ESL Class Schedule
Semesters and Intersessions
| Semester/Intersession | Dates |
|---|---|
| Winter 2023 Intersession | January 3, 2023 - February 13, 2023 |
| Spring 2023 Semester [Class Schedule] | February 21, 2023 - June 11, 2023 |
| Summer 2023 Intersession | June 20, 2023 - July 30, 2023 |
| Fall 2023 Semester | August 28, 2023 - December 17, 2023 |
| Winter 2024 Intersession | January 8, 2024 - February 18, 2024 |
SPRING 2023 CLASS SCHEDULE | February 21-June 11
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
Mt. SAC campus
6:30PM-10:00PM
Mt. SAC campus
SKILL CLASSES
Pronunciation
Pronunciation for non-native speakers. Focuses on improving articulation, stress, intonation patterns, and listening. Learn about Pronunciation classes...
11:45AM-1:35PM
Mt. SAC campus5:00PM-6:20PM
Mt. SAC campus
Reading
Reading classes focus on reading skills for academic and workplace success. Learn about Reading classes...
11:45AM-1:35PM
Mt. SAC campus5:00PM-6:20PM
Mt. SAC campus
Speaking
Speaking classes focus on listening comprehension and speaking skills. Learn about Speaking classes...
11:45AM-1:35PM
Mt. SAC campus11:45AM-1:35PM
Mt. SAC campus5:00PM-6:20PM
Mt. SAC campus
Writing
Writing classes focus on reading and writing skills using a variety of reading materials and topics. Learn about Writing classes...
11:45AM-1:35PM
Mt. SAC campus11:45AM-1:35PM
Mt. SAC campus5:00PM-6:20PM
Mt. SAC campusEnglish for Special Uses (ESU): Grammar & Vocabulary
Grammar & Vocabulary B
Grammar & Vocabulary C
8:30AM-12:35PM
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).
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
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).
8:30AM-11:35AM
Mt. SAC campus6:30PM-9:35PM
Mt. SAC campus
VESL 2
VESL 2 consists of 2 classes: Microcomputer Applications (covers the Windows Operating System, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access) and a lab.
VESL ELECTIVES
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English for Health Professionals
Levels 5-6, VESL
English for careers in healthcare. Medical vocabulary, medically-related documents and presentations.ONLINEDATESFeb 21 - April 9CLASS TIME / CANVAS COURSEWORKThursdays
1:45PM-2:50PM
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English for Special Uses (ESU):
Child DevelopmentLevels 5-6, VESL
Focuses on the language skills for students who are interested in taking college-level early childhood education courses in the future. Lesson topics include gathering Information about children, documenting development, factors in child development, socio-emotional development, motor development, and cognitive development.
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English for Special Uses (ESU): Accounting & QuickBooks
Levels 5-6, VESL
English for careers in accounting : vocabulary, cross-cultural awareness, ethics in accounting, problem solving techniques, and business idioms. QuickBooks is an accounting software program used to manage either business or personal finances. -
English for Special Uses (ESU):
Payroll and Tax Accounting &
Excel for BusinessLevels 5-6, VESL
Covers vocabulary, theory, basic payroll and tax accounting concepts, principles, transactions, and operations. Excel for Business: Learn how to process sales taxes, refunds, discounts, and credits using Excel. * Note: This is an ESL course that focuses on vocabulary and concepts related to payroll and taxes.
