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Embassy Agent Manual Los Angeles Study Centre

Key Los Angeles Centre Staff

Centre Director Francesca Andrews

Academic Manager Grace NozanStudent Services Crystal Martinez


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Address

Embassy Los Angeles Study CentreOne World Trade Center, Suite 200Long Beach, CA 90831

For information and bookings

T: +1 857 362 8980

F: +1 857 362 7336www.partners.studygroup.com

Emergency telephone number

T: +1 610 906 3462 from outside the USA

T: +1 888 881 5415 from inside the USA


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LA Long Beach

Embassy Los Angeles Study Centre


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The City

Los Angeles is the biggest city in California, the worlds 6th largest economy, and is one of the premierdestinations for students and visitors to the USA. It is a sparkling city home to the entertainment and filmindustry, as well as home world famous theme parks and sporting teams.

The Los Angeles study centre is situated in the thriving city of Long Beach. It is only a 40-minute trip fromthe heart of Los Angeles and 30 minutes from Orange County, home of the Disney Theme Parks. Very closeby are miles and miles of sandy beaches, perfect for swimming, surfing, sunbathing, or just lounging around.

Population

Approximately 3,800,000.

Climate

Hottest month and its temperature: August 30CColdest month and its temperature: January 9C

Major local events

Congressional Cup: One of the oldest and most prestigious Match Racing Events in the world held in Marchand hosted by the Long Beach Yacht Club.

Toyota Grand Prix: Every April the streets in Long Beach are converted into a racing track.

Long Beach Downtown Farmers Market: Held every Friday from 10am to 4pm, located at City PlaceCenter, Promenade N. and E. 4th Street. A great selection of local produce as well as international cuisine.

Seal Beach Surfing Championship: Every January enjoy the thrill of a real American sport.


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Travel Directions

Transfer

A private driver will meet individual students arriving on their own if a transfer has been booked. If atransfer has not been booked, a local taxi may be used. We recommend using our private transfer service.Average journey time to student residences and host families from the Los Angeles Airport is 45-55 minutes.

Public Transport

Despite being renowned internationally for being a freeway city the LA Metro system has trains, light rail,subways, and a growing network of buses offering a reliable and inexpensive way to get to and from theairports as well as around the LA area. www.metro.net

The nearest metro station to eth study centre is Transit Mall which is on the Blue Line of the Metro.

DASH - a fleet of shuttle buses provide inexpensive public transportation in several communities, includingDowntown LA, Hollywood, the Westside, Venice and the Valleys.


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Facilities

The centre is located on the second floor of the World Trade Center in Long Beach where there is a spaciousoutside courtyard and rooftop terrace. A cafeteria, coffee shop, stationery shop and a post office are some ofthe shops located within the World Trade Center. Access to the centre is via the courtyard where there arestairs to the second floor. The centre is only 2 blocks from the Blue Line Metro train station at the TransitMall as well as buses.

Computer centre12 modern classrooms with interactive whiteboardsStudent lounge areaWireless and internet e-mail access

Surrounding area information

Supermarket 15 minute walkMovie Theatre 15 minute walkPost Office 1 minute walkGym 5 minute walkBank 1 minute walkPublic Transport 1 minute walkRestaurants 10 minute walk


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Courses

CertificateofEnglishThis general English course covers all the main skills and language areas, with a focus on fluency andeffective communication.Number of lessons available: Standard 20 and Intensive 28.Class size: 15Start dates: Every Monday

Travel and Culture ProgrammeSpend your vacation improving your English and travelling the USA. Available only on a tourist visa or under

the visa waiver schemeNumber of lessons available: 16 per week.Class size: 15Start dates: Every Monday

ExampreparationStructured courses with teachers experienced in studying for and achieving success in internationallyrecognised examinations.TOEFL PreparationNumber of lessons available: Exam 8. (Students must study an Intensive 28 course but only 8 lessons areexam preparation).Class size: 15Start dates: Every Monday

LanguageYearAbroadThe perfect solution for students looking to gain fluency during a gap year of study abroad. This course is the

most cost-effective way to build your language skills.Number of lessons available: Standard 20, Intensive 28Class size: 16Start dates: 4 terms per annum, each term is 11 weeks2012: Jan 3, Apr 2, Jun 25, Sept 24

Diploma for University Entrance

For students intending to pursue university and further education courses. Successful completionguarantees entry into one of our university partners provided student is academically qualifiedNumber of lessons available: Intensive 28Class size: 16

Start dates: 4 terms per annum, each term is 10 weeks, except the September term which is 122012: Jan 3, Apr 2, Jun 25, Sept 24

BusinessEnglishinActionGain valuable language skills in a native English-speaking environment.Study on an Intensive 28 course for a minimum of 4 weeks and you will be placed in an Americanorganisation for 4 to 8 weeks where you can interact with native speakers. A student visa is required for thisopportunity and the placement will take place during the 8 week period you are allowed to remain in thecountry after the completion of your course.

One-to-one lessons: 5 or 10 lessons per week. Can be arranged upon arrival.

Levels

Pre-intermediate to Advanced


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Placement Test

On first day students will sit a placement test to determine their level. Classes do not normally commenceuntil day 2.

Timetables

Day 1 consists of placement test and orientation when students learn more information about their course,the city, accommodation and activities.

Classes usually start on day 2. Students may find that they are joining a class which already exists. This isperfectly normal and is because students arrive on different dates and stay for different lengths of time. Theimportant thing is that each week is a separate teaching unit and students will be placed in the class which ismost appropriate for their level of English. Teachers will help integrate new students into the group.

At peak times students might study in the afternoon instead of the morning. While every attempt will bemade to accommodate any specific requests it might not be possible during these times to guarantee eithermorning or afternoon only.


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Homestay Accommodation

All Embassy homestays are required to meet the criteria laid out in our published HomestayGuidelines and are inspected regularly by our accommodation staff. The most important thing forstudents and parents to know is that by choosing homestay, a student will be sharing someones homeand the hospitality of the family. As modern life has developed over the last decade, homestays maybe different from the traditional family structure to which some students may be accustomed in their owncountries. The key point is that whether the homestay is composed of a single person or a traditionalfamily, all have a proven track record of receiving, caring for and enjoying hosting international

students.

Bedrooms Standard sized bed with bedside table lamp. Sheet and pillowcases are provided and changed each

week. Towels also provided (but not for swimming) Adequately sized wardrobe and drawer space for each students clothing and possessions Table or desk and chair for private study (or access to a study area) for long stay students

Laundry A reasonable amount of laundry included in the household wash once a week

Telephone Students are asked to use prepaid phone cards to make calls. These can be purchased from student

services or most convenience stores. Students should try to ensure any calls for them are received

after 8am (9am weekends) and before 9pm

Keys Students are normally provided with door keys. If not, alternative arrangements for access are madewith the student

Meals

Options to have room only, half board and full board Evening meal normally served from 18.00

Students sharing No speakers of the same native language in the same homestay, except by request. There are

normally no more than 3 students per house.

Distance from schoolThe majority of our homestay are within 60 minutes journey by public transport.

Type of houseThe residential areas around Embassy Long Beach are full of modern style houses some from the 50s and60s, and some within the past year. Almost all have small gardens with trees and some have swimmingpools.

Guest Room with breakfastLos Angeles is a very busy and modern city. We have relationships with some Los Angeles locals who do nothave time to formally host a student, but who wish to offer a room to a student. In this case, the intent isnot a host family style arrangement where a family takes a student into their home and cooks and socializeswith the student often, as a guest in a new country. This option provides a more casual relationship which is

very similar to a roommate relationship. Dinner is not provided, though this option offers a more affordableplan. More independent students who prefer to make their own friends and explore by themselves, findthis option very attractive indeed.


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Residential Accommodation Oakwood Apartment

For students who enjoy their independence our residence is a very popular option. The residence consists ofa shared bedroom (two single beds) in a two bedroom self-catering apartment on a complex situated in SealBeach, a direct 30-40 minute bus ride away from our centre. The residence is only two blocks from thebeach but also has a swimming pool, tennis courts and state of the art work-out gym. Light continentalbreakfast is included Monday to Friday and brunch provided on Sundays. No breakfast on Saturdays.

General characteristics and facilitiesEach student has internet and cable TV access in comfortable loungeLinen and towels providedPrivate bathrooms in each twin roomAccess to laundry facilitiesKitchen in every apartment with an oven, fridge, microwave and is fully equipped with utensils and cutleryThere is a large dining table and a computer table for students to use for studyLarge closet in each twin room for storage and luggage24 hour security on sitePublic payphones on site for use with prepaid phone cardsSwimming poolTennis courts

Meals: Light continental breakfast is served every Monday to Friday and on Sundays a brunch is served. (No

Saturday breakfast.) There are BBQ grills outside for public use.

Cleaning and laundryThe apartments are cleaned every two weeks but all cleaning materials and equipment are in the apartmentfor student use.Laundromats are available using a prepay card available at the reception. There is also a dry cleaner on thecomplex


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Student Services

All centres have dedicated student support staff, who can provide assistance with the following:

Travel details around USA or on departure Opening a bank account in USA Local services and leisure activities

Medical and related services Visas and immigration regulations Police registration Accommodation matters Transferring money Insurance information Counselling and help for individual and personal problems Entering for an international examination Postal information Emergency contact


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Sample weekly activity programme

Monday Walking tour of Long Beach new students

Tuesday Aquarium of the Pacific

Wed Harbour Sightseeing Cruise

Thurs Beach volley ball Belmont Shore

Fri Visit the historic Queen MaryWeekend trip Las Vegas and Grand Canyon

Leisure activitiesHarbour tour - 45 minutes $12Whale watching cruises $25-30Graumanns Chinese Theatre $5 day pass on MetroClubs $10 to $30 (aged over 21 only)Bowling From $10 including shoe hireLA Dodgers baseball From $30

Swimming $4Museum/Art Galleries Free to $10/$20

Rodeo Drive, Sunset Boulevard $5 day pass on Metro

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