This is a noncredit certificate program in English as a Second Language designed to prepare beginning-level students for entry-level employment, career training courses, and further academic study. The certificate program includes courses that focus on speaking and listening skills; grammar, reading and writing skills; pronunciation skills; and digital literacy skills.

Program Level Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program students will be able to:

1. Communicate basic personal information in spoken English following conventions of grammar and pronunciation.
2. Ask basic questions in English following conventions of pronunciation and grammar.
3. Complete a basic paper and pencil or online application form in English following conventions of spelling, grammar, and mechanics.

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.

Course List Hours

Course	Title	Hours
Required Core
Complete the following:
ESL C020N	Integrated English Skills 1A	48-144
or ESL C022N	Reading, Writing, and Grammar 1B
ESL C023N	Speaking and Listening 1B	72
Subtotal		120-216
Optional Course:
Complete this course for improved beginning-level pronunciation and communication skillsComplete this course to gain or improve digital literacy skills:
ESL C025N	Pronunciation Skills - Beginning	36
Optional Course:
Complete this course to gain or improve digital literacy skills:
ESL C016N	Basic Computer Terminology and Skills	18
Total Hours		120-270