BUSINESS PATHWAY - English for the Work Place (EWP)


Study Business English Language skills then apply your skills in a Co-op work placement. Through this program you will receive a unique combination of study and work experience.


Through your studies at SEC, you will gain the language skills and work experience necessary to succeed in the Canadian work place. At SEC, you will learn useful skills that will help you obtain the co-op placement, build up your confidence and professionalism, as well as improve your language fluency.


The co-op positions will include placements
    in the following sectors:



Customer service, tourism, hospitality, the food and beverage industry, as well as the administrative and business sectors. The positions may include: kitchen help, housekeeping, event coordinator assistance, cashiers, office help, as well as a variety of other positions.


You will benefit from this program if:

  • You have an intermediate English level.
  • You would like to study language skills related to a co-op placement.
  • You would like to work at a paid entry-level position among Canadians.

Program Requirements:


  • You are 19 years or older, enthusiastic, eager to learn new things, and have a positive attitude.
  • Minimum age: high school graduate, 19 years old +.
  • Work experience is not mandatory.
  • Medical insurance is mandatory for the duration of the stay in Canada.
  • Intermediate English level is mandatory (SEC will arrange for a telephone interview and a written test).
  • Most recent resume and cover letter, stating most recent employment experience and education.
English for the Work Place (EWP Program)