Training & Coaching
Comprehensive & Customized
- Accent Modification – The Accent on Canadian English (ACE) Program™
This 16 week (30 hour) program assists English as a second-language (ESL) professionals to speak English more clearly and confidently. - Accent Modification Training Online – The Accent on Clear English™ (ACE) eCourse
This 14-week online training program assists English as a second-language (ESL) speakers to be clear and confident speakers. - Effective Communication in the Canadian Workplace™
This 12-week (24 hour) customized program is designed for foreign trained professionals who want a better understanding of Canadian culture and preferred communication styles. - Empowered Communication Leadership Training Program™
This is a 12-week (24 hour) customized program. Participants learn leadership skills and powerful communication strategies to improve spoken and/or written communication. Participants can use these new strategies during meetings, presentations, and everyday interactions. - Customized Communication Coaching
We provide a comprehensive needs assessment and customize the coaching or training to best meet the unique needs of each individual or group. - Customized recordings of workplace terminology
Optima Communications can provide you with custom recordings so you can practice your English listening and speaking skills often and at any time.
Accent Modification- The Accent on Canadian English (ACE) Program™
Accent Modification
The Accent on Canadian English (ACE) Program™
Improved pronunciation results in:
- Increased productivity
- Speech that is easily understood by others
- Confidence in speaking
- Increased understanding of conversational English
- Improved levels of customer/client satisfaction
- Effective and efficient teamwork
- Fewer miscommunications and misunderstandings
- Employee retention
- Advancement in the workplace
- Increased workplace safety
Accent or pronunciation need not be a sensitive topic in the workplace. Pronunciation is quite simply, a component of language learning that can be enhanced if desired. Accent reduction helps clients “unlearn” old established pronunciation patterns and “relearn” new and accurate ways of pronouncing English.
The recommended length of ACE training is a minimum of sixteen weeks. In sixteen weeks significant changes in speech patterns are observed. Participants have a firm foundation for accurate speech sound production. They also have the knowledge to continue practicing and improving on their own once the training sessions are complete.
The Comprehensive 16 Week Training Program Includes:
- Individual pronunciation assessment for each participant (week 1).
- Written summary of client’s specific pronunciation difficulties.
- Personalized goal setting.
- Accent on Canadian English Program (Book & Audio).
- Fourteen weeks of customized training (2 hours per week).
- Individual pronunciation post assessment and consultation (week 16).
- Development of ongoing personal pronunciation plans.
ACE Pronunciation Training is used effectively with all first languages and is available for individuals and small groups.
ACE Advanced™ is for participants who completed the 16 week ACE Training Program and who want to continue improving their pronunciation. ACE Advanced™ is facilitated weekly or biweekly (12 two hour sessions). Level 1 and Level 2 are available. Please contact info@optimacomm.com for more detailed information.
Testimonials
“Lisa is an expert in training individuals to adapt and change their accents to make them easier to understand by their clients, families, friends and co-workers. I have used Lisa’s skills and her book in aiding foreign medical graduates coming to Canada for additional specialized training. Her compassion, genuine interest and skill in aiding her clients to be the best they can be is admirable. I highly recommend Lisa!!”
“I cannot speak highly enough about how great Lisa and the ACE™ modification program were. Lisa customized the program according to my needs, which combined several one-on-one, in-person meetings in Calgary at my workplace – it cannot get any more convenient than that. My results were noticed by many co-workers as well as extended family. They all complimented me on how much clearer I sounded. This training exceeded my expectations and I would definitely recommend it to anyone who is serious about improving their communication skills and further their career.”
Corporate clients include:
Accent Modification Training Online – Accent on Clear English™ (ACE) eCourse
ACE™ Training Online
Accent on Clear English™ (ACE) eCourse
Why ACE™ Training Online?
IT’S EFFECTIVE
ACE™ Pronunciation Training is a proven to help you reduce your accent. Each of the 14 comprehensive training modules includes high impact pronunciation goals and strategies. These modules were created by Lisa Bjerke, a speech language pathologist with 30 years of experience in accent modification. Practice the module content and notice a significant decrease in degree of perceived accent.
IT’S CONVENIENT
The ACE™ Training Modules can be worked on at your convenience and at your own pace. Membership includes life time access to the module content. . You no longer need to schedule training sessions for specific days and times. Practice whenever and wherever suits you best.
IT’S AFFORDABLE
We know that direct training with a speech language pathologist isn’t available to everyone. The fee for ACE™ Online Training is significantly lower than for individual direct training. Whether you’re looking for a promotion at work or simply want to be clearly understood, acetraining.online is an affordable resource for personal and professional development.
It’s One of a Kind
ACE™ Training Online is the only comprehensive accent reduction program designed for Canadian English. Whether you’re living in Canada or plan to move to Canada- you can get a jumpstart on speaking English more clearly.
Improved pronunciation skills result in:
- Increased productivity
- Effective and efficient teamwork
- Mutual respect and understanding
- Increased confidence
- Improved levels of customer/client satisfaction
- Fewer misunderstandings or conflicts
- Advancement in the workplace
- Employee retention
Effective Communication in the Canadian Workplace™
Effective Communication in the Canadian Workplace™
(ECCW) Training Program™
Effective Communication Results in:
- Increased productivity
- Effective and efficient teamwork
- Mutual respect and understanding
- Increased confidence
- Improved levels of customer/client satisfaction
- Fewer misunderstandings or conflicts
- Advancement in the workplace
- Employee retention
The ECCW Program™ runs for 12 weeks (one weekly two hour session). Training is facilitated on-site in the workplace for added convenience. Participants will acquire a good understanding of how to communicate effectively in the Canadian workplace. Their listening skills will improve along with the ability to verbalize more clearly. Participants will also have the knowledge and tools to continue improving their communication skills once the ECCW Program™ is complete. The ECCW Program™ is available for individuals and groups.
All training is provided by a registered speech-language pathologist
Funding may be accessed through the Canada Alberta Job Grant. Employers apply for this funding and it can cover up to 2/3 of the training cost.
Please contact info@optimacomm.com for more information. Grant information and downloadable application forms are available here.
As an international medical graduate, I learned a great deal from Lisa. She is an excellent mentor and coach. My accent improved in a short period of time and I know what to keep practicing to continue improving. I also benefited greatly from training regarding Canadian culture and how to communicate successfully. These skills will assist me in my practice as a physician.
Dr. Nadia Azam
Empowered Communication
Empowered Communication Training Program™
EC Training Program™
Empowered Communication Results in:
- Increased productivity
- Effective and efficient teamwork
- Mutual trust and respect
- Increased confidence
- Increased emotional intelligence
- Improved levels of customer/client satisfaction
- Fewer misunderstandings or conflicts
- Effective management of difficult conversations
- Conflict resolution
- Advancement in the workplace
- Increased employee retention
The EC Training Program™ is 12 weeks in duration with one weekly session (2 hours). Participants will gain a good understanding of how to listen and speak effectively. They will also have the knowledge to continue enhancing their communication skills once the program is complete. The EC Training Program™ is appropriate for all employees and managers who want to empower their communication skills
Customized Programs
Customized Programs
Customized Communication Coaching
Improve your communication skills with coaching. Coaching is customized to meet the specific needs of each individual or group. Improve aspects of communication that are important to you, including presentation skills.
Contact info@optimacomm.com for a free corporate consultation.
Customized Recordings
of Workplace Terminology
Optima Communications can provide you with custom recordings, so you can practice your English listening and speaking skills as times and places that suit you best. Communicate clearly and effectively in person and on the phone. Learn to accurately pronounce terminology and phrases needed in your profession. Improve your pronunciation of English sounds and stress and intonation patterns as you practice with these custom recordings.
Contact info@optimacomm.com for more information.