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COURSES
Speak with confidence, expand your vocabulary, and enjoy learning with students from around the world
​Take the fast track to university readiness with intensive English training and essential academic skills.
Build the language skills and confidence to succeed in your professional life
Prepare for the TOEFL, TOEIC or Cambridge exam. We offer preparation all year around.
Sharpen your academic writing, research, and presentation skills to thrive in university
Customize the lessons to your needs. Business or other topics can also be arranged
GENERAL ENGLISH
The general English language courses are based on a curriculum designed to improve English language skills and achieve academic success. Students will gain confidence and fluency in reading, writing, listening, speaking, grammar, and vocabulary.
20 lessons General English per week + 1 or 2 electives to sharpen your skills in areas like conversation, pronunciation, or reading comprehension.
Includes electives like:
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Conversation & Pronunciation
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Practical English
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Reading Comprehension
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any of the electives of the specialized courses
Course name | Electives/week | Lessons/week | Hours/week | Visa type | 1-6 | 7-12 | 13-19 | 20-29 | 30+ |
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General English 20 - GE20 | 0 | 20 | 15 | ESTA/Tourist Visa | $370 | $360 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
General English 23 - GE23 | 1 | 23.75 | 17.9 | ESTA/Tourist Visa | $410 | $400 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
General English 24 - GE24 | 1 | 24 | 18 | F1 Student Visa | $410 | $400 | $380 | $340 | $320 |
General English 28 - GE28 | 2 | 28 | 21 | F1 Student Visa | $460 | $450 | $430 | $390 | $370 |
LEVELS
Basic A
Basic B
Intermediate A
Intermediate B
Advanced A
Advanced B
MAIN POINTS
Average class size
6-7, max 12
16+ years
All levels
New courses start
every Monday
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Covers all aspects incl. grammar, writing, speaking, listening and pronunciation
CLASS SCHEDULE
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Morning (Shift 1)
8:45 - 12:00
Start
Break
Start
End / Lunch
Start
End
8:45 am
10:15 - 10:30 am
10:30 am
12:00 pm
12:30 pm
2:00 pm
Afternoon (Shift 2)
14:15 - 17:30
Start
Break
Start
Break
Start
End
12:30 pm
2:00 - 2:15 pm
2:15 pm
3:45 - 4:00 pm
4:00 pm
5:30 pm
* Students can't choose the schedule, it will depend on the level availability.
ENGLISH PLUS CARERR DEVELOPMENT SKILLS
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Boost your English for the workplace and gain the professional skills to stand out in your career.
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20 lessons General English per week + 1 or 2 Career Development Skills electives such as business communication, negotiations, or job interview strategies.
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Includes electives like:
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Business communication
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Artificial intelligence
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Project management
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Presentation skills
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Strategic negotiations, and job interview strategies
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Course name | Electives/week | Lessons/week | Hours/week | Visa type | 1-6 | 7-12 | 13-19 | 20-29 | 30+ |
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English Plus Career Development Skills 23 - GE20 + CD3 | 1 | 20+3.75 | 17.9 | ESTA/Tourist Visa | $410 | $400 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
English Plus Career Development Skills 24 - GE20 + CD4 | 1 | 20+4 | 18 | F1 Student Visa | $410 | $400 | $380 | $340 | $320 |
English Plus Career Development Skills 28 - GE20 + CD8 | 2 | 20+8 | 21 | F1 Student Visa | $460 | $450 | $430 | $390 | $370 |
ENGLISH PLUS ACADEMIC SKILLS
Gain the academic English you need to excel in higher education while improving your overall fluency.
20 lessons General English per week + 1 or 2 Academic Skills electives such as academic writing, presentations, or critical thinking.
Includes electives like:
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Academic Listening and Note-Taking Strategies
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Academia Writing
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Speaking with Impact
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Presentations and Classroom Communication
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Writing Essays.
Course name | Electives/week | Lessons/week | Hours/week | Visa type | 1-6 | 7-12 | 13-19 | 20-29 | 30+ |
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Academic English 23 - GE20 + AE3 | 1 | 20+3.75 | 17.9 | ESTA/Tourist Visa | $410 | $400 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Academic English 24 - GE20 + AE4 | 1 | 20+4 | 18 | F1 Student Visa | $410 | $400 | $380 | $340 | $320 |
Academic English 28 - GE20 + AE8 | 2 | 20+8 | 21 | F1 Student Visa | $460 | $450 | $430 | $390 | $370 |
GLOBAL PATHWAY
Take the fast track to university readiness with intensive English training and essential academic skills. 20 lessons General English per week + 2 Academic Skills electives such as research skills, academic writing, and presentations — designed for international students aiming to succeed at a U.S. college or university.
Includes electives like:
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International Students, U.S. College Life & Language
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Culture, Communication and Success,
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Speaking with Impact: Presentations and Classroom Communication
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Academic Writing
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Academic Speaking
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Essay Writing
GLOBAL PATHWAY
Course name | Electives/week | Lessons/week | Hours/week | Visa type | 16 weeks |
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Global Pathway 28 - GE20 + GP8 | 2 | 20+8 | 21 | F1 Student Visa | $6,880 |
EXAM PREPARATION
ENGLISH PLUS
CAMBRIDGE EXAM PREPARATION
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Achieve your target score with expert guidance and focused exam strategies while building strong language skills.
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20 lessons General English per week + 1 Exam Preparation elective + 1 additional elective if booked with 28 lessons per week.
Course name | Electives/week | Lessons/week | Hours/week | Visa type | 1-6 | 7-12 | 13-19 | 20-29 | 30+ |
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Cambridge Exam Preparation CAE 23 - GE20+CAE3 | 1 | 20+3.75 | 17.9 | ESTA/Tourist Visa | $410 | $400 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Cambridge Exam Preparation CAE 24 - GE20+CAE4 | 1 | 20+4 | 18 | F1 Student Visa | $410 | $400 | $380 | $340 | $320 |
Cambridge Exam Preparation CAE 28 - GE24+CAE4 | 2 | 24+4 | 21 | F1 Student Visa | $460 | $450 | $430 | $390 | $370 |
ENGLISH PLUS ​
TOEFL EXAM PREPARATION
The TOEFL test is a highly respected English language proficiency test, accepted by over 9,000 universities,colleges, and agencies in over 130 countries. The TOEFL preparation course allows students to focus exclusively on preparing for the exam. Experienced teachers provide students with test-taking strategies, practice tests, and the skills necessary to be successful on the TOEFL test.
Course name | Electives/week | Lessons/week | Hours/week | Visa type | 1-6 | 7-12 |
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TOEFL Exam Preparation 23 - GE20+TOEFL3 | 1 | 20+3.75 | 17.9 | ESTA/Tourist Visa | $410 | $400 |
TOEFL Exam Preparation 24 - GE20+TOEFL4 | 1 | 20+4 | 18 | F1 Student Visa | $410 | $400 |
TOEFL Exam Preparation 28 - GE24+TOEFL4 | 2 | 24+4 | 21 | F1 Student VisA | $460 | $450 |
MAIN POINTS
Average class size
6-7, max 12
New courses start
every Monday
Duration:
Max. 8 weeks
16+ years
Level:
C1 and higher
ENGLISH + MORE
ENGLISH PLUS EXPERIENCE
With the English Plus Experience program, students can improve their English at CEL while gaining valuable experience at a company in California. We match students with qualified organizations that are excited to share their culture and knowledge. They will also have the benefit of intensive English classes with our certified teachers.
Prices
$950
MAIN POINTS
Work in qualified companies (unpaid)
For both ESTA/tourist & student visa
Duration:
Max. 24 weeks
Level:
B2 and higher
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18+ years
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Placement through CEL
POTENTIAL FIELDS
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Hospitality/Tourism
Sales & Marketing
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Business &
Customer Service
Social Service/
Non Profit
PROGRAM TYPES
ESTA/Tourist Visa
4 Weeks
General English 20/23
+
8 Weeks
experience
10 - 15 Hours/week
F1 Student Visa
4+ Weeks
General English 24/28
+
8-24 Weeks
GE24 + experience
10 - 15 Hours/week
PROCESS
Application
Preparation
& Arrival
Language Course
Approval
Onsite Interview
Experience Program
ENGLISH PLUS VOLUNTEERING
Do good, and feel good while improving your English! Partner with local non-profit organizations 3 or more afternoons per week alongside our regular English Courses at our school. Immerse yourself in helping the community and elevate your English.
Prices
$250
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Social Work
Educational Work
Conservation Work
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Special Events
✓ San Diegans at Serving Seniors
✓ City of Refuge
✓ San Diego History Museum
✓ Reading Legacies
✓ Pacific Beach
✓ San Diego River and Park Foundation
✓ Providing water for runners
✓ Film Festival
MAIN POINTS
Volunteer with
local organizations
For both ESTA/tourist & student visa
Up to
3 times/week
Level:
B1 and higher
16+ years
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Placement through CEL
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ENGLISH PLUS SURFING
Life’s a beach in California! Our San Diego and Santa Monica locations are within walking distance of the beach. So it made perfect sense that we offer surf lessons students can add to their regular English courses. These are a popular addition to courses and make their experience in California more memorable.
Prices
San Diego: $200 per week (4 lessons/week)
Santa Monica: $ 320 per week (4 lessons/week)
MAIN POINTS
Available with all course types
Include instructor, wetsuit, and surfboard
2 afternoons/week
(90 mins. each)
Ideal for beginner -intermediate surfers
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Available at all 3 locations
PRIVATE LESSONS
CEL offers private lessons for students who are seeking one-on-one time with a specially trained teacher. Lessons are personalized to fit each student’s learning level and language goals. They can easily be scheduled in the afternoon after normal class hours to accommodate the student's schedule.
Prices(45-min lessons)
$85
MAIN POINTS
One-on-one lessons
​Personalized class content to fit student's learning style
45 lessons
All levels
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Easily scheduled outside of regular class time
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Conversational English practice or specialized speaking topics