ESL Class Schedule
Semesters and Intersessions
| Semester/Intersession | Dates |
|---|---|
| Summer Intersession 2021 | June 21, 2021 - August 8, 2021 |
| Fall Semester 2021 [Class Schedule] | August 23, 2021 - December 12, 2021 |
| Winter Intersession 2022 | January 3, 2022 - February 13, 2022 |
| Spring Semester 2022 | February 21, 2022 - June 12, 2022 |
| Summer Intersession 2022 | June 20, 2022 - July 31, 2022 |
FALL 2021 SCHEDULE OF CLASSES | August 23-December 12
Welcome back! Starting Fall 2021, we are returning to in-person classes on the Mt. SAC campus!
LEVEL CLASSES
In level classes, you will learn integrated English skills such as listening, speaking, reading, writing, grammar, idioms, and pronunciation. Learn about Level Classes...
8:00AM-11:30AM
In-person on Mt. SAC campus
Online class (Zoom)6:30PM-10:00PM
In-person on Mt. SAC campus
SKILL CLASSES
Speaking
Speaking classes focus on listening comprehension and speaking skills. Learn about Speaking classes...
11:40AM-1:30PM
In-person on Mt. SAC campus5:00PM-6:20PM
In-person on Mt. SAC campus10:40AM-1:10PM
In-person on Mt. SAC campus
Writing
Writing classes focus on reading and writing skills using a variety of reading materials and topics. Learn about Writing classes...
11:40AM-1:30PM
In-person on Mt. SAC campus5:00PM-6:20PM
In-person on Mt. SAC campus
8:00AM-10:30AM
In-person on Mt. SAC campus
Reading
Reading classes focus on reading skills for academic and workplace success. Learn about Reading classes...
11:40AM-2:00PM
In-person on Mt. SAC campus
Plan to spend 4-9 hours
on Canvas classwork each week.
Online self-pacedLearn about online classes...
Pronunciation & Communication Skills
Pronunciation for non-native speakers. Focuses on improving articulation, stress, intonation patterns, and listening. Learn about Pronunciation classes...
11:40AM-2:00PM
In-person on Mt. SAC campus
SPECIALIZED SKILL CLASSES
These classes are for students who have a very specific goal such as preparing for the citizenship interview, TOEFL exam, or improving pronunciation. Learn about Specialized Skill classes...
TOEFL
Levels 5-6
Advanced reading, listening, speaking, and writing skills in preparation for standardized
tests, such as Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL).
Plan to spend 10-15 hours
on Canvas classwork each week.
Online self-pacedLearn about online classes...
Citizenship Preparation
Levels 3-6
Preparation for the United States Citizenship interview. Recommended for non-native
English speaking students with intermediate or advanced English skills.
8:00AM-1:05PM
In-person on Mt. SAC campusVESL CAREER PATHS PROGRAM
The VESL Career Paths Program is a two-semester program designed to prepare Level 5 and 6 students who are looking to get a college degree, advance within their current profession, enter the workforce, or get a better job.VESL 1
VESL 1 consists of: VESL Speaking, VESL Writing, Career & Life Planning, Office Management Skills, and 2 hours/week lab (arranged).
VESL 2
VESL 2 consists of 2 classes: Microcomputer Applications (covers Windows Operating System, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access) and a lab.
VESL CLASSES
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English for Special Uses (ESU):
AccountingLevels 5-6, VESL
English for careers in accounting : vocabulary, cross-cultural awareness, ethics in accounting, problem solving techniques, and business idioms.ONLINEDATESAug 30 - Oct 17CLASS TIME -
English for Special Uses (ESU):
Payroll and Tax AccountingLevels 5-6, VESL
Covers vocabulary, theory, basic payroll and tax accounting concepts, principles, transactions, and operations. * Note: This is an ESL course that focuses on vocabulary and concepts related to payroll and taxes.ONLINEDATESOct 18 - Dec 2CLASS TIME
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Finance & Database Mgmt 1
Levels 5-6, VESL
QuickBooks is an accounting software program used to manage either business or personal finances.ONLINEDATESAug 30 - Oct 17CLASS TIME -
Finance & Database Mgmt 2
Levels 5-6, VESL
Excel for Business: Learn how to process sales taxes, refunds, discounts, and credits using Excel.ONLINEDATESOct 18 - Dec 2CLASS TIME
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English for Special Uses (ESU):
Real EstateLevels 5-6, VESL
Real Estate vocabulary and topics including real estate law, types of properties, mortgage fundamentals, and property management.ONLINEDATESAug 30 - Nov 21CLASS TIME -
English for Health Professionals
Levels 5-6, VESL
English for careers in healthcare. Medical vocabulary, medically-related documents and presentations.ONLINEDATESAug 23 - Oct 17CANVAS COURSEWORKStudy any time.
Plan to spend 6-9 hours on
Canvas classwork each week. Online self-paced
Learn about online classes...
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Basic Computer Skills for Work
Levels 5-6, VESLThis course covers fundamental computer skills needed in today's workplace: MS Word to create professional documents, tables, and graphs; PowerPoint to create presentations; Excel to create spreadsheets, graphs, charts, perform calculations, and much more!
IN-PERSONDATESAug 23 - Nov 21CLASS TIMESaturdays
9:00AM-12:05PMIn-person on Mt. SAC campus
