# ESL Intermediate Preparation for Careers (Certificate of Completion)

Coastline College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: English as a Second Language

Source: https://catalog.cccd.edu/coastline/pathways/college-preparation-career-development/english-second-language/esl-intermediate-preparation-careers-certificate-completion/

This is a noncredit certificate program in English as a Second language for intermediate-level English Language Learners. The program, including a course in grammar, reading, and writing and a course in speaking and listening skills, is designed to prepare students for the English language demands of entry-level career training and entry-level employment. After completing this certificate, students may go on to advanced-level ESL classes leading to academic as well as career training programs.

#### Program Learning Outcomes

1.  Identify the main idea and supporting details of a level-appropriate reading selection.
2.  Write a grammatically-correct paragraph with a topic sentence and supporting details.
3.  Listen to a short news report or explanation and demonstrate understanding by taking notes and using them to report information to others accurately.

### Requirements

This award confirms that a student has completed a noncredit program that prepares students to progress in a career path or to take degree-applicable courses.

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **Required Core** | |  |
| **Complete the following:** | |  |
| ESL C042N | Reading, Writing, and Grammar 2B | 144 |
| ESL C043N | Speaking and Listening 2B | 72 |
| **Total Hours** | | 216 |