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Get your CLB Level 8 certificate

Are you interested in pursuing your studies at a Canadian post-secondary institution, but do not have the necessary English language skills to be accepted? Study in person with Holland College, located in Prince Edward Island, where you can improve your English and then choose from 60 different diploma and certificate programs.

Our English for Academic Purposes (EAP) program is flexible to meet your needs. At Holland College we offer:

  • Certified ESL instructors
  • Small class size
  • Students work toward achieving Canadian Language Benchmark Level 8 (the language requirement for Holland College programs
  • State-of-the-art computer labs and software
  • No International English Language Testing System (IELTS) requirement
  • May 2026

    Prince of Wales Campus

    Program Length

    Semester-Based

    Credential

    Certificate for CLB Level 8 completion

    Canadian Tuition

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    International Tuition

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    Canadian Applicants

    Accepting Applications

    International Applicants with a Valid Study Permit

    Accepting Applications

    Other International Applicants

    Accepting Applications

  • July 2026

    Prince of Wales Campus

    Program Length

    Semester-Based

    Credential

    Certificate for CLB Level 8 completion

    Canadian Tuition

    View full breakdown

    International Tuition

    View full breakdown

    Canadian Applicants

    Accepting Applications

    International Applicants with a Valid Study Permit

    Accepting Applications

    Other International Applicants

    Accepting Applications

  • September 2026

    Prince of Wales Campus

    Program Length

    Semester-Based

    Credential

    Certificate for CLB Level 8 completion

    Canadian Tuition

    View full breakdown

    International Tuition

    View full breakdown

    Canadian Applicants

    Accepting Applications

    International Applicants with a Valid Study Permit

    Accepting Applications

    Other International Applicants

    Accepting Applications

  • January 2027

    Prince of Wales Campus

    Program Length

    Semester-Based

    Credential

    Certificate for CLB Level 8 completion

    Canadian Tuition

    View full breakdown

    International Tuition

    View full breakdown

    Canadian Applicants

    Accepting Applications

    International Applicants with a Valid Study Permit

    Accepting Applications

    Other International Applicants

    Accepting Applications

  • Admissions Requirements

    Submit proof of language proficiency, if you do not have a valid test result, please contact us at EAP@hollandcollge.com to arrange an online assessment

    This program is open to anyone, including those with work permits or travel visas, as well as Canadian citizens and international applicants. 

  • Degree Pathways

    This program has degree pathways, giving you the opportunity to receive credit for your Holland College diploma when you continue your education. For a complete list of agreements, visit the Degree Pathways page.

    Partner Institution Credential Details of Agreement
  • Program courses

    There is currently no course information available for this program.

Step 1: Create a Dashboard Account and complete the online application.

If you are applying for the EAP Program you do not need to send your high school transcript or résumé, however, if you would like to be considered for acceptance into a Holland College post-secondary program, you will need these documents at a later date.

Step 2: One of our EAP Advisors will contact you to schedule your EAP Placement test*. This test is used as a guideline to determine whether you will be in our beginner or intermediate level of EAP. The placement test is completed online, however, if you have a current IELTS score we can use these results instead.

*The result of the Holland College placement test is not proof of academic language proficiency for a Holland College post-secondary program.

 

 
Level CLB* CanTEST Score** IELTS
Beginner Levels 3
Levels 4
High Beginner 2.0
Low intermediate 2.5
2.5-3.5
3.5-4.5
Intermediate Levels 5
Levels 6
Intermediate 3.0
High Intermediate 3.5
4.0-5.0
5.0-5.5
Advanced Levels 7
Levels 8
Advanced 4.0
Advanced 4.5
6.0
6.5-7.5

*Canadian Language Benchmarks
**CanTEST is a standardized English proficiency test

CAMPUS RESIDENCES
Living in residence is a great way to get the most out of college life. The residences are made up of one, two, and three-bedroom furnished units, each with its own kitchenette and bathroom. You stay for the entire academic school year, there are no monthly rentals. For details, including fees, visit our residence home page.

OFF-CAMPUS ACCOMMODATIONS
Off-campus accommodations include apartments, rooms with kitchen privileges, room and board arrangements, and sharing with roommates. For a list of off-site accommodations, visit our Living Off-campus page.

HOMESTAY
Stay with a local Canadian family and experience a new culture and language as a member of the family. You will likely have your own private room and meals are usually included. Staying with a family is an excellent opportunity to practise English outside of school.

Students who complete EAP CLB Level 8 meet the English language proficiency requirements for Holland College programs, and can apply for acceptance in our diploma and certificate programs providing they meet all of the admission requirements.

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