English for Multilingual Students Intermediate
Certificate of Competency Arts, Communication & Humanities · Bakersfield College · 2026-2027 Catalog
English for Multilingual Students Intermediate Certificate of Competency
This is a Certificate of Competency awarded to students who have completed more than 144 hours of intermediate EMLS reading, writing, and listening/speaking coursework. To Achieve the Certificate of Competency: Upon completion of the required courses with a grade of “P” for passing, the student will be awarded a Certificate of Competency.
Program Learning Outcomes
1. Upon completion, the student will be able to demonstrate clear essay development and organization with an introduction, thesis statement, supporting details, transitions, and a conclusion.
2. Upon completion, the student will be able analyze pre-collegiate reading selections with general education content from a range of disciplines.
3. Upon completion, the student will be able to present prepared oral arguments and analyze topics in small and large group discussions on current issues.
Program Requirements
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| English for Multilingual Students Intermediate Certificate of Competency (NC): Complete all of the following | 198 | |
| Credits listed are in hours (198 hours) | ||
| EMLS B60NC | Basic Writing Skills | 72 |
| EMLS B61NC | Intermediate Reading | 72 |
| EMLS B62NC | Intermediate Communication Skills | 54 |