ESOL High Beginning

Certificate of Competency English for Speakers of Other Languages · Laney College · 2026-2027 Catalog

The ESOL High Beginning Certificate of Competency verifies that a student has successfully completed three ESOL core classes (Reading and Writing, Listening and Speaking, and Grammar) at the high beginning 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.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program a student will be able to:

  1. Demonstrate high beginning skills in English listening, speaking, reading, and/or writing which will allow them to achieve their personal, vocational, and academic goals.
CourseTitleUnits
Core Courses (min 172 hours):172-245
ESOL 511Reading and Writing 1105
ESOL 561Listening and Speaking 170
ESOL 571Grammar 170
Competency Requirement:
Teacher or department will determine if student has met the competencies of the program and document it.
Total Hours:172-245

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