ESL ProfIcIency for Tech

Second Step to IT English:
Building Proficiency in Communication

After mastering the basics of vocabulary and grammar, it’s time to develop fluency and confidence in professional IT communication.

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ESL ProfIcIency for Tech

Second Step to IT English:

Building Proficiency in Communication
Start Date: June 20, 2025

$399

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Online

8 Weeks

Mo-Tu-Th-Fr

~13 Hours per Week

Who Will Benefit

IT Professionals Looking to Enhance Communication Skills
 Professionals already working in the tech field who want to improve their ability to articulate ideas, explain technical concepts, and engage in collaborative discussions effectively.

Advanced ESL Learners in Tech
Non-native English speakers who have a basic understanding of IT terminology and grammar but need to refine their fluency, pronunciation, and confidence in professional settings.

Team Leaders and Project Managers
Individuals managing IT projects who need to communicate clearly with diverse teams, present updates to stakeholders, and handle cross-functional collaboration..

Aspiring Tech Trainers or Educators
Those planning to teach or mentor others in IT-related fields and need to explain complex technical topics in a structured, easy-to-understand manner.

Prerequisites

Intermediate IT Terminology: A deeper understanding of terms related to coding languages, databases, and networks.

Intermediate English Grammar: Comfort with complex sentence structures, passive voice, and conditionals.

Understanding of Technical Topics: Knowledge in software development, system administration, or IT support.

Prerequisites

Intermediate IT Terminology: A deeper understanding of terms related to coding languages, databases, and networks.

Intermediate English Grammar: Comfort with complex sentence structures, passive voice, and conditionals.

Understanding of Technical Topics: Knowledge in software development, system administration, or IT support.

Syllabus

Module 1
Fundamentals in Action
1
weeks

Revisiting Core Concepts for Proficiency in English
This module is designed to review and reinforce the foundational English concepts covered in the “ESL for Fundamentals” course, with an emphasis on applying these basics to real-world and advanced communication scenarios. Through interactive activities and focused practice, students will solidify their understanding and prepare for more complex and advanced language learning tasks.
This week serves as a bridge between fundamental skills and more sophisticated language use. By revisiting and mastering these essential topics, students will build the confidence and competence necessary to tackle challenging grammatical structures, nuanced vocabulary, and advanced communication strategies.

Key Topics:

  • Parts of Speech
  • Sentence Structure
  • Clauses and Phrases
  • Conjunctions
  • Vocabulary Review
  • Possessive Forms
  • Comparatives and Superlatives
  • The Verb “To Be”
  • Verb Tenses
  • Modals

By the end of this module, students will have thoroughly reviewed foundational English concepts, including verb tenses and modals. They will gain confidence in applying these essentials to communicate effectively in both spoken and written contexts. This preparation will equip them to confidently tackle advanced and complex language learning topics in the subsequent modules.

Module 2
Exploring Complexity in Sentences
2
weeks

Building Familiarity with Complex Sentence Types and Voices
This module introduces students to the foundations of complex sentence structures, focusing on embedded questions, if-clauses, and wish-clauses as a gateway to understanding noun clauses and adverbial clauses. While not exhaustive, these topics will prepare students to approach more advanced grammar concepts in later modules. Additionally, the module includes a thorough exploration of active and passive voices to enhance students’ ability to express ideas in varied sentence forms.
This two-week module is designed to familiarize students with key components of complex sentences, helping them understand their construction and purpose in communication. By the end of this module, students will be comfortable identifying and constructing these sentence types and using active and passive voice effectively in spoken and written English.

Key Topics:

  • Embedded Questions
  • If-Clauses
  • Wish-Clauses
  • Active and Passive Voices

By the end of this module, students will have developed a strong foundation in constructing and understanding complex sentence types, along with mastering the use of active and passive voices. This preparation will serve as a stepping stone for more detailed exploration of clauses in future modules.

Module 3
Mastering Noun Clauses
1
weeks

Exploring the Building Blocks of Complex Sentences
This module focuses on developing a comprehensive understanding of noun clauses, a critical component of complex sentence structures. Students will learn how to construct sentences using noun clauses effectively and how to communicate with accuracy by mastering the subordinators used in noun clauses. Additionally, students will transition into learning about reported statements, which are closely related to noun clauses. This foundational module sets the stage for more advanced grammar topics and enhances students’ ability to express ideas in complex and nuanced ways.

Key Topics:

  • Noun Clauses
  • Subordinators in Noun Clauses
  • Reported Statements

By the end of this module, students will have a solid grasp of noun clauses and their applications, enabling them to create complex sentences with confidence and precision.

Module 4
Gerunds and Infinitives in Action
1
weeks

Mastering Verb Forms for Accurate Communication
This module is designed to help students understand and confidently use gerunds and infinitives in various contexts. As foundational elements of English grammar, gerunds and infinitives are essential for expressing ideas, actions, and purposes accurately. Understanding this topic is particularly important because they are widely used in complex sentence types, often appearing in the form of reductions. As such, mastering gerunds and infinitives is vital for both comprehension and effective communication.

Key Topics:

  • Gerunds
  • Infinitives
  • Gerunds vs. Infinitives

By the end of this module, students will be able to use gerunds and infinitives accurately and effectively, enhancing their fluency and precision in both formal and informal contexts. This will also prepare them for more advanced topics in sentence construction and comprehension.

Module 5
Mastering Relative Clauses
1
weeks

Building Precision and Detail in Complex Sentences
This module focuses on relative clauses, the second complex sentence type covered in the “ESL for Proficiency” course. Students will learn to differentiate between defining and non-defining relative clauses, mastering their uses for adding precision and detail to communication. Through focused practice, they will also gain proficiency in using subordinators, such as relative pronouns (who, whom, whose, which, that) and relative adverbs (when, where, why), to create well-constructed and nuanced sentences.

Key Topics:

  • Introduction to Relative Clauses
  • Defining vs. Non-Defining Relative Clauses
  • Subordinators

By the end of this module, students will have a clear understanding of relative clauses, enabling them to use this second complex sentence type with accuracy and fluency. This foundational knowledge will further prepare them for advanced sentence structures in upcoming modules.

Module 6
Mastering Adverbial Clauses
2
weeks

Exploring the Most Versatile Complex Sentence Type
This final module focuses on adverbial clauses, the last and most versatile complex sentence type covered in the “ESL for Proficiency” course. Students will delve into the various types of adverbial clauses, exploring their unique functions and mastering the subordinators associated with each type. Over two weeks, they will develop the skills needed to construct precise, nuanced, and advanced sentences for both spoken and written communication.

Key Topics:

  • Adverbial Clauses by Function:
  • Time
  • Place
  • Reason
  • Condition
  • Purpose
  • Result
  • Contrast
  • Comparison
  • Manner
  • Degree
  • Exception

By the end of this module, students will have a thorough understanding of all types of adverbial clauses and their subordinators, completing their mastery of complex sentence types. This knowledge will enable them to construct sophisticated and versatile sentences, significantly enhancing their communication skills and fluency.

Syllabus

Module 1
Fundamentals in Action
1
weeks

Revisiting Core Concepts for Proficiency in English
This module is designed to review and reinforce the foundational English concepts covered in the “ESL for Fundamentals” course, with an emphasis on applying these basics to real-world and advanced communication scenarios. Through interactive activities and focused practice, students will solidify their understanding and prepare for more complex and advanced language learning tasks.
This week serves as a bridge between fundamental skills and more sophisticated language use. By revisiting and mastering these essential topics, students will build the confidence and competence necessary to tackle challenging grammatical structures, nuanced vocabulary, and advanced communication strategies.

Key Topics:

  • Parts of Speech
  • Sentence Structure
  • Clauses and Phrases
  • Conjunctions
  • Vocabulary Review
  • Possessive Forms
  • Comparatives and Superlatives
  • The Verb “To Be”
  • Verb Tenses
  • Modals

By the end of this module, students will have thoroughly reviewed foundational English concepts, including verb tenses and modals. They will gain confidence in applying these essentials to communicate effectively in both spoken and written contexts. This preparation will equip them to confidently tackle advanced and complex language learning topics in the subsequent modules.

Module 2
Exploring Complexity in Sentences
2
weeks

Building Familiarity with Complex Sentence Types and Voices
This module introduces students to the foundations of complex sentence structures, focusing on embedded questions, if-clauses, and wish-clauses as a gateway to understanding noun clauses and adverbial clauses. While not exhaustive, these topics will prepare students to approach more advanced grammar concepts in later modules. Additionally, the module includes a thorough exploration of active and passive voices to enhance students’ ability to express ideas in varied sentence forms.
This two-week module is designed to familiarize students with key components of complex sentences, helping them understand their construction and purpose in communication. By the end of this module, students will be comfortable identifying and constructing these sentence types and using active and passive voice effectively in spoken and written English.

Key Topics:

  • Embedded Questions
  • If-Clauses
  • Wish-Clauses
  • Active and Passive Voices

By the end of this module, students will have developed a strong foundation in constructing and understanding complex sentence types, along with mastering the use of active and passive voices. This preparation will serve as a stepping stone for more detailed exploration of clauses in future modules.

Module 3
Mastering Noun Clauses
1
weeks

Exploring the Building Blocks of Complex Sentences
This module focuses on developing a comprehensive understanding of noun clauses, a critical component of complex sentence structures. Students will learn how to construct sentences using noun clauses effectively and how to communicate with accuracy by mastering the subordinators used in noun clauses. Additionally, students will transition into learning about reported statements, which are closely related to noun clauses. This foundational module sets the stage for more advanced grammar topics and enhances students’ ability to express ideas in complex and nuanced ways.

Key Topics:

  • Noun Clauses
  • Subordinators in Noun Clauses
  • Reported Statements

By the end of this module, students will have a solid grasp of noun clauses and their applications, enabling them to create complex sentences with confidence and precision.

Module 4
Gerunds and Infinitives in Action
1
weeks

Mastering Verb Forms for Accurate Communication
This module is designed to help students understand and confidently use gerunds and infinitives in various contexts. As foundational elements of English grammar, gerunds and infinitives are essential for expressing ideas, actions, and purposes accurately. Understanding this topic is particularly important because they are widely used in complex sentence types, often appearing in the form of reductions. As such, mastering gerunds and infinitives is vital for both comprehension and effective communication.

Key Topics:

  • Gerunds
  • Infinitives
  • Gerunds vs. Infinitives

By the end of this module, students will be able to use gerunds and infinitives accurately and effectively, enhancing their fluency and precision in both formal and informal contexts. This will also prepare them for more advanced topics in sentence construction and comprehension.

Module 5
Mastering Relative Clauses
1
weeks

Building Precision and Detail in Complex Sentences
This module focuses on relative clauses, the second complex sentence type covered in the “ESL for Proficiency” course. Students will learn to differentiate between defining and non-defining relative clauses, mastering their uses for adding precision and detail to communication. Through focused practice, they will also gain proficiency in using subordinators, such as relative pronouns (who, whom, whose, which, that) and relative adverbs (when, where, why), to create well-constructed and nuanced sentences.

Key Topics:

  • Introduction to Relative Clauses
  • Defining vs. Non-Defining Relative Clauses
  • Subordinators

By the end of this module, students will have a clear understanding of relative clauses, enabling them to use this second complex sentence type with accuracy and fluency. This foundational knowledge will further prepare them for advanced sentence structures in upcoming modules.

Module 6
Mastering Adverbial Clauses
2
weeks

Exploring the Most Versatile Complex Sentence Type
This final module focuses on adverbial clauses, the last and most versatile complex sentence type covered in the “ESL for Proficiency” course. Students will delve into the various types of adverbial clauses, exploring their unique functions and mastering the subordinators associated with each type. Over two weeks, they will develop the skills needed to construct precise, nuanced, and advanced sentences for both spoken and written communication.

Key Topics:

  • Adverbial Clauses by Function:
  • Time
  • Place
  • Reason
  • Condition
  • Purpose
  • Result
  • Contrast
  • Comparison
  • Manner
  • Degree
  • Exception

By the end of this module, students will have a thorough understanding of all types of adverbial clauses and their subordinators, completing their mastery of complex sentence types. This knowledge will enable them to construct sophisticated and versatile sentences, significantly enhancing their communication skills and fluency.

What You Earn

Enhanced IT
Communication Skills

You will:

  • Expand your technical vocabulary to cover key IT concepts such as software development, hardware systems, networking, and troubleshooting.
  • Improve your ability to engage in conversations about technical topics with colleagues and clients, both in writing and speaking.
  • Develop the confidence to write clearer emails, documentation, and reports, effectively communicating technical issues and solutions.
  • Practice listening to technical discussions and understanding key points, allowing you to follow and contribute to meetings and presentations with ease.

Enhanced Technical
Communication

Master the art of articulating complex IT concepts with precision and clarity. Build on your technical vocabulary and improve your ability to effectively communicate in written and spoken formats, enabling you to confidently discuss IT topics with colleagues and clients in professional settings.

Certification of Achievement

Earn a prestigious certificate upon completion of our program, showcasing your expertise and commitment to excellence. This certification will serve as a testament to your skills and knowledge, giving you a competitive edge in the job market. Proudly display your achievement and use it to propel your career to new heights.

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FAQs for ESL Proficiency for Tech

ESL Proficiency for Tech is a specialized English language program designed to help non-native speakers develop the language skills necessary for success in the technology industry.

This program is ideal for individuals who work or aspire to work in the technology sector and need to improve their English language proficiency for career advancement. Our students come from various IT industries and include roles such as SOC Analyst, Front End Java Developer, Tester, etc. Additionally, many of our graduates have completed IT courses such as SDET (Software Development Engineer in Test) and Cyber Security, and are now ready to graduate from their respective programs.

To enroll, simply visit our website and complete the online registration form. If you have any questions or need assistance, our enrollment team is here to help. You can also join our upcoming Intro Session via our website or by registering through the link provided below.

We offer multiple start dates throughout the year. Please check our website or contact us for the current class schedule.

The duration of the program varies depending on the course level and intensity. Typically, our ESL Proficiency Program is 8 weeks and  live classes are scheduled for 4 days a week, with each session lasting 3 hours.

Our curriculum covers a range of technical and language skills, including industry-specific vocabulary, grammar, listening, and especially speaking skills. The program is carefully designed to enhance your speaking skills by focusing on essential advanced grammar topics. We also include reading comprehension activities, pronunciation exercises, and listening activities to ensure balanced improvement in listening and understanding with IT-related audio materials.

Yes, all live classes are recorded for your convenience. The raw recording is available immediately after the session ends, allowing you to review the material right away. Additionally, an edited version with improved clarity and formatting will be uploaded to the Cydeo Learning Platform within 1-2 business days, ensuring you have access to high-quality resources for future reference or to catch up on any missed sessions.

Improving your English proficiency will enhance your communication skills, increase your confidence in the workplace, and open up new career opportunities in the technology industry.

Yes, our instructor is highly qualified and has extensive experience teaching English for specific purposes, including in the technology industry. He has taken the SDET course just to prepare this program for you. With over 20 years of experience in teaching English, he continuously creates new content to provide the best learning experience for our students.

ESL Proficiency for Tech is a specialized English language program designed to help non-native speakers develop the language skills necessary for success in the technology industry.

This program is ideal for individuals who work or aspire to work in the technology sector and need to improve their English language proficiency for career advancement. Our students come from various IT industries and include roles such as SOC Analyst, Front End Java Developer, Tester, etc. Additionally, many of our graduates have completed IT courses such as SDET (Software Development Engineer in Test) and Cyber Security, and are now ready to graduate from their respective programs.

To enroll, simply visit our website and complete the online registration form. If you have any questions or need assistance, our enrollment team is here to help. You can also join our upcoming Intro Session via our website or by registering through the link provided below.

We offer multiple start dates throughout the year. Please check our website or contact us for the current class schedule.

The duration of the program varies depending on the course level and intensity. Typically, our ESL Proficiency Program is 8 weeks and  live classes are scheduled for 4 days a week, with each session lasting 3 hours.

Our curriculum covers a range of technical and language skills, including industry-specific vocabulary, grammar, listening, and especially speaking skills. The program is carefully designed to enhance your speaking skills by focusing on essential advanced grammar topics. We also include reading comprehension activities, pronunciation exercises, and listening activities to ensure balanced improvement in listening and understanding with IT-related audio materials.

Yes, all live classes are recorded for your convenience. The raw recording is available immediately after the session ends, allowing you to review the material right away. Additionally, an edited version with improved clarity and formatting will be uploaded to the Cydeo Learning Platform within 1-2 business days, ensuring you have access to high-quality resources for future reference or to catch up on any missed sessions.

Yes, our instructor is highly qualified and has extensive experience teaching English for specific purposes, including in the technology industry. He has taken the SDET course just to prepare this program for you. With over 20 years of experience in teaching English, he continuously creates new content to provide the best learning experience for our students.

Improving your English proficiency will enhance your communication skills, increase your confidence in the workplace, and open up new career opportunities in the technology industry.