Dentistry English Classes in Atlanta for Brazilians

The Dentistry English for Brazilians course was created in 2011 soon after The English Island was established. It is specifically designed to focus on the unique needs of Brazilian Dentistry professionals and has helped many propel their careers, including a number of well-known dentists from Brazil.

The course aims to improve fluency and confidence in English and covers dentistry vocabulary, pronunciation of dental terms, and public speaking along with common grammar and pronunciation mistakes typically made by Portuguese speakers. This intensive course can be taken in group classes or private classes, in-person or online. A more detailed explanation of this one-of-a-kind course is written below in Portuguese.

Curriculum

VISA PROGRAM (72 hours) 18 hours per week (Required)

8 hours of Grammar and Common Mistakes (2 hours, M-Th)

4 hours of Pronunciation (2 hours T and Th)

4 hours of Public Speaking/Presentations (2 hours M and W)

2 hours per week of Presentation Practical Lab

NON-VISA PROGRAM (64 hours) 16 hours per week (Required)

8 hours of Grammar and Common Mistakes

4 hours of Pronunciation

4 hours of Public Speaking/Presentations

Please note that the days of the week for the specific courses may vary based on scheduling considerations but that the number of hours remains consistent.

Placement and Program Tracks

Once you have applied and been accepted, the School Director will call you to do a placement interview. The interview combined with your Ventures placement test or submitted scores will determine whether you will be placed into track 1 of our program (for B1 students) or track 2 (for B2 or higher.)

Dental Program Can-Do Statements

By the end of Track 1, the student will be able to

• Give a prepared straightforward presentation on a familiar topic within his/her field which is clear enough to be followed without difficulty most of the time
• Explain the main points and basic details of an oral presentation with reasonable precision and clarity
• Respond to basic follow up questions after a presentation even though repetition may be needed in some cases
• Organize a straightforward presentation for logical flow using appropriate B1-level transitions
• Employ simple strategies to ensure a presentation is appropriate for its audience
• Demonstrate improved pronunciation of Portuguese specific pronunciation errors
• Demonstrate a limited ability to identify focus words and divide words into thought groups
• Use with reasonable accuracy a repertoire of B1-level grammar patterns commonly misused by Portuguese speakers

By the end of Track 2, the student will be able to

• Give a clear, prepared presentation, giving reasons in support for or against a particular point of view and giving the advantages and disadvantages of various options.
• Explain the main points and complete details of a presentation with precision and clarity
• Respond to a variety of follow up questions after a presentation
• Demonstrate the ability to vary organization, style, and content of a presentation based on the needs of the audience
• Use new and varied combinations and B2-level expressions to clarify or emphasize meaning in a presentation
• Demonstrate improved pronunciation of basic and more advanced Portuguese-specific errors
• Demonstrate the ability to identify focus words and divide words into thought groups
• Show a relatively high degree of grammatical control of A1-B2-level grammar patterns commonly misused by Portuguese speakers

Application Process

When F-1 visa students apply for the Dental English program, they must submit an application package. No application fee is required for this program. The application must include an online application, copy of high school diploma or other higher education, our online placement test or copies of score reports from TOEIC, IELTS, or TOEFL, copy of the student’s passport, and proof of financial support (copies of bank statements of the applicant.) Students who are being sponsored should provide the bank statements or payroll statements of the sponsor along with a signed statement verifying that the specific individual agrees to sponsor the student. Students who plan on bringing dependents must provide proof of relationship in the form of a marriage certificate and birth certificates for any children. The material will be reviewed and the student will receive a letter of acceptance or denial within 2 weeks of our receipt of a completed application package.

Housing

Our program does not provide housing. We can provide you with some suggestions of places to look upon request. Please note that you should find a place that is 45 minutes away from the school or less.

Program Activities

Atlanta is a vibrant place with lots of things to do. As students of the English Island, you are welcome to attend any of the events held by the Student Activities Coordinator throughout the month. Please check the schedule for details.

Intensive English Immersion Course for Brazilian Dentistry Professionals

We have had many Brazilian Dentists over the years that have all needed to improve the same issues in their English.  Therefore, we designed a course specifically for Dentistry professionals from Brazil to improve in the weak areas we always see.  There is a strong focus on the areas where Brazilians typically make the most mistakes: vocabulary, pronunciation, grammar, and public speaking.

Much of the vocabulary we focus on is outside of Dentistry since most Dentistry professionals already know this esoteric vocabulary.  We focus on more general, communicative vocabulary used in professional settings, words and phrases commonly used in public speaking, and also focus on very common idioms.

We then look at the pronunciation of both Dentistry-related vocabulary and the communicative vocabulary.  For example, most Portuguese speakers have a very tough time with "th" pronunciation since this sound does not exist in Portuguese.  We show students how to correctly create this sound in English to improve communicative ability so that people understand them more.  With very important words like "tooth" and "teeth", it is essential that Dentists have proper "th" pronunciation, as well as several other sounds that are difficult for Portuguese speakers in English.

We also focus on common grammar mistakes and teach students how to recognize and improve the things they are doing wrong.  Our approach is actually similar to Dentistry- we diagnose what is wrong and then map out a plan to fix those issues. As with pronunciation, most Portuguese speakers make the same grammar mistakes in English, so we have a course for grammar that focuses on those specific issues.

In addition to the areas above, we also look at public speaking.  All of our Dentistry professionals have needed to prepare for presentations, speeches, and greeting and taking care of their patients.  We teach them the best approach for public speaking, the things to avoid, and also more common issues Portuguese speakers have in English.

This 4-week course is very intensive and provides Portuguese speakers the skills and confidence they need to improve their level of Dentistry professionalism in English.

Please reach out to us for more information or take a look at our FAQs below. We are happy to help you to improve your English and your confidence and look forward to speaking with you soon.

Dentistry FAQ’s

Q: When is the course?

A: Our intensive group courses are for 4 weeks in July and/or September each year. However, you can have private classes any time of the year in person or online. Please contact us for more information.

Q: For how long?

A:  Group courses are for 4 weeks, and private courses can be customized to fit your needs.

Q: Can I stay only for 15 days?

A: You can study for 15 days, but in private classes only. The group course must be 4 weeks long.

Q: July or September only, or are the courses available other times?

A: You can have classes at other times as well, but private classes only. Group classes are only in July and September.

Q: How much does it cost?

A: The group course is $4,499  (including application fee and books). Please contact us for private class options.

Q: How many students are in the group?

A: Classes are small, usually 4-12 students.

Q: What is the level of the group course?

A: Intermediate/High intermediate

Q: What kind of visa do I need?

A: A tourist visa is fine.

Q: What does the course cover?

A: 8 hours of Grammar and Common Portuguese Speaker Mistakes (2 hours, M-Th)

4 hours of Pronunciation (2 hours T and Th)

4 hours of Public Speaking/Presentations (2 hours M and W)

2 hours per week of Presentation Practical Lab

Q: Can I continue with online classes after the group class?

A: Yes! This is very common. We offer different packages for classes online. Please contact us for more details.

Q: Do I get a certificate?

A: Yes, you will get a certificate of completion at the end of the group course.

Q: Will the course help me with my presentations in English?

A: Of course! You will feel more confident in your presentation and be able to properly express your ideas with fewer mistakes once you finish the course.

Q: Can I take the course more than once?

A: Yes. We have low-intermediate and high-intermediate levels. If you start in the lower level, you can take the high intermediate level later. You are only allowed to take 2 group courses.

Q: Can I take private classes instead of the group course?

A: Yes, you can. Just contact us for more information on the different packages.

Q: Can I get a discount if I refer a friend of colleague?

A: Yes! If you refer a friend, we will give you a 10% discount. Please speak with us for multiple referrals.

Q: Are books included in the cost of the course?

A: Yes, the books are included in the cost of the group course.

Q: Are all the teachers American?

A: Yes! They are native speakers of English and have many years teaching English and also working with dentists.

Q: What are the methods of payment for the course?

A: You can pay by wire transfer, credit or debit card, Zelle, Venmo and cash (if you are visiting Atlanta and want to pay for the course in advance).

Q: Where can I stay while studying?

A: You can stay at the hotel near the school where you can walk to school and do not need a car (please contact us for more information) and homestays where you can stay with an American family.

Q: Can I visit other places while studying?

A: Yes! Atlanta is big and full of attractions that you can go visit over the weekends. Please contact the school for more information. We have a list of common destinations and attractions.

Q: Does the school provide food (breakfast or lunch)?

A: No, the school provides coffee and tea. You will need to bring lunch from home or eat at the restaurants nearby. Our school has 2 kitchens areas with a refrigerator, several microwaves, and coffee makers for your convenience. Homestay has packages that include breakfast and other meal options.

Q: Do you offer programs for kids? I want to bring my kids.

A: We do not offer programs for kids. However, we may be able to assist in finding off-campus activities or other programs for kids in the local community.