# ESL/ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE FOR COLLEGE PREPARATION (Noncredit Certificate of Competency)

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

Source: https://riohondo.curriqunet.com/catalog/iq/22175/25326/23987/25454/23999

### Description

Students who complete, in sequence, NESL 018-Advanced I and NESL 019-Advanced II earn the Certificate of Competency in English as a Second Language for College Preparation. The Certificate, approved by the Chancellor’s Office, indicates a student’s successful acquisition of English language skills necessary for engaged participation in various academic programs at the college level.

To acquire the **Noncredit Certificate of Competency in English as a Second Language for College Preparation,** it is necessary to complete the following courses:

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **Required Courses** | | 0 |
| NESL 018 | ESL Advanced I | 0 |
| NESL 019 | ESL Advanced II: College Preparation | 0 |
| **Total** | | **0** |