Second Language Training

Second Language Training are offered to civilian spouses of military members in both official languages at various locations through the region. Different modules are available each semester, depending on the number of registrants. To register please click on the "View the latest Program Guide" button on your right to download the registration form.

Staff Contact

Monique Geishardt
Second Language Training
(613) 991-4024

Overview

The MFRC-NCR provides Second Language Training (SLT) to military spouses in both French and English.

The goal of the courses is to provide spouses with a working knowledge of their second language. The courses concentrate on oral communication. At this time, the program is under development and not all modules (levels) are offered at any given time. The curriculum is based on the Canadian Forces second language training although it has been modified for civilians.

The French Language courses are offered in Rockcliffe, Orleans and Uplands and now Kanata, depending on demand. Classes require a minimum of five spouses to a maximum of ten students with priority being given to military spouses. If space is available, serving and retired military members, as well as the general public are able to attend.

The course runs twice weekly for six hours a week. A certificate is presented upon the completion of a module (60 hours).

A deposit of $50.00 is required but will be reimbursed to spouses of serving military members only, if he or she attends 85% of the classes. Students who are serving military members will not be reimbursed. Reimbursements will not be given after the first class or if the participant fails to attend 85% of the classes or cancels. Changing to another class level or location after classes begin is dependent on availability of spaces, and cannot be permitted after the first class.

Retired military members and the general public must pay $100.00 and we are unable to reimburse their fee. For further information please contact the SLT Coordinator at (613) 991-4024.

Childcare expenses for military spouses only: 50% of your childcare expenses can be reimbursed. An original receipt including the hours and wages paid will be required. Reimbursements must be requested by the end of a semester.

Course Information

Download your registration form here

REGISTRATION DEADLINE - September 8, 2010

Fall session from September 27 to December 2, 2010

Classes offered:

Module 2, Uplands, Tues and Thurs, 18:30 to 21:30 hrs
Module 4, Connaught Ranges, Tues and Thurs, 18:00 to 21:00 hrs
Module 5, Orleans, Wed and Thurs, 18:30 to 21:30 hrs
Module 7, Connaught Ranges, Mon and Wed, 18:00 to 21:00 hrs
Module 9, Uplands, Mon and Wed, 18:30 to 21:30 hrs
Module 10, Orleans, Wed and Thurs, 18:00 to 21:00 hrs

Contact Monique Geishardt at (613) 991-4024 for more information on the modules offered.