English for General Communication

Amideast’S English for General Communication program develops your ability to communicate confidently and effectively in everyday situations. As the most popular type of English language training Amideast offers, these courses help tens of thousands of adult English learners yearly develop the spoken and written skills commonly needed today for work, study, and leisure.

Our expert teachers stress both fluency and accuracy as they help you improve your speaking, listening, reading, and writing through engaging activities addressing contemporary topics.

Our English language courses are aligned to the internationally recognized Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) and cover six proficiency stages, from beginning to advanced.

WHY STUDY ENGLISH WITH Amideast?

Our approach to teaching in English is based on the needs of learners. Here are 10 reasons to study English at Amideast:

Small class sizes
Individualized instruction and support
Interactive, communicative approach
Contemporary topics with a global focus
Emphasis on practical, real-life communication
Classes for different ages, levels, and purposes
Learner-centered materials for in-class or distance learning
Multimedia tools to enhance all language skills
Taught by expert, certified teachers of American English
Welcoming environment with comfortable facilities and friendly staff

Our English for General Communication courses are offered at the following levels:

West Bank

STAGE	LEVELS	HOURS
Elementary (A1+)*	1	45
Elementary (A1+)*	2	45
Pre-Intermediate (A2)	3	45
Pre-Intermediate (A2)	4	45
Intermediate (B1)	5	45
Intermediate (B1)	6	45
Upper Intermediate (B2)	7	45
Upper Intermediate (B2)	8	45

*The corresponding CEFR level is shown in parentheses.

GAZA

STAGE	LEVELS	HOURS
Elementary (A1+)*	1	30
	2	30
	3	30
Pre-Intermediate (A2)	4	30
	5	30
	6	30
Intermediate (B1)	7	30
	8	30
	9	30
Upper Intermediate (B2)	10	30
	11	30
	12	30

*The corresponding CEFR level is shown in parentheses.

West Bank-Schedule and Fees

Each stage consists of two levels, with each course totaling 45 hours of instruction. Public courses are conducted two days per week, three hours per day in the morning or evening. Courses and schedules can also be customized for business employees or other groups.

Classes will begin according to the below schedule

November 2018	Registration Deadline: October 31, 2018
February 2019	Registration Deadline: January 30, 2019
April 2019	Registration Deadline: March 31, 2019
August 2019	Registration Deadline: July 31, 2019

Course Fees

Jerusalem/Ramallah: 725 NIS
Hebron/Nablus: 650 NIS

Book Fee: 125 NIS

English Proficiency Placement Testing Schedule and Fee

Before registering, students are required to take a placement test to ensure placement in the appropriate course and level.

Jerusalem/Ramallah: Monday at 11:00 am & Thursday at 11:00 am and 2:00 pm

Hebron/Nablus: Sunday at 11:00 am & Wednesday at 11:00 am and 2:00 pm

Placement Test Fee: 40 NIS

For more information about the English Language Program, contact the nearest office to you for scheduling information.

GAZA-Schedule and Fees

Each stage consists of three courses, with each course totaling 30 hours of instruction. Public courses are conducted three days per week, two hours per day in the morning or evening. Courses and schedules can also be customized for business employees or other groups.

Classes will begin according to the below schedule:

Classes run throughout the whole year. Registration is open twice a month for every course.

Course Fees

Gaza: 400 NIS
Book Fee: 150 NIS

English Proficiency Placement Testing Schedule and Fee

Before registering, students are required to take a placement test to ensure placement in the appropriate course and level.

Gaza: Monday & Wednesday at 9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m.

Placement Test Fee: 30 NIS

For more information about the English Language Program, contact the nearest office to you for scheduling information.

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