Based in Canterbury, UK, the IALC Secretariat:
- administers the quality assurance scheme
- identifies potential new member schools
- co- organises the annual meeting and workshop
- carries out the dynamic yearly plan
- answer agent enquiries about IALC
See: Agent Enquiries, Membership Enquiries, Student Enquiries, General Enquiries
The quality of IALC schools is assured by:
- a thorough and demanding application process
- initial inspection and regular re-inspection
- action on change of ownership
- continuous monitoring of standards
- an obligation to forward-plan for quality
- the IALC code of ethics
- a clearly defined complaints procedure
See: Quality Assurance, Code of
Ethics, Accommodation Code
IALC accredited language schools provide:
- Small-group language courses for different levels, ages and interests
- Individual attention to student needs
- Accommodation in homestays, residences, apartments and hotels
- Social and cultural activities
- Practical help and advice with languages studies and life outside the classroom
- Progress tests, certificates and examinations
- Assistance with insurance, visas, further studies, etc
See: School Info |
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The worldwide IALC network covers:
- Language study in nine key languages
- General language courses for all ages
- Specialised language training
- Customised courses
- Location-specific language programmes
- Language plus programmes
- All accommodation types
- Cultural and social activities
- A wide choice of destinations: small, large, seaside, city, country
See: School Search, Course Search
The IALC Workshop:
The IALC Workshop is the ideal environment for developing the personal relationships and trust that are crucial to lasting school-agent partnerships:
- meet owners and senior staff of leading independent language schools
- see a new destination each year
- network and socialise with fellow professionals
- find new schools and programmes
- consolidate existing partnerships
- learn more about the host country through add-on and fam tours
See: Workshop Introduction
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