English as a Second Language Certificates
Certificates of Accomplishment
High-Beginning |Intermediate | High-Intermediate | Advanced | Pronunciation
Certificate of Completion (Noncredit)
Certificates of Competency (Noncredit / Tuition Free)
Beginning |High Beginning|Intermediate | Pronunciation
Certificate of Accomplishment: High-Beginning ESL 17 Units
In this program, students will practice a variety of language skills in English at the high-beginning level. Students work on developing grammar, listening, speaking, reading and writing skills.
A Certificate of Accomplishment may be earned by completing the following courses. Students must complete all courses for the certificate with a grade of C or higher.
Courses required for the certificate:
- 4 units ESL-123 Listening/Speaking I
- 4 units ESL-143 English Fluency and Vocabulary I
- 4 units ESL-163 Grammar I
- 5 units ESL-183 Writing I
Certificate of Accomplishment: Intermediate ESL 17 Units
In this program, students will practice a variety of language skills in English at the intermediate level. Students work on developing grammar, listening, speaking, reading and writing skills.
A Certificate of Accomplishment may be earned by completing the following courses. Students must complete all courses for the certificate with a grade of C or higher.
Courses required for the certificate:
- 4 units ESL-126 Listening/Speaking II
- 4 units ESL-146 English Fluency and Vocabulary II
- 4 units ESL-166 Grammar II
- 5 units ESL-186 Writing II
Certificate of Accomplishment: High-Intermediate ESL 17 Units
In this program, students will practice a variety of language skills in English at the high-intermediate level. Students work on developing grammar, listening, speaking, reading and writing skills.
A Certificate of Accomplishment may be earned by completing the following courses. Students must complete all courses for the certificate with a grade of C or higher.
Courses required for the certificate:
- 4 units ESL-129 Listening/Speaking III
- 4 units ESL-149 Academic and Professional ESL III
- 4 units ESL-169 Grammar III
- 5 units ESL-189 Writing III
Certificate of Accomplishment: Advanced ESL 17 Units
In this program, students will practice a variety of language skills in English at the advanced level. Students work on developing grammar, listening, speaking, reading and writing skills.
A Certificate of Accomplishment may be earned by completing the following courses. Students must complete all courses for the certificate with a grade of C or higher.
Courses required for the certificate:
- 4 units ESL-132 Oral Communication for Advanced ESL Students
- 4 units ESL-152 Academic and Professional ESL IV
- 4 units ESL-172 Grammar IV
Or: ESL-178 Grammar V
- 5 units ESL-192 Introduction to Essay Writing
Or: ESL-195 Reading and Composition for Advanced ESL Students
Certificate of Accomplishment: ESL Pronunciation 4 Units
In this program, students will practice pronunciation patterns in the English language to improve their oral communication skills. This Certificate of Accomplishment may be earned by completing the following courses. Students must complete all courses for the certificate with a grade of P.
Courses required for the certificate:
- 2 units ESL-135A Pronunciation A
- 2 units ESL-135B Pronunciation B
Non-credit Certificates:
Certificate of Competency: Beginning ESL 162 Noncredit Hours
In this program, students will practice English for everyday life. Students work on developing basic grammar, listening, speaking, reading and writing skills.
Courses required for the certificate:
- 108 noncredit hours ESL-850N Beginning ESL
- 54 noncredit hours ESL-851N Reading and Vocabulary for Beginners
Certificate of Competency: High-Beginning ESL 306 Noncredit Hours
In this program, students will practice a variety of language skills in English at the high-beginning level. Students work on developing grammar, listening, speaking, reading and writing skills.
Courses required for the certificate:
- 72 noncredit hours ESL-823N Listening/Speaking I
- 72 noncredit hours ESL-843N English Fluency and Vocabulary I
- 72 noncredit hours ESL-863N Grammar I
- 90 noncredit hours ESL-883N Writing I
Certificate of Competency: Intermediate ESL 306 Noncredit Hours
In this program, students will practice a variety of language skills in English at the intermediate level. Students work on developing grammar, listening, speaking, reading and writing skills.
Courses required for the certificate:
- 72 noncredit hours ESL-826N Listening/Speaking II
- 72 noncredit hours ESL-846N English Fluency and Vocabulary II
- 72 noncredit hours ESL-866N Grammar II
- 90 noncredit hours ESL-886N Writing II
Certificate of Completion: High-Intermediate ESL 306 Noncredit Hours
In this program, students will practice a variety of language skills in English at the high-intermediate level. Students work on developing grammar, listening, speaking, reading and writing skills.
Courses required for the certificate:
- 72 noncredit hours ESL-829N Listening/Speaking III
- 72 noncredit hours ESL-849N Academic and Professional ESL III
- 72 noncredit hours ESL-869N Grammar III
- 90 noncredit hours ESL-889N Writing III
Certificate of Competency: ESL Pronunciation 72 Noncredit Hours
In this program, students will practice pronunciation patterns in the English language to improve their oral communication skills.
Courses required for the certificate:
- 36 noncredit hours ESL-835AN Pronunciation A
- 36 noncredit hours ESL-835BN Pronunciation B