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It provides a range of programs, including English language learning, college and university courses, and career-focused training, helping students build skills for further education and employment.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Douglas College offers\u00a0<strong>Career Paths for Skilled Immigrants<\/strong>, which helps internationally trained professionals find work in their field through coaching, job search support, and guidance with licensing.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Another important program for immigrants,  is\u00a0<strong>ELLA (English Language Learning and Acquisition)<\/strong>. It helps people improve their English skills for daily life, work, and further education. The program can be difficult to understand at first, but it provides strong support and is a helpful pathway into college and employment.For permanent residents and convention refugees,\u00a0ELLA is <strong>tuition is free<\/strong>, although some fees still apply<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In addition, the\u00a0<strong>I\u2011CARE program<\/strong>\u00a0provides free one-to-one support to help adults improve their reading and writing skills, which are important for daily life and work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Overall, Douglas College helps newcomers build skills, understand systems, and move forward in their education and careers in Canada.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>https:\/\/www.douglascollege.ca\/ Douglas College is a public post-secondary institution in Metro Vancouver that offers education and training for people at different stages of their lives. 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