PROGRAM INFORMATION
- FREE classes for English language learners
- Levels from beginning to advanced offered during the day and evening
- Online and on-campus classes available
- Classes are noncredit (0 units) and can be repeated
- Practice and improve speaking, listening, reading, writing, pronunciation and grammar skills
- Develop and improve college and career readiness skills
STEPS TO ENROLL
- Step 1: Complete admission application
- Step 2: Take optional assessment test to determine placement level for ELL classes
- Step 3: View OCC Online Noncredit Orientation for important information
- Step 4: Register for classes - Step by Step Instructions
| Multi-Skills: Listening, Speaking, Reading, Writing | Grammar - All Levels |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation - All Levels | ELL for Parents with Elementary School Children |
| English Skills for Career Preparation | English Skills for Career Advancement |
| Citizenship Preparation | Speaking about Fiction & Non-fiction |
| Listening & Speaking - Transition to College | Reading & Writing - Transition to College |
SPRING/INTERSESSION 2025 CLASS SCHEDULE
Visit the Class Schedule and choose "SPRING/INTERSESSION 2025" as the term and "ELL English Language Learning" as the subject to view a full list of classes.
LEVEL PLACEMENT
New students are encouraged to take the assessment test to determine which classes are best for their current skill level. Please contact the Adult Education Office for placement questions or to take the online assessment.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- ELL classes are open to anyone in the community 18 years or older.*
- ELL classes are noncredit (0 units) and are not applicable towards an associate's degree.
- Classes are tuition-free, but some classes require a textbook. Students are responsible for purchasing a textbook, if required.
*ELL classes are not intended for international students.
CREDIT ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE (ESL)
Students who would like to earn college credit while learning English should visit the ESL Webpage for more information about the credit program.
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