ESL Class Schedule
Semesters and Intersessions
Semester/Intersession | Dates |
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Summer Intersession 2022 | June 20, 2022 - August 7, 2022 |
Fall Semester 2022 [Class Schedule] | August 22, 2022 - December 11, 2022 |
Winter Intersession 2023 | January 3, 2023 - February 13, 2023 |
Spring Semester 2023 | February 20, 2023 - June 11, 2023 |
Summer Intersession 2023 | June 19, 2023 - July 30, 2023 |
FALL 2022 CLASS SCHEDULE | August 22-December 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
6:30PM-10:00PM
SKILL CLASSES
Speaking
Speaking classes focus on listening comprehension and speaking skills. Learn about Speaking classes...
11:45AM-1:35PM
5:00PM-6:20PM
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
5:00PM-6:20PM
Pronunciation
Pronunciation for non-native speakers. Focuses on improving articulation, stress, intonation patterns, and listening. Learn about Pronunciation classes...
11:45AM-1:35PM
5:00PM-6:20PM
Reading
Reading classes focus on reading skills for academic and workplace success. Learn about Reading classes...
11:45AM-1:35PM
5:00PM-6:20PM
Plan to spend 4-9 hours
on Canvas classwork each week.

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Grammar & Vocabulary
Grammar & Vocabulary B
Grammar & Vocabulary C
8:30AM-12:35PM
Plan to spend 4-9 hours
on Canvas classwork each week.

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OFF-SITE CLASSES
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.

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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
VESL 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
6:30PM-9:35PM
VESL 2
VESL 2 consists of 2 classes: Microcomputer Applications (covers the Windows Operating System, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access) and a lab.
VESL CLASSES
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English for Special Uses (ESU):
HealthLevels 3-4
This course focuses on health-related vocabulary and increasing students’ awareness of and knowledge about personal and public health. Lesson topics include body systems, functions, and organs as well as various illnesses, nutrition, mental health, and public health.IN-PERSONDATESAug 29 - Nov 20CLASS TIMEM W
11:45PM-1:15PMIn-person on Mt. SAC campus
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English for Special Uses (ESU):
Child CareLevels 3-4
This introductory course covers the integrated language skills of reading, writing, listening, speaking, vocabulary, and grammar for parents and future child care providers. Lesson topics include communicating about child care, child health & safety, and ages & stages.IN-PERSONDATESAug 29 - Nov 20CLASS TIMET Th
11:45AM-1:15PMIn-person on Mt. SAC campus
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English for Special Uses (ESU):
Accounting (Intermediate)Levels 3-4
English for careers in accounting : vocabulary, cross-cultural awareness, ethics in accounting, problem solving techniques, and business idioms.ONLINEDATESAug 29 - Nov 20CLASS TIME
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English for Health Professionals
Levels 5-6, VESL
English for careers in healthcare. Medical vocabulary, medically-related documents and presentations.ONLINEDATESAug 23 - Oct 17CLASS TIMEThursdays
1:45PM-2:50PM
(Required meeting with instructor)CANVAS COURSEWORK -
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.ONLINEDATESAug 29 - Nov 20CLASS TIME
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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.ONLINEDATESAug 22 - Oct 9CLASS TIME -
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.ONLINEDATESOct 17 - Dec 4CLASS TIME