Next Intensive Group Program

Gas is expensive and your time is limited, so we've changed the way we provide our programs.  Our group programs are now 'intensive'.  We work full days in small groups to help you learn and integrate the necessary changes into your communication skills.   

Our next Intensive Group Program  will meet in the Cascades area off route 7 West, about 20 minutes from Tysons Corner in Virginia.  Dates are  May 17, 18 and June14.  This program meets for three 6 1/2 hour days as a group.  Students also have 3 hours of private practice sessions with the instructor via web cams, telephone or Skype.

Many companies help employees cover some or all of the costs of these programs. Please request a brochure that you can take to your your supervisor or HR representative.  You or your company may contact me directly for additional information.

Registration is completed at the time of deposit or payment.  Companies may use purchase orders, Visa or Master Card.  A convenient payment plan is available for individuals.  Check Registration for information regarding the course outline.

These  group intensive programs are limited to six students to provide individual attention to each student's need.  

 Companies and other organizations may also request large on-site group programs at reduced fees. 

 TO REGISTER:   Call 703-757-5353

All programs use the PRISM materials. These materials include a workbook and CD.  The CD includes the audio lessons that are used for home practice, allowing you to practice the sounds and melodies of American English that you learned in class.

This process helps you to improve your listening and speaking skills. Soon, you will be able to monitor and correct your own errors as you speak!

All programs begin with an evaluation to determine which areas are difficult for you. The evaluation looks for patterns of errors with:

• Pronunciation of vowels and consonants

• syllable stress

• intonation patterns

• rate of speech

• melody

• ability to hear subtle differences in the sounds of American English

We have a variety of programs available to meet the needs of individuals and corporations:

  Intensive Group Programs

Most speakers progress well in a group program. Except for corporate programs, they are limited to six students. They are designed for individuals who:

• have average difficulty with American English 

• desire a less expensive, yet individualized program

We offer intensive group programs:  

These classes meet on a Saturday and Sunday of one weekend, and one other weekend day a month later.  The instructor maintains individual weekly follow up with each participant through telephone or internet contact. For those proficient with webcams, video follow-up is available.

 The intensive programs are available to corporations at any time, with either weekend or weekday classes.

Custom Corporate Programs

We offer our intensive programs to corporations who wish to aid employees with their communication skills.  In addition to accent modification programs, we also offer presentation skills program for non-native speakers of English.

Private Programs 

These programs are designed for individuals who:

-   need or desire more individual attention.

-   need fewer sessions due to a lighter than average accent and has one or two specific goals he/she  wishes to work on.  

In addition, presentation skills coaching can be done in private classes. Video taping is also available. Skills covered include: 

• organization of presentations

• clarity of thought

• clarity of speech

• timing

• body language

• speaking style

You may enroll in private classes at any time.  All private classes with Sharon Heffley are done via web cam, or you may enroll with one of her associates in the Metro area.  Classes with associates may be provided at your location or the associate's office.    

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