English as a Second Language
ESL Certificates
Why earn a certificate?A certificate shows that you have demonstrated a certain level of English ability. By earning a certificate, you can improve your academic skills and employability.
Certificates are recognized by the California Community Colleges Chancellor's Office.
CERTIFICATES FOR LEVEL COURSES
Take These Courses* |
Pass This Class |
Earn This Certificate |
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Foundations |
Pre-Level 1 |
ESL - Literacy Level |
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Level 1 |
Level 2 |
ESL - Beginning Level |
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Level 3 |
Level 4 |
ESL - Intermediate Level |
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Level 5 |
Level 6 |
ESL - Advanced Level |
*Students do not need to take courses below their initial placement level.
CERTIFICATES FOR ORAL COMMUNICATION
Pass These Courses |
Earn This Certificate |
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Pronunciation Pre-1 & Speaking Pre-1 |
Oral Communication - Literacy Level |
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Pronunciation A & Speaking A |
Oral Communication - Beginning Level |
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Pronunciation B & Speaking B |
Oral Communication - Intermediate Level |
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Pronunciation C & Speaking C |
Oral Communication - Advanced Level |
CERTIFICATES FOR WRITTEN COMMUNICATION
Pass These Courses |
Earn This Certificate |
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Reading Pre-1 & Writing Pre-1 |
Written Communication - Literacy Level |
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Reading A & Writing A |
Written Communication - Beginning Level |
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Reading B & Writing B |
Written Communication - Intermediate Level |
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Reading C & Writing C |
Written Communication - Advanced Level |
CERTIFICATE FOR VESL** (Vocational ESL)
Pass These Courses* |
Earn This Certificate |
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VESL Speaking |
VESL Career Paths |
**Students who pass Level 5 are eligible to take VESL classes.
