Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP) Canada 2016

16. - Aboriginal and foreign languages, literatures and linguistics

This series comprises instructional programs that focus on Aboriginal and foreign languages and literatures, the humanistic and scientific study of linguistics, and the provision of professional interpretation and translation services.

16.17 - Second language learning^CAN

This subseries comprises instructional program classes 16.1701 to 16.1799.

16.1702 - French as a second language

This instructional program class comprises any program that focuses on the development of proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking French for those for whom French is not their mother tongue. These programs include courses in the use of basic communication skills to develop and transmit ideas and thoughts in French as well as specialized programs that focus on the development of proficiency in French sufficient to meet specific occupational or academic demands. Note: These programs are for academic credit towards a postsecondary credential. For second language programs that are not for academic credit towards a postsecondary credential, see 32.0109.

• Illustrative example(s)

  • French as a second language
  • FSL

  All examples

• Exclusion(s)

  • bilingual and multilingual education(13.0201)
  • French as a second language (not for credit)(32.0109)
  • French teacher(13.1325)
  • teaching French as a second language(13.1402)