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York Associates has been offering high-quality professional English language, teacher training, business communication, international leadership and team training to professionals working in the corporate, public and voluntary sectors for over 35 years. The training center is located in the beautiful city of York in England, with a rich history and unique culture for clients to explore.
The city offers a wealth of historical attractions, and a variety of cultural and sporting activities, making it a world-class tourist destination. For English language students, it is also a vibrant university city, packed with restaurants, cafés, English pubs, bars and shops. For entertainment, there are theatres and cinemas, nightclubs and live music. York is full of interesting specialist shops, from arts and crafts to famous high street fashion stores. For the more active, York offers golf, tennis, horse-riding, rowing, swimming pools and sports centres.
YORK ASSOCIATES AT A GLANCE
- Year of foundation: 1980
- Location: York, England
- Position: city center
- Minimum age in adult school: 24
- Maximum number of students in school: 18
- Approximate number of nationalities in school each year: 18 +
York Associates: Peasholme House, St Saviour’s Pl, York YO1 7PJ, United Kingdom
“I had long heard of York as a famous and beautiful destination in England, and when I went to visit, found that that assertion could not have been more true. It is in fact the second most visited city after London for its history, architecture, walkable city center, postcard panoramas, fantastic cathedral, unique museums (I particularly enjoyed the York Castle museum of British “life”) and the list goes on. For a language student, for being so desirable at the international level, it is not saturated with language schools, and as a result, there are many good quality host families near the schools.
As a school, York Associates is unique in many ways—it is aimed at older students, no matter their reason for wanting to study there, be it for general English language improvement only, or for the need for professional training, both in the English language as well as in other important skills like leadership training, conflict management and team building. (The school also offers other hard-to-find, more specialized training courses, such as teaching students with dyslexia). Mature students on all its courses will also appreciate the activities designed for their age group and the choice of exceptionally high quality accommodation.
The management of York Associates could not be in better hands. The Claret Group also owns The European School of English (ESE) in Malta, with whom I’ve been working since 2003. I have sent many students there and the feedback from students, on every aspect of their stay, has never been less than stellar. It is not only the top language school in Malta in my opinion, but among the very best in the world. During a personal tour of York Associates by the director of ESE, and in subsequent meetings with York Associate’s trainers (one of whom is passionate about teaching and York and the Yorkshire area as a destination) it was clear to me that the standards applied to this school were no less than those of the school in Malta. In short, the visit to this school and to the city of York were an absolute pleasure for me, and I recommend it to anyone wanting a personalized, high quality learning experience in one of the world’s most beautiful places.”
York, England
Why study English at York Associates?
York Associates distinguishes itself in the following ways:
- York Associates is located in the city of York, one of England’s most beautiful, historic and popular cities with tourists.
- With over 35 years of experience, York Associates is a leader in the field of professional English and communication training.
- York Associates is proud to offer its unique, 4-dimensional approach to training, which integrates English, professional communication, intercultural and international collaboration skills.
- York Associates is able to offer a professional and personal service, allowing clients to customize their courses for specific learning and professional needs.
- York Associates is a member of the Claret Group, which comprises four prestigious institutions based in York and the country of Malta.
- Based on the results of a rigorous British Council inspection, York Associates is in the top 10 percent of its accredited training centers, and was named by the EL Gazette as a Centre of Excellence 2013-2014 for its teaching of English.
- York Associates is an official provider of qualification programs in coaching, mentoring and leadership endorsed by the Institute of Leadership and Management.
- The directors and teachers at York Associates regularly produce textbooks for English language teaching and management publishers, including Cambridge University Press, Oxford University Press, Kogan Page and Harper Collins.
- York Associates offers a wide range of accommodation options in homestays, apartments and hotels in York.
- York Associates has a good nationality mix, with students from over 18 different countries every year.
The facilities
YORK ASSOCIATES FACILITIES AT A GLANCE
- Training room with computers
- Extensive library for self-study
- Free Wi-Fi
- Lounge / Coffee room with free refreshments
- Common area
- Outdoor patio area and garden
MORE ABOUT THE FACILITIES AND SERVICES
Student Welfare
York Associates’ welfare team will assist clients with any problems that might arise during their stay.
The courses
- Age: minimum 24
- Lesson length: 60 minutes
- Course duration: 1+ weeks
- Group size: maximum 6
- Start dates: every Monday
PROFESSIONAL ENGLISH AND COMMUNICATION COURSES
General English 30+
The General English 30+ course is a group course specifically designed for mature students.
- Age: minimum 30
- Minimum English level: A2
- Number of hours per week: 15
Fluent English
The Fluent English course is available as a group-only course or a combination of group and individual lessons.
- Age: minimum 21
- Minimum English level: A1
- Number of hours per week: 15 hours group and / or 5, 10 or 15 hours individual training
Business Communication
The Business Communication course is designed to develop professional English grammar and vocabulary and improve communication skills. This course will also help increase intercultural competence and give tips to manage diversity effectively.
- Minimum English level: A2
- Number of hours per week:
Option 1: 15 or 30 hours group
Option 2: 15 hours group and 5, 10 or 15 hours individual training
English for Specific Purposes (ESP)
York Associates offers a range of courses which combine a focus on specialist vocabulary relevant for participants’ specific jobs with skills training. Specialist areas include Energy English (Oil, Gas and Energy Industries), Financial English, Human Resources English, Legal English, Maritime English, Political English, Purchasing English, Sales English, Technical English and Trade Union and EWC English. ESP courses combine one-to-one training with group work. All ESP courses are also available as closed group courses on demand.
- Minimum English level: A2
- Number of hours per week: 15 hours group and 5, 10 or 15 hours individual training
Effective International Communication
This course combines all 4 dimensions of training (English language, professional communication, intercultural skills and inernational collaboration skills) and provides the support and feedback to help clients enhance their performance and achieve better results as an international communicator.
- Minimum English level: B1
- Number of hours per week:
Option 1: 15 hours group and 15 hours individual training
Option 2: 15 hours group and 20 hours individual training
Specialized Closed Group Courses
York Associates offers a range of specially designed closed group courses for professionals with specific needs across all sectors of society including corporate, government and political, educational, non-profit and voluntary. Courses are designed and delivered after careful consultation, and also offer ongoing coaching (face to face or virtual) to support deep learning and more effective transfer of newly-acquired skills to daily work. Sample closed group courses York Associates has delivered:
- International Trade Union and EWC Communication
- Internationalization Skills for Universities
- Communication for International Politics
- International Project Communication – Oil and Gas
In-country Professional Skills
The 2 day Professional Skills course provides lessons to students in their own countries which focus on international presentations, cross-cultural negotiations, business writing, successful virtual meetings and effective international networking.
- Minimum English level: B1
- Course duration: 2 days
- Number of hours per week: on demand
- Start dates: on demand
English for Young Professionals
During this 12 week program, clients will be allocated a work placement 4 days a week in a local organization and attend a 3-hour BEC exam preparation session once a week, for a total of 36 hours. The course will end with the BEC Vantage (B2) exam. Work placements include businesses, universities, colleges, voluntary organizations, local government offices, hotel and conference centers, sports centers, large stores, theatres and cultural centers.
- Age range: 18 – 30
- Minimum English level: B1
- Course duration: 12 weeks
- Group size: maximum 8
- Start dates: please enquire
Individual Training and Coaching
Individual training is available for the courses English for Specific Purposes, Business Communication (minimum A1 level of English) and Effective International Communication (minimum A2 level of English). A minimum of 5 hours of lessons is required every week for each course.
SLS (Specialist Language Service) Suite of Premier Individual Courses
The SLS suite of courses – including Bronze Silver, and Gold – includes a range of value-added features for participants who want to maximize their learning experience and develop the skills – fluency, understanding, vocabulary, grammar, professional communication skills, intercultural skills or collaboration skills – they need for their jobs.
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- Minimum English level: B1
- Number of hours per week: 30 (Bronze), 34 (Silver), 38 (Gold)
INTERNATIONAL TEAM AND LEADERSHIP
York Associates is a thought leader in the field of international leadership and team development with numerous publications on cross-border management and intercultural communication. York Associates consults organizations and supports international team and leadership performance with courses focusing on international leadership training, international executive coaching, international team building and conflict management.
York Associates also delivers training virtually to global audiences through webinars and in virtual classrooms. This training can be delivered as single events or across a number of sessions which touch on themes connected to international leadership such as managing cultural diversity, building trust in virtual teams or developing an international network.
Courses offered:
- Developing People Internationally
- Working in International Projects
- Communicating in Virtual Teams
- Situational Leadership in the Defense Sector
- Leadership Coaching
- International Teams
- Digital Learning
- Bespoke Support
TEACHER TRAINING
York Associates offers a full range of in-service teacher development programs for teachers and trainers, administrative staff and leaders working in the educational sector.
- Minimum age: 23
- Minimum English level: B1
- Number of hours per week: 21
- Group size: maximum 12
Empowerment in ICT Skills
Courses offered:
- Making Use of Technology Tools I and II (1 week)
English Language and Communication
Courses offered:
- Fluency and English Language Development for Teachers and Administrators (1 week)
- English and International Communication Skills for Tertiary Education (1 week) – Maximum 6 in group
- Academic Writing and Presenting in English for Researchers and University Staff (1 week)
Intercultural Skills Training
Courses offered:
- Teaching Intercultural and Communication Skills (2 weeks)
- Teaching Intercultural Communication Skills 1: Developing Intercultural and Communication Skills (1 week)
- Teaching Intercultural Communication Skills 2: Designing Intercultural Programs (1 week)
International Certificate in Business English Training (Cert IBET)
The York Associates Cert IBET aims to develop EFL teachers wishing to move into Business English teaching and those who have been engaged in Business English teaching but wish to grow professionally while gaining a recognized qualification in the field. This international qualification is jointly validated and managed by English UK and Trinity College London.
Language Teaching Methodology
Courses offered:
- English in the Primary Classroom (5 – 11 yrs)
- English in the Secondary Classroom (11 – 16 yrs)
- Using Drama in the English Language Classroom
- NLP for Teachers
Special Education Needs (SEN)
Courses offered:
- Dyslexia in the Teaching Environment (1 week)
- Autism in the Teaching Environment (1 week)
- Dyspraxia in the Teaching Environment (1 week)
- Dyscalculia in the Teaching Environment (1 week)
Technical English
This course is for all professionals who want to better understand the challenges of teaching technical English. Teachers will learn about different approaches to teaching aspects of technical English and develop their skills for teaching in areas such as static and process description, materials and engineering in pedagogical contexts.
Homestay
One of the best ways to learn more about British people and culture is to choose homestay accommodation. All homestays are carefully selected and visited regularly to ensure consistently high standards. Homestays are in fact the accommodation of choice for the majority of students. The school and Marshall Language Services recommend this form of accommodation the most for language learning. Family life is informal and the people are welcoming, friendly and talkative, so students will have plenty of opportunities to practice their English with native speakers. By booking homestay accommodation, students will also not have to worry about shopping for food and preparing meals every day. Mealtimes are often the occasions in which families converse most with the students.
Additional executive homestay provisions and information
- Standard homestays offer a single bedroom with a shared bathroom and are located maximum 60 minutes from the training center.
- Executive homestays offer a single bedroom with the option of a private bathroom and are located maximum 30 minutes by walk from the training center.
- Meal plan: breakfast and dinner every day, lunch on Sundays
- Free Wi-Fi
- Bed linens and towels are included.
- Accommodation is usually from Sunday to Saturday. It is possible to book extra nights at an additional cost.
APARTMENTS / HOUSES
Self-Catering
On request, York Associates can arrange short term executive self-catering houses and/or apartments in the city center.
Self-Catering apartments / houses offer:
- 1 or 2 double bedrooms
- TV
- Free Wi-Fi
- Utilities
- Laundry facility
HOTELS
The accommodation placement officers can help clients find a suitable room at one of the local hotels (3, 4 or 5-star), guest houses or B&Bs in the area.
Insurance
Insurance covering medical and travel assistance, personal liability and trip cancellation is not included in the price of the program. Marshall Language Services has a policy available through Guard.Me that covers these elements, as well as an additional policy through CareMed that covers cancellation under a wider range of circumstances, including the need to repeat school exams. A summary of these policies may be downloaded below.
Dates and Fees
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