English as a Second Language - Level 5, Certificate of Competency Noncredit
The English as a Second Language Level 5 Certificate of Competency prepares students to transition to credit ESL college courses. The courses required for the certificate integrate high-intermediate to advanced grammar and writing skills and listening and speaking skills that prepare students for academic work in college-level courses. Students will also acquire skills to effectively communicate in academic, social, employment, financial, and medical settings. The focus is to prepare students to transition to advanced credit ESL courses and college content courses.