This program is designed to help English Language Learners develop the English skills necessary to for the U.S. citizenship interview. The courses focus on developing students' speaking skills and understanding of American culture, history, laws, government, and civic expectations.

Program Outcomes

Program Learning Outcomes

1. Students will show increased ability to apply English pronunciation rules, active listening techniques and knowledge of non-verbal cues in one-one-one conversations.
2. Students will demonstrate basic understanding of U.S. history, government, and geography..

Certificate of Competency

A certificate in a recognized career field articulated with degree-applicable coursework, completion of an associate degree, or transfer to a baccalaureate institution.

For more information regarding noncredit, please visit https://orangecoastcollege.edu/academics/adult-education/index.html

Course List Hours

Course	Title	Hours
Required Courses
ELL A020N	English Language Learning for U.S. Citizenship	36
and
ELL A028N	Speaking About U.S. Culture 1	36
or ELL A048N	Speaking About U.S. Culture 2
or ELL A049N	Speaking About U.S. Culture 3
Total Hours		72