Language School
The ILAC Language School offers a range of language programs for aviation, transport, and tourism professionals. These include the Diploma in English for Civil Aviation—a university-level technical program—the ICAO Operational English Program, and ICAO operational level proficiency testing for licensed aviation personnel. We also provide language labs and additional learning resources through our Language Training Center.
We are proud to introduce the first General English Teaching Program focused on Aviation, Transport, and Tourism (English Competency Program – PCI) in Latin America and globally.
Our research department has identified that the primary cause of English language gaps among Spanish speakers is inadequate English instruction during their formative school years.
Our research shows that adult learners often experience significant frustration, and that past difficulties in learning English typically stem from ineffective teaching methods, poorly guided tool usage, and a lack of competency-based instruction.
English Competency Program (PCI)
General English Training with a Focus on Aviation, Transport & Tourism
ILAC Language School
Safe Communication
in Aviation & Transportation
PROPOSAL
We are a team of English language teaching professionals with extensive experience designing aviation-focused training programs.
The ILAC Language School’s mission is to develop personal and professional English communication skills tailored to aviation, transportation, and tourism.
We deliver comprehensive training aligned with international standards—including the CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages) and ICAO—combining innovative teaching methods, educational technology, and a student-centered approach.Our goal is to develop confident communicators ready for high-stakes, high-precision environments—supported by rigorous academic standards and ongoing student guidance throughout the program.
GENERAL OBJECTIVE
To develop English communication skills for individuals working—or looking to work—in tourism, transportation, and aviation, with a particular focus on technical and operational personnel, enabling them to achieve functional proficiency in both general and aviation English, in line with CEFR and ICAO standards.
The program promotes effective, safe, and precise communication across operational, administrative, and academic settings in aviation, transportation, and tourism.
SCOPE
The PCI program is designed for technicians and professionals in transportation, particularly air traffic controllers, pilots, cabin crew, technical staff, engineers, and administrative and operational personnel in aviation and tourism—as well as students and industry-linked professionals who need to certify their English proficiency for work or academic purposes.
The program combines general English, aviation English, and transportation & tourism English with soft skills training—integrating communication, listening, reading, speaking, writing, critical thinking, and collaborative activities.
Adult learners facing operational challenges benefit from first building general language skills tailored to their professional profiles, since gaps in foundational knowledge can lead to frustration and hinder—or even block—career advancement.
In other words, the program builds from solid foundations, with a competency-based approach specifically oriented to the learners’ needs.
CAMBRIDGE CERTIFICATIONS
Beyond operational certifications, this competency-based program gives students the opportunity to earn University of Cambridge certifications as part of their personal and professional development.
The program is also offered in partnership with the University of Buenos Aires, with access to its language laboratories.
EQUIVALENCIES & CREDITS
The dedication and rigor applied to foundational training enable students to progressively build toward different operational technical certifications, developing solid, stackable knowledge over time.
Duration and course load of the program
TOTAL DURATION
6 academic years
(10 months each)
The English Competency Program (PCI) is developed progressively across 6 levels, supporting the student’s advancement from beginner to advanced level, combining synchronous and asynchronous learning activities.
Virtual modality:
Synchronous activities: live classes via video conference.
Asynchronous activities: self-paced learning on our ILAC Campus.
Frecuency:
1 intensive class per week
Class duration:
3 hours
Asynchronous work:
24 total hours per level (distributed throughout the academic year)
24 total hours per level (distributed throughout the academic year)
MATERIALS & PROGRAM-ORIENTED LABORATORY
In addition to the general teaching bibliography, students will have access to specially edited and prepared materials tailored to the orientation of the program.
FULL PROGRAM
Duration: 6 years (60 months)Total synchronous hours: 720 h | Total asynchronous hours:: 144 h
Total program hours: 864 clock hours.
GENERAL INSTRUCTOR PROFILE
PCI instructors hold undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees in English language teaching, with extensive experience in adult education, professional and technical English, corporate training, and intercultural communication.
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