# ESOL Advanced (Certificate of Competency)

College of Alameda · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: English for Speakers of Other Languages

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The Advanced Certificate of Competency in ESOL verifies that a student has successfully completed three ESOL core classes (Reading and Writing, Listening and Speaking, and Grammar) at the advanced level. Students interested in completing this certificate should consult with the ESOL department chair and a counselor.

Career Opportunities

This certificate will help prepare students for vocational programs and job advancement.

Learning Outcome(s)

1.  Demonstrate advanced skills in English listening, speaking, reading, and/or writing which will allow them to achieve their personal, vocational, and academic goals.

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **Courses (min 172 hours)** | | 0 |
| ESOL 574 | Grammar 4 | 0 |
| ESOL 552 | Advanced Reading and Writing | 0 |
| ESOL 550 | Advanced Listening and Speaking | 0 |