ESL Class Schedule

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FALL 2025 SCHEDULE WINTER 2026 SCHEDULE

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Winter 2026 Class Schedule
January 5 - February 15

Levels     Skills    Specialized Skills    VESL Electives

WINTER LEVEL CLASSES

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In level classes, you will learn integrated English skills such as listening, speaking, reading, writing, grammar, idioms, and pronunciation.  Learn about Level Classes... 

	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 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 Level 6
DATES	Jan 5 - Feb 15	Jan 5 - Feb 15	Jan 5 - Feb 15	Jan 5 - Feb 15
CLASS TIME	M T W Th F 8:30AM-1:35PM Mt. SAC campus	M T W Th F 8:30AM-12:20PM Online class (Zoom)	M T W Th 5:30PM-10:05PM Mt. SAC campus	M T W Th 6:30PM-10:00PM Online class (Zoom)

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WINTER SKILL CLASSES

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Pronunciation

Pronunciation for non-native speakers.  Focuses on improving articulation, stress, intonation patterns, and listening. Learn about Pronunciation classes...

	IN PERSON	ONLINE
CLASSES	Pronunciation A Pronunciation B Pronunciation C	Pronunciation A Pronunciation B Pronunciation C
DATES	Jan 5 - Feb 15	Jan 5 - Feb 15
CLASS TIME	M W 8:30AM-10:20AM  Mt. SAC campus	M W 8:30AM-10:20AM  Online class (Zoom)

 Reading

Reading classes focus on reading skills for academic and workplaces success.  Learn about Reading classes...

	IN PERSON	ONLINE
CLASSES	Reading A Reading B Reading C	Reading A Reading B Reading C
DATES	Jan 5 - Feb 15	Jan 5 - Feb 15
CLASS TIME	T Th 8:30AM-10:20AM  Mt. SAC campus	T Th 8:30AM-10:20AM  Online class (Zoom)

Speaking

Speaking classes focus on listening comprehension and speaking skills.  Learn about Speaking classes...

	IN PERSON	ONLINE	IN PERSON	ONLINE
CLASSES	Speaking A Speaking B Speaking C	Speaking A Speaking B Speaking C	Speaking A Speaking B	Speaking A Speaking B Speaking C
DATES	Jan 5 - Feb 15	Jan 5 - Feb 15	Jan 5 - Feb 15	Jan 5 - Feb 15
CLASS TIME	M W F 10:30AM-1:05PM  Mt. SAC campus	M W F 10:30AM-1:05PM  Online class (Zoom)	M W 6:30PM-10:05PM  Mt. SAC campus	M W 6:30PM-10:05PM  Online class (Zoom)

Writing

Writing classes focus on reading and writing skills using a variety of reading materials and topics.  Learn about Writing classes...

	IN PERSON	ONLINE	IN PERSON	ONLINE
CLASSES	Writing A Writing B Writing C	Writing A Writing B Writing C	Writing C	Writing C
DATES	Jan 5 - Feb 15	Jan 5 - Feb 15	Jan 5 - Feb 15	Jan 5 - Feb 15
CLASS TIME	T Th 10:30AM-1:20PM  Mt. SAC campus	T Th 10:30AM-12:45PM  Online class (Zoom)	T Th 6:30PM-10:05PM Mt. SAC campus	T Th 10:30AM-12:45PM  Online class (Zoom)

Grammar & Vocabulary

Grammar and vocabulary classes focus on reviewing grammar and vocabulary to help students in ESL courses. 

	IN PERSON	ONLINE	IN PERSON
CLASSES	Grammar & Vocabulary A	Grammar & Vocabulary B	Grammar & Vocabulary Pre-1 Grammar & Vocabulary A Grammar & Vocabulary B Grammar & Vocabulary C
DATES	Jan 5 - Feb 15	Jan 5 - Feb 15	Jan 5 - Feb 15
CLASS TIME	T Th 6:30PM-10:05PM  Mt. SAC campus	T Th 6:30PM-10:05PM  Online class (Zoom)	Saturdays Pre-1 : 9:00AM-12:35PM A/B/C : 8:30AM-12:35PM  Mt. SAC campus

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WINTER SPECIALIZED SKILL CLASSES

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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...

TOEFL

Levels 5-6, VESL
Advanced reading, listening, speaking, and writing skills in preparation for standardized tests, such as Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)

	IN PERSON
DATES	Jan 5 - Feb 15
CLASS TIME	T Th 8:30PM-12:35PM Mt. SAC campus

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.

	IN PERSON
DATES	Jan 5 - Feb 15
CLASS TIME	Saturdays 8:30AM-1:35PM  Mt. SAC campus

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WINTER VESL ELECTIVES

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Basic Computing Skills Levels 1-6 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.    IN PERSON DATES Jan 5 - Feb 15 CLASS TIME Saturdays 9:00AM-12:35PM Mt. SAC campus	ESU: Medical Vocabulary Levels 3-4 The course focuses on basic vocabulary and concepts, including key medical terms in anatomy as well as vocabulary for illnesses, symptoms, procedures, and common medical tests. The course also increases knowledge about personal and public health.   ONLINE DATES Jan 5 - Feb 15 CLASS TIME T Th 1:45PM-3:20PM Online class (Zoom)
English for Health Professionals Levels 5-6, VESL Focuses on advanced English skills related to careers in healthcare and key terminology in the major medical fields.   ONLINE ONLINE DATES Jan 5 - Feb 15 Jan 5 - Feb 15 CLASS TIME Thursdays 1:45PM-2:50PM (Required class meeting on Zoom) Study any time. Plan to spend 6-9 hours on Canvas classwork each week. Online self-paced Fridays 1:45PM-2:50PM  (Required class meeting on Zoom) Study any time. Plan to spend 6-9 hours on  Canvas classwork each week. Online self-paced	ESU: Real Estate Levels 5-6, VESL Real Estate vocabulary and topics including real estate law, types of properties, mortgage fundamentals, and property management.   ONLINE DATES Jan 5 - Feb 15 CLASS TIME M W 1:45PM-3:20PM Online class (Zoom)
ESU: Accounting Levels 5-6, VESL English for careers in accounting: vocabulary, cross-cultural awareness, ethics in accounting, problem solving techniques, and business idioms.   ONLINE DATES Jan 5 - Feb 15 CLASS TIME M W 7:00PM-9:30PM Online class (Zoom)	ESU: American Idioms/Slang Level 6, VESL   IN PERSON ONLINE DATES Jan 5 - Feb 15 Jan 5 - Feb 15 CLASS TIME T Th 9:00AM-12:50PM Mt. SAC campus M W 6:30PM-10:05PM Online class (Zoom)

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Fall 2025 Class Schedule
August 25 - December 14

Levels     Skills    Specialized Skills

VESL Career Paths     VESL Electives

FALL LEVEL CLASSES

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In level classes, you will learn integrated English skills such as listening, speaking, reading, writing, grammar, idioms, and pronunciation.  Learn about Level Classes... 

	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 25 - Dec 14	Aug 25 - Dec 14	Aug 25 - Dec 14	Aug 25 - Dec 14
CLASS TIME	M T W Th F FDN: 8:30AM-12:35PM 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 & PLVL1: 6:00PM-10:05PM L1-L6: 6:30PM-10:05PM Mt. SAC campus	M T W Th 6:30PM-9:45PM Online class (Zoom)

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FALL SKILL CLASSES

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Pronunciation

Pronunciation for non-native speakers.  Focuses on improving articulation, stress, intonation patterns, and listening. Learn about Pronunciation classes...

	IN PERSON	ONLINE	IN PERSON	ONLINE
CLASSES	Pronunciation Pre-1 Pronunciation A Pronunciation B Pronunciation C	Pronunciation A Pronunciation B Pronunciation C	Pronunciation A Pronunciation B Pronunciation C	Pronunciation A Pronunciation B Pronunciation C
DATES	Aug 25 - Oct 12	Aug 25 - Oct 12	Aug 25 - Oct 12	Aug 25 - Oct 12
CLASS TIME	M W F 12:15PM-2:05PM  Mt. SAC campus	M W F 12:15PM-2:05PM  Online class (Zoom)	M W 5:00PM-6:20PM  Mt. SAC campus	M W 5:00PM-6:20PM  Online class (Zoom)

 Reading

Reading classes focus on reading skills for academic and workplaces success.  Learn about Reading classes...

	IN PERSON	ONLINE	IN PERSON	ONLINE
CLASSES	Reading Pre-1 Reading A Reading B Reading C	Reading A Reading B Reading C	Reading A Reading B Reading C	Reading A Reading B Reading C
DATES	Aug 25 - Oct 12	Aug 25 - Oct 12	Aug 25 - Oct 12	Aug 25 - Oct 12
CLASS TIME	T Th 12:15PM-2:05PM  Mt. SAC campus	T Th 12:15PM-2:05PM  Online class (Zoom)	T Th 5:00PM-6:20PM  Mt. SAC campus	T Th 5:00PM-6:20PM  Online class (Zoom)

Speaking

Speaking classes focus on listening comprehension and speaking skills.  Learn about Speaking classes...

	IN PERSON	ONLINE	IN PERSON	ONLINE
CLASSES	Speaking  Pre-1 Speaking   A Speaking   B Speaking   C	Speaking   B Speaking   C	Speaking   A Speaking   B Speaking   C	Speaking   A Speaking   B Speaking   C
DATES	Oct 20 - Dec 7	Oct 20 - Dec 7	Oct 20 - Dec 7	Oct 20 - Dec 7
CLASS TIME	M W F 12:15PM-2:05PM  Mt. SAC campus	M W F 12:15PM-2:05PM  Online class (Zoom)	M W 5:00PM-6:20PM  Mt. SAC campus	M W 5:00PM-6:20PM  Online class (Zoom)

Writing

Writing classes focus on reading and writing skills using a variety of reading materials and topics.  Learn about Writing classes...

	IN PERSON	ONLINE
CLASSES	Writing Pre-1 Writing A Writing B Writing C	Writing A Writing B Writing C
DATES	Oct 20 - Dec 7	Oct 20 - Dec 7
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. 

	IN PERSON	ONLINE	IN PERSON
CLASSES	Grammar & Vocabulary A Grammar & Vocabulary B Grammar & Vocabulary C	Grammar & Vocabulary A Grammar & Vocabulary B Grammar & Vocabulary C	Grammar & Vocabulary Pre-1 Grammar & Vocabulary A Grammar & Vocabulary B Grammar & Vocabulary C
DATES	Oct 20 - Dec 7	Oct 20 - Dec 7	Aug 25 - Dec 7
CLASS TIME	T Th 5:00PM-6:20PM  Mt. SAC campus	T Th 5:00PM-6:20PM  Online class (Zoom)	Saturdays 8:30AM-12:35PM  Mt. SAC campus

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FALL SPECIALIZED SKILL CLASSES

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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...

TOEFL

Levels 5-6, VESL
Advanced reading, listening, speaking, and writing skills in preparation for standardized tests, such as Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)

	IN PERSON	IN PERSON	IN PERSON
DATES	August 25 - October 12	August 25 - October 12	October 20 - December 7
CLASS TIME	T Th 12:15 PM-3:30PM Mt. SAC campus	Saturdays 8:30AM-1:35PM  Mt. SAC campus	Saturdays 8:30AM-1:35PM  Mt. SAC campus

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.

	IN PERSON
DATES	Aug 25 - Oct 12
CLASS TIME	Saturdays 8:30AM-1:35PM  Mt. SAC campus

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FALL VESL CAREER PATHS

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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.

	IN PERSON	ONLINE	IN PERSON Modified*	ONLINE
DATES	Aug 25 - Dec 14	Aug 25 - Dec 14	Aug 25 - Dec 14	Aug 25 - Dec 14
CLASS TIME	M T W Th 8:30AM-11:45AM  Mt. SAC campus	M T W Th 9:30AM-11:00AM  Online class (Zoom)	M T W Th 6:30PM-9:00PM  Mt. SAC campus	M T W Th 7:00PM-8:30PM Online class (Zoom)

*Modified in-person schedule: Students meet on campus for a reduced period of time but will complete assignments on Canvas independently, based on instructor guidance.

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FALL VESL ELECTIVES

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ESU Healthcare Pathways Levels 1-6 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).  Beginning: Levels 1 & 2, Intermediate: Levels 3 & 4, and Advanced: Levels 5, 6 & VESL 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)   IN PERSON IN PERSON DATES Aug 25 - Dec 7 Aug 25 - Dec 7 CLASS TIME M W 12:15PM-2:05PM Mt. SAC campus Saturdays 8:30AM-12:35 PM Mt. SAC campus

Basic Computing Skills Levels 1-6 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.    IN PERSON IN PERSON DATES Aug 25 - Oct 12 Oct 20 - Dec 7 CLASS TIME Saturdays 8:30AM-12:35PM Mt. SAC campus Saturdays 8:30AM-12:35PM Mt. SAC campus

Microcomputer Applications Levels 4-6, VESL This is a hands-on advanced computer skills course that covers a variety of applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. It also introduces fundamental topics such as hardware configurations, software evaluation, and comparative analysis of documentation. Prior computer knowledge is required.    ONLINE DATES Aug 25 - Oct 12 CLASS TIME T Th 6:30PM-9:35PM Online class (Zoom)

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