Occupation-specific Language Training (OSLT) are free communication skills courses for newcomers.
Participants will develop the language and communication skills needed to:
- understand workplace culture in their occupation and sector
- interact effectively with their colleagues, clients and supervisors
- give and receive information by email and telephone
- interview and network effectively
Conestoga College offers OSLT courses in the following areas:
- Business
- Health Sciences
- Human Services
- Technology
Admission requirements
- You are a permanent resident, convention refugee/protected person, or a temporary resident affected by the crisis in Gaza (your status document must show "MOME2023" until March 31, 2027).
- You are a resident of Ontario.
- You have previous experience or education in the course subject.
- You have a Canadian Language Benchmarks (CLB) score of 5 or higher. Please note: some courses may require a higher CLB level.
Upcoming courses
To register, or for more information, please email OSLT@conestogac.on.ca.
Virtually Blended Professional Managers
Dates: January 19 – March 27, 2026
Schedule: Two virtual evening classes per week, plus additional online work
Accounting and Finance
Dates: April 7 – June 27, 2026
Schedule: Two virtual evening classes per week, plus additional online work
Program locations
Classes are currently being held virtually. When in person, courses may be offered at any of the following locations:
- Conestoga Waterloo campus
- Conestoga Kitchener – Doon campus
- 800 King St. W., Kitchener
Opportunities and pathways
Students who graduate from any Workplace Communication skills class will receive a certificate of completion and may be interested in moving directly into the workforce or pursuing the following programs:
- Bridging programs
- Certificate programs
- Diploma programs
- Degree programs (depending upon admission criteria)
Conestoga College OSLT is funded by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada.
