ESOL High Intermediate
Certificate of Competency English for Speakers of Other Languages · Laney College · 2026-2027 Catalog
The ESOL High Intermediate 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 intermediate 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:
- Demonstrate high intermediate skills in English listening, speaking, reading, and/or writing which will allow them to achieve their personal, vocational, and academic goals.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Core Courses (min 172 hours): | 172-245 | |
| ESOL 513 | Reading and Writing 3 | 105 |
| ESOL 563 | Listening and Speaking 3 | 70 |
| ESOL 573 | Grammar 3 | 70 |
| orESOL 574 | Grammar 4 | 70 |
| Competency Requirement: | ||
| Teacher or department will determine if student has met the competencies of the program and document it. | ||
| Total Hours: | 172-245 | |