Refugee Programs

English Language Training (ELT) has been contracted by the Department of Economic Security (DES) to provide integrated skills instruction to adult refugees, asylees, and Special Immigrant Visa (SIV) holders who have lived less than five years in the U.S. Students in these classes learn contextualized language skills (reading, writing, listening, and speaking). Information about using technology for language learning is provided. Aspects of U.S. culture and civics helpful for interacting in community, workplace, and educational settings are included.