English as a Second Language Preparation for Careers, Certificate of Completion
3_NCQ_ESLPRP
Noncredit
This is a three-level certificate program in English as a Second Language, including basic English reading, writing, speaking, and listening, to prepare students for the language demands of entry-level career training and entry-level employment. After completing this certificate, students may go on to high-intermediate ESL classes leading to academic as well as career training programs.
Program Level Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Identify the main idea and supporting details of a level-appropriate reading selection.
- Write a grammatically-correct sentence identifying the main idea of a level-appropriate listening text.
- Respond to a question by writing a short, appropriate paragraph, using correct grammar and punctuation.
This award confirms that a student has completed a noncredit program that prepares students to progress in a career path or to take degree-applicable courses.
Students will complete all of the following:
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | ||
| Required Courses | ||
| ESL C011N | Sentence Structure 1 | 36-144 |
| ESL C012N | Reading and Writing 1 | 36-144 |
| ESL C013N | Listening and Conversation 1 | 36-180 |
| Semester 2 | ||
| Required Courses | ||
| ESL C022N | Reading, Writing, and Grammar 1B | 144 |
| ESL C023N | Speaking and Listening 1B | 72 |
| Semester 3 | ||
| Required Courses | ||
| ESL C032N | Reading, Writing, and Grammar 2A | 144 |
| ESL C033N | Speaking and Listening 2A | 72 |
| Total Hours | 540-900 | |