Ability to read at or above eighth grade level or completion of ABE Level 3 is required for students. Students who pass the GED test earn a GED certificate, acceptable to colleges, vocational programs, unions, and many employers as equivalent to a high school diploma. English as a Second Language classes are free for U.S. residents. Emphasis is on improving listening, comprehension, pronunciation, vocabulary development, and English structure. An ESL skills lab provides additional practice in pronunciation, listening, and conversation outside the classroom.
Students can also improve English skills through the use of computers.
These courses are designed for students preparing for vocational or academic study at U.S. colleges. Beginning with grammar and vocabulary skills, the courses advance to note-taking, composition, oral presentation and class discussion skills at a more advanced level. Two levels of transitional English as a Second Language are available. Students must qualify for transitional ESL by taking the SLEP test. Pre-college level courses require payment of tuition.