Practical English Training for the Workplace

Workplace English Training

Why Choose GLA?

  • Convenient, on-site English classes for your employees.
  • Customized vocabulary tailored to your company’s needs
  • Experienced TESOL-certified instructors.
  • Curriculum and Materials Provided.

Benefits

  • Decrease communications barriers
  • Reduce safety risks
  • Improve customer service
  • Improve team collaboration

Program & Schedule

  • Students are pre-assessed to determine their level of entry (level 1-6)
  • 10-week sessions (flexible)
  • 3-hour or 6-hour per week session options
  • Students may access self-paced learning software to enhance their english skills

For More Information

Contact Liz Meeker at (864) 467-3457 or liz.meeker@greenvilleliteracy.org. Or use the attached form. 

Frequently Asked Questions

Workplace English training is a program designed to help employees improve their English language skills, specifically tailored to the needs of their work environment. It covers vocabulary, communication skills, and cultural understanding relevant to their job roles.

English training enhances communication, reduces misunderstandings, and improves safety, productivity, and employee confidence. It’s especially valuable in workplaces with a diverse workforce, ensuring everyone can understand instructions, policies, and interact with ease.

Classes may cover job-specific vocabulary, safety terminology, conversational English, reading and understanding workplace signs or manuals, and practicing spoken English for interactions with colleagues and customers.

Classes are typically interactive, combining lectures, discussions, and practical exercises. They will be in-person, with schedules designed to fit availability.

These classes are usually open to any non-native English-speaking employees who want to improve their English proficiency, regardless of their current skill level.

Classes will be held on-site at your workplace. Schedules are flexible and can be customized to fit around shifts and work hours.

Many participants start seeing improvement in just a few weeks. For lasting and comprehensive skill development, programs usually recommend a commitment of several months.

Employers benefit from enhanced productivity, fewer communication errors, improved employee morale, and greater teamwork. It also demonstrates an investment in employee development and diversity.

All necessary materials are provided. Participants just need to bring a willingness to learn!

Yes, training can be tailored to industry-specific needs, such as healthcare, manufacturing, hospitality, and more, to ensure relevance to participants’ daily tasks.

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Employer Needs Survey
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Is your company interested in training to improve your employee's proficiency in the English language?
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At what level of English are most of the employees enrolling in the language training?
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What is the desired timeframe for the language training program?
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Will employees be paid during training?
Do you have a list of skills, industry terms, and objectives you want your employees to achieve through this program? (Ex: help reading the safety manual, communicating absences to supervisors)
What is your budget per student for this language training program?
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