Language Services Direct
Joshua Kassanis is an experienced Arabic linguist and language specialist with a robust background in language education and consultancy. Currently serving as an Arabic Linguist for Language Services Direct under the FCDO contract since May 2022, Joshua has previously held positions such as Arabic Language Specialist and Assistant Director of Studies for the FCDO at Professional Language Solutions from June 2018 to June 2022. Joshua’s extensive experience also includes leading Arabic language instruction at Language Services Direct, providing coaching to high-profile clients at Elixir, and managing translation projects for a global provider. Educational qualifications include a Master of Arts in Eastern Christianity from the University of London and a Bachelor of Arts in Arabic Language and Literature from the same institution.
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Language Services Direct
Language Services Direct is a leading supplier of professional language training in the UK and globally. Forming part of the Language Services Group, we specialise in tailor-made business language courses for corporate and public-sector clients. We are committed to providing our clients with the highest quality training, delivered in the most cost-effective manner. We offer a highly personalised and flexible service, working in partnership with our learners and clients to adapt both the training itself and our course-management procedures to suit their learning and business requirements. We work with client companies in a wide range of sectors including finance, insurance, media, automotive, legal and energy sectors. Training can be provided at our clients’ premises, at one of our two central London locations or remotely. We run training programmes of all sizes including large-scale group programmes, and to meet additional requirements such as bespoke syllabus design and testing. Established in 1991, we work with highly qualified and experienced training consultants to deliver courses: • in all world languages • at all levels of ability • in a wide range of formats including one-to-one and group courses • with both extensive and intensive schedules • using various delivery modes: face-to-face, online, telephone and blended • targeting both language and business-communication skills • using a rich variety of relevant and engaging content and activities to maximise motivation and learning Our trainers are supported by a team of talented and experienced account managers, operations managers, and pedagogic leads, dedicated to ensuring the smooth running of our services, optimal learning outcomes and maximum return on investment for our clients. For further information about our services, please refer to our website - www.languageservicesdirect.co.uk - or contact us on +44 (0)207 821 0999 / info@languageservicesdirect.co.uk.