ESL Class Schedule
Semesters and Intersessions
| Summer 2026 Intersession |
June 22, 2026 - August 9, 2026 |
| Fall 2026 Semester |
Aug 24, 2026 - Dec 13, 2026 |
| Winter 2027 Intersession |
January 4, 2027 - February 11, 2027 |
| Spring 2027 Semester |
February 22, 2027 - June 13, 2027 |
| Summer 2027 Intersession |
June 21, 2027 - July 29, 2027 |
| Fall 2027 Semester |
August 23, 2027 - December 12, 2027 |
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SUMMER INSTITUTE 2026 SCHEDULE FALL 2026 SCHEDULE
Fall 2026 Class Schedule
August 24 - December 13
Levels Skills Specialized Skills
VESL Career Paths VESL Electives
FALL 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...
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IN PERSON |
ONLINE |
IN PERSON |
ONLINE |
| CLASSES |
Foundations
Pre-Level 1
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Level 4
Level 5
Level 6 |
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Level 4
Level 5
Level 6 |
Foundations
Pre-Level 1
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Level 4
Level 5
Level 6 |
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Level 4
Level 5
Level 6 |
| DATES |
Aug 24 - Dec 13 |
Aug 24 - Dec 13 |
Aug 24 - Dec 13 |
Aug 24 - Dec 13 |
| CLASS TIME |
M T W Th F
FDN: 8:30AM-12:50PM
PLVL1 - L6: 8:30AM-12:00PM
Mt. SAC campus |
M T W Th F
8:30AM-11:45AM
Online class (Zoom) |
M T W Th
FDN: 5:30PM-10:05PM
PLVL1 - L6: 5:30PM-9:45PM
Mt. SAC campus |
M T W Th
6:20PM-9:45PM
Online class (Zoom)
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FALL SKILL CLASSES
Pronunciation
Pronunciation for non-native speakers. Focuses on improving articulation, stress,
intonation patterns, and listening. Learn about Pronunciation classes...
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IN PERSON |
ONLINE |
| CLASSES |
Pronunciation Pre-1
Pronunciation A
Pronunciation B
Pronunciation C |
Pronunciation A
Pronunciation B
Pronunciation C |
| DATES |
Aug 24 - Oct 11 |
Aug 24 - Oct 11 |
| CLASS TIME |
M W F
12:15PM-2:05PM
Mt. SAC campus |
M W F
12:15PM-2:05PM
Online class (Zoom) |
Reading
Reading classes focus on reading skills for academic and workplaces success. Learn about Reading classes...
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IN PERSON |
ONLINE |
| CLASSES |
Reading Pre-1
Reading A
Reading B
Reading C |
Reading A
Reading B
Reading C |
| DATES |
Aug 24 - Oct 11 |
Aug 24 - Oct 11 |
| CLASS TIME |
T Th
12:15PM-2:05PM
Mt. SAC campus |
T Th
12:15PM-2:05PM
Online class (Zoom) |
Speaking
Speaking classes focus on listening comprehension and speaking skills. Learn about Speaking classes...
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IN PERSON |
IN PERSON |
ONLINE |
IN PERSON |
ONLINE |
| CLASSES |
Speaking Pre-1
Speaking A
Speaking B
Speaking C |
Speaking Pre-1
Speaking A
Speaking B
Speaking C |
Speaking A
Speaking B
Speaking C |
Speaking A
Speaking B
Speaking C |
Speaking A
Speaking B
Speaking C |
| DATES |
Aug 24 - Oct 11 |
Oct 19 - Dec 6 |
Oct 19 - Dec 6 |
Oct 19 - Dec 6 |
Oct 19 - Dec 6 |
| CLASS TIME |
Saturdays
8:30AM-12:35PM
Mt. SAC campus |
M W F
12:15PM-2:05PM
Mt. SAC campus |
M W F
12:15PM-2:05PM
Online class (Zoom) |
M W
6:30PM-9:45PM
Mt. SAC campus |
M W
6:30PM-9:45PM
Online class (Zoom) |
Writing
Writing classes focus on reading and writing skills using a variety of reading materials
and topics. Learn about Writing classes...
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IN PERSON |
ONLINE |
| CLASSES |
Writing Pre-1
Writing A
Writing B
Writing C |
Writing A
Writing B
Writing C |
| DATES |
Oct 19 - Dec 6 |
Oct 19 - Dec 6 |
| CLASS TIME |
T Th
12:15PM-2:05PM
Mt. SAC campus |
T Th
12:15PM-2:05PM
Online class (Zoom) |
Grammar & Vocabulary
Grammar and vocabulary classes focus on reviewing grammar and vocabulary to help students
in ESL courses.
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IN PERSON |
ONLINE |
| CLASSES |
Grammar & Vocabulary B |
Grammar & Vocabulary B |
| DATES |
Aug 24 - Oct 11 |
Aug 24 - Oct 11 |
| CLASS TIME |
T Th
6:30PM-9:45PM
Mt. SAC campus |
T Th
6:30PM-9:45PM
Online class (Zoom) |
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FALL SPECIALIZED SKILL CLASSES
These classes are for students who have a very specific goal such as preparing for
the citizenship interview, or TOEFL exam. Learn about Specialized Skill classes...
Citizenship Preparation
Levels 3-6, VESL
Preparation for the United States Citizenship interview. Recommended for non-native
English speaking students with intermediate or advanced English skills.
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ONLINE |
IN PERSON |
| DATES |
Aug 24 - Oct 11 |
Aug 24 - Oct 11 |
| CLASS TIME |
T Th
12:15PM-2:45PM
Online class (Zoom) |
Saturdays
8:30AM-1:35PM
Mt. SAC campus |
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FALL VESL CAREER PATHS
The VESL Career Paths Program is a one-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. The program consists of 4 classes: VESL Speaking, VESL Writing,
Career & Life Planning, and Office Management Skills.
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IN PERSON |
ONLINE |
| DATES |
Aug 24 - Dec 13 |
Aug 24 - Dec 13 |
| CLASS TIME |
M T W Th
8:30AM-11:45AM
Mt. SAC campus |
M T W Th
M: 7:00PM-9:15PM
T/W/Th: 7:00PM-8:30PM
Online class (Zoom) |
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FALL VESL ELECTIVES
ESU Healthcare Pathways
Levels 3-6
The ESU Healthcare Pathways courses are designed for ESL students who are interested
in taking health career courses in the future to improve their English skills. The
courses focus on introducing ESL students to the three health career fields: Medical Assistant, Pharmacy Technician, and Certified Nursing
Assistant (CNA).
Session 1 — ESU Medical Assistant (Weeks 1-5)
Session 2 — ESU Pharmacy Technician (Weeks 6-10)
Session 3 — ESU CNA Certified Nursing Assistant (Weeks 11-15)
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IN PERSON |
IN PERSON |
| DATES |
Aug 24 - Dec 6 |
Aug 24 - Dec 6 |
| CLASS TIME |
M W
12:15PM-2:05PM
Mt. SAC campus |
Saturdays
8:30AM-12:35 PM
Mt. SAC campus |
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ESU Basic Computer Skills
Levels 1-6, VESL
The course covers fundamental computer skills: computer terminology, keyboard and
mouse skills, word processing, file management, basic computer maintenance, software
applications, creative projects, and cloud-based tools.
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IN PERSON |
| DATES |
Aug 24 - Oct 11 |
| CLASS TIME |
Saturdays
8:30AM-12:50PM
Mt. SAC campus |
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ESU Advanced Computer Skills
Levels 1-6
The course covers advanced computer skills: computer terminology, keyboard and mouse
skills, word processing, file management, basic computer maintenance, software applications,
creative projects, and cloud-based tools.
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IN PERSON |
| DATES |
Oct 19 - Dec 6 |
| CLASS TIME |
Saturdays
8:30AM-12:50PM
Mt. SAC campus |
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English for Special Uses (ESU):
Accounting & Quickbooks
Levels 5-6, VESL
Covers vocabulary and theory, basic accounting concepts, principles, transactions
and operations, and problem solving techniques. QuickBooks is an accounting software
program used to manage either business or personal finances. This is an ESL course meant to prepare students to take credit or noncredit accounting
classes.
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IN PERSON |
| DATES |
Aug 24 - Oct 11 |
| CLASS TIME |
M T W Th
12:15PM-2:50PM
Mt. SAC campus |
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English for Special Uses (ESU):
Payroll and Tax Accounting &
Excel for Business
Levels 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. This is an ESL course meant to prepare students to take credit or noncredit accounting
classes.
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IN PERSON |
| DATES |
Oct 19 - Dec 6 |
| CLASS TIME |
M T W Th
12:15PM-2:50PM
Mt. SAC campus |
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Summer Institute 2026 Schedule
July 20 - August 16
Introduction to Technology/Canvas
Foundations - Level 6
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IN PERSON |
IN PERSON |
| DATES |
Aug 10 - Aug 16 |
Aug 10 - Aug 16 |
| CLASS TIME |
M T W Th F
9:00AM-1:05PM
Mt. SAC campus |
M T W Th
6:30PM-9:45PM
Mt. SAC campus
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Grammar & Vocabulary Pre-1
Foundations - Pre-Level 1
Grammar and vocabulary classes focus on reviewing grammar and vocabulary to help students
in ESL courses.
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IN PERSON |
IN PERSON |
| DATES |
Aug 10 - Aug 16 |
Aug 10 - Aug 16 |
| CLASS TIME |
M T W Th F
9:00AM-1:05PM
Mt. SAC campus |
M T W Th
6:30PM-9:45PM
Mt. SAC campus
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ESU American Idioms & Slang
Level 1 - Level 6
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IN PERSON |
IN PERSON |
| DATES |
Aug 10 - Aug 16 |
Aug 10 - Aug 16 |
| CLASS TIME |
M T W Th F
9:00AM-1:05PM
Mt. SAC campus |
M T W Th
6:30PM-9:45PM
Mt. SAC campus
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