Workforce Training

Advanced English for Non-Native Speakers

Beyond the Basics courses help advanced, non-native-English speakers fill in the missing skills they need to communicate in English with efficiency and precision. Most students taking Beyond the Basics classes are using English every day for work or school and find that they would like to get some additional instruction and practice with a specific language skill.

Most Beyond the Basics classes meet once a week for eight weeks, and classes are usually offered in the evenings.

All course instructors have training and credentials for teaching English to speakers of other languages.

The following Beyond the Basics courses available:

  • Advanced Conversation and Fluency
  • Advanced Grammar
  • Pronunciation

Looking for a private class for your group? We can tailor our courses to meet the unique needs of your business, church, civic or social group.

For more information, email [email protected].

Accent Reduction for Business Professionals

Are you ready to elevate your communication skills and speak with confidence? Say goodbye to language barriers and hello to a more polished, professional you!

Managing your accent provides several benefits:

  • Global opportunities: Whether in the workplace or social settings, clear communication opens doors to a world of possibilities and fosters stronger professional relationships.
  • Career advancement: Enhance your professional image and boost your career prospects by overcoming language barriers and expressing yourself with clarity.
  • Increased confidence: Gain the confidence to express yourself effectively and make a lasting impression in every interaction.

Wake Tech's Accent Reduction course offers the following:

  • Personal instruction: Enrollment is kept to a minimum to provide individual attention. This promotes active listening, which is a critical component of learning to modify production of vowels, consonants and English stress patterns.
  • Proven techniques: The instructor is a certified speech and language pathologist who has years of experience successfully helping internationals manage accents and communicate more effectively in their jobs.
  • Interactive classes: Engage in live, weekly class sessions that make learning enjoyable and effective. Our classes are designed to boost your confidence in real-world communication.
  • Convenient scheduling: Virtual online classes are offered in the evenings on Microsoft Teams. Students can join class from anywhere with a stable internet connection.
  • Supportive community: Connect with like-minded individuals on a language-learning journey. Share experiences, exchange tips and celebrate successes together.

For more information, contact Susan Shostak at [email protected] or 919-334-1536.

Frequently asked questions

Classes begin throughout the year and do not necessarily follow a semester schedule.
If the class you would like to take is not available, click the "Notify me when offered" button to register your email address. You will be notified as soon as a section of that class becomes available.
Yes. Taking a class with a different instructor can provide a different type of practice with a different type of content. Repeating a class to further develop a particular skill is a smart idea.
Students must be at least 16 years old on the first day of class. Students under 18 must register in person.