full Time IELTS Preparation programme at Centre of English Studies.

Supplement your Eurocentres qualification by taking the TOEFL test. The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) tests reading, listening, writing and speaking in academic contexts, and is an entry requirement for the majority of American Universities. This TOEFL course is offered by Eurocentres.

The General English is offered by Stafford House International. We offer an exciting range of General English courses for all levels, from beginner to proficiency, and to suit different budgets. We also offer timetables that give you the flexibility to choose a course that best suits your needs from 1-36+ weeks.

The International Language Institute offers an Intensive English (ESL) Day Program with classes in two locations: Dupont Circle in Washington, D.C. and Gaithersburg in Maryland. 

Explore the University of California, San Diego Academic English program, tailor-made for international students aiming for university success.

The Advanced Academic English for Graduate Students from Columbia University is specifically designed to reflect the type of coursework completed in master's degrees in professional schools of study.

The English and Academic Preparation - Pre-Collegiate non-credit course offered by Coursera in partnership with Rice University is for students with a (minimum) high-intermediate level of English. 

This Lesson Planning with the ELL in Mind course is offered by Coursera in partnership with Arizona State University.

Learning to speak, read and write French opens up career and travel opportunities, and helps you appreciate and understand Francophone cultures. The French Language and Culture is offered by University of British Columbia.

In this Build Your Professional ePortfolio in English course offered by Coursera in partnership with Georgia Tech, you will learn step by step how to build the ePortfolio  site and you’ll learn the grammar, vocabulary and writing skills needed to create it.  

Learn Mandarin Chinese in this Learn Mandarin Chinese Specialization offered by Coursera in partnership with Shanghai Jiao Tong University. Learning Chinese in real-life situations with ease and fun.

Enhance Your Business English Communication. Master your proficiency in spoken and written English for Business purposes with the Business English Communication with this Business English for Non-Native Speakers Specialization offered by Coursera in partnership with The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology.

The English Language Program at Western British Columbia Polytechnic College helps students improve their English proficiency through structured, level-based courses. With monthly intakes and intensive classes, learners build essential language skills to achieve their goals and prepare for academic success.

The General English 20, 28 (or 30 in Vancouver) lessons per week programme from St Giles International is the perfect course for students who want to combine studying with leisure.

Cambridge Examinations are offered by Stafford House International. Cambridge English exams are recognised by schools, universities and employers worldwide, they do not expire and there are three to choose from: First Certificate in English (FCE), Advanced (CAE) and Proficiency (CPE).

General English at the University of Connecticut is great for beginner to advanced students who want to focus on communication, reading, and writing in all contexts.