The El Camino College Language Academy is committed to ensure foreign students success in meeting their educational goals through intensive study of English for Academic purposes. The program facilitates a positive learning experience in the United States while addressing individual needs. College Language Academy students are given an oral, written and computer-based exam to determine which level is best for them. Qualified instructors carefully discuss the results.
All available information is taken into consideration in placement.
The Basic English Level is for beginners or students who do not have a functional grasp of basic grammar, or verbal skills. The Basic level offers students the opportunity to review the core English grammar needed to for a solid academic English base. In the past students with good study habits and the dedication to spend time practicing in the Learning Resource Center have accomplished this. Many ECLA Instructors are also ECC faculty so careful consideration is given to placement.