Grace English Language Program
- aspects of American culture and its impact on foreign staff and students
- communication principles for a variety of language functions in different settings
- community-building activities with language immersion
The ultimate goal of the program is to prepare prospects and students for success in a professional, business, and academic environment, as well as enhance their English communication skills for global church and marketplace ministries.
Services
We offer the following services:
Alternative Language Placement (ALP)
- We provide FREE alternative language placement services before a seminary applicant is required to take the iTEP exam.
- For more information, go to Request Info or send an email to admissions@gsot.edu.
English language training for academic and professional/business purposes
- We offer group and individual coaching for GELP students who need academic and/or business English training.
- If you are a seminary applicant, send your inquiries to admissions@gsot.edu.
- If you are a Grace seminary student, check your eligibility first by visiting this page and sending your inquiries to studentsuccess@gsot.edu.
English Language Training
Grace English Language Program Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of a course, the student will be able to:
- Increase awareness of his/her English language ability and therefore develop effective strategies for enhancing language learning and mastery.
- Use principles of effective oral and written English communication to address communication challenges in academic, professional, and/or business settings.
- Gain familiarity with cultural aspects of American academia, and efficiently use online/offline tools and resources in a remote classroom.
- Create lasting relationships within the Grace community through authentic English interactions with staff, professors, and students.
English Language Certificates
Academic English Certificate
ESG-042. Grammar and Rhetoric in Seminary Writing (3 units)
This course introduces upper intermediate grammar with basic rhetorical concepts applied in seminary writing.
ESR-033. Reading, Writing, and Study Skills for Hybrid Seminary Learning (3 units)
This course provides students with tools for academic success in a hybrid seminary. It introduces Grace systems and student success tools while developing academic reading, writing, and study skills in a distance learning setting.
Professional and Business English Courses
ESP-034 English Basics: A Grammar Refresher for Professionals (2 units)
This is a refresher on basic English items like grammar, word usage, intonation, pronunciation, and basic conversational skills. The course is a prerequisite for Conversational English and introduces special learning packets on ministry or workplace communication.
ESP-035 Conversational English: Speak Like a Pro! (2 units)
This is a course featuring a brief introduction to basic conversational skills for general and workplace communication. Principles of effective communication and effective communication styles are highlighted in the course.
Course Rates
Our GELP courses are:
- FREE for all international GSOT staff and students
- $20 per credit unit for seminary applicants
- $60 per 3-credit course (units credited to seminary applicants’ GELP certificate)
Connect With Us
We offer English language training to international seminary applicants and students. To be eligible for training, first-time seminary applicants can take the iTEP exam for FREE.
