English As a Second Language
24 courses · Yuba College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Fall 2026
ESL-1A College Composition and Reading for Nonnative English Speakers
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 72 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- Eligibility for college-level composition as determined by college assessment or other appropriate method.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC (with credit limitation)
- C-ID
- ENGL 100
This course meets the same requirements as ENGL C1000 (ENGL 1A) while providing language support to non-native English speakers. The course focuses on the development of reading skills, expository and argumentative writing, research strategies, and information literacy through materials structured to support the needs of language learners regarding academic language development and vocabulary use, editing, and cultural context. Students will write a minimum of 5000 words.
ESL-40A Low-Advanced Grammar
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- ESL-263 or ESL-563 or by placement.
- Advisory
- Concurrent enrollment in ESL-116A/B, ESL-516A/B, or ENGL-51/56/1A is highly recommended.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Low-advanced grammar for ESL students. This course introduces students to a theme-based grammar and teaches them to read, write and speak English with grammatical accuracy and fluency in real-life contexts. Includes a functional study of the 12 tenses.
ESL-116A Academic Reading and Writing for ESL 1
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 72 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- ESL-265 or ESL-565 or ESL-268 or ESL-568 or by placement.
This course emphasizes the development of basic reading and writing skills including active reading and writing processes, vocabulary development, grammar and mechanics, simple and compound sentences, paragraph development, summary-response compositions, and small group and whole class work to strengthen basic reading and writing skills. Concurrent enrollment in 40A, 40B, and/or 40C recommended.
ESL-255 Integrated ESL Skills, Level 5
- Units
- 5
- Hours
- 90 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- ESL-245
Language development for high-intermediate limited English speakers. Concentration on all language skills - reading, writing, speaking, listening, and grammar. This course is the fifth in a series of six integrated skill courses (515, 525, 535, 545, 555/255, and 565/265).
ESL-259EMP English for Employment
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
Prepares students for vocational training and/or employment. Includes vocabulary for the world of work and skill development for job search, application and job retention. Intended for non- native English speakers with at least intermediate English proficiency. (L,C)
ESL-259MAT The Language of Mathematics for ESL Students
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
This course develops the English speaking abilities of non-native English speakers specifically in regards to the language and vocabulary of mathematics as it is used in the American educational system. Students will learn to read, write, and verbally express mathematical words, numbers, and notations.
ESL-263 High-Intermediate Grammar
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- ESL-253 or ESL-553 or by placement.
- Advisory
- Concurrent enrollment in ESL-265/565 or 268/568 is highly recommended.
High-intermediate grammar for ESL students. This course introduces students to reading and writing short paragraphs and/or compositions containing compound and complex sentences in present, past, present perfect, and future tenses.
ESL-265 Integrated ESL Skills, Level 6
- Units
- 5
- Hours
- 90 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- ESL-255
Language development for high-intermediate limited English speakers. Concentration on all language skills - reading, writing, speaking, listening, and grammar. This course is the last in a series of six integrated skill courses (225, 225, 235, 245, 255, and 265) leading to a certificate of completion in English at the high-intermediate level. Prepares students for college-level courses.
ESL-268 High-Intermediate Writing
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 72 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- ESL-255 or ESL-555 or ESL-258 or ESL-558 or by placement.
- Advisory
- Concurrent enrollment in ESL-263/563 and 265/565 is highly recommended.
Writing for high-intermediate ESL students. Further develops ability to write longer, correctly formatted paragraphs and short compositions with simple, compound, and complex sentences using proper grammar, spelling, and verb tenses.
ESL-515 Integrated Skills, Level 1
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 90 lecture hours
Language development for low-beginning, limited English speakers. Concentration on all language skills-reading, writing, listening, speaking, and grammar. This is the first course in a series of six. Prepares students for ESL 525 and other level two ESL courses. Grades are P/NP Only.
ESL-516A Academic Reading and Writing for ESL 1
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 64-72 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- ESL-265 or ESL-565 or ESL-268 or ESL-568 or by placement.
- Advisory
- Concurrent enrollment in ESL-40A, 40B, and/or 40C is recommended.
This course emphasizes the development of basic reading and writing skills including active reading and writing processes, vocabulary development, grammar and mechanics, simple and compound sentences, paragraph development, summary-response compositions, and small group and whole class work to strengthen basic reading and writing skills. Grades are P/NP Only.
ESL-525 Integrated ESL Skills, Level 2
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 90 lecture hours
Language development for beginning, limited English speakers. Concentration on all language skills: reading, writing, listening, speaking, and grammar. This is the second course in a series of six. Prepares students for ESL 535 and other level three ESL courses. Grades are P/NP Only.
ESL-533 High-Beginning Grammar
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 48-54 lecture hours
- Advisory
- Concurrent enrollment in ESL-535 is highly recommended.
High-beginning grammar for ESL students. This course introduces students who have beginning language skills to simple sentences and short paragraphs in simple past and past continuous tenses. Grades are P/NP Only.
ESL-535 Integrated ESL Skills, Level 3
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 90 lecture hours
Language development for high-beginning limited English speakers; concentration on all language skills: listening, speaking, reading, writing, and grammar. This is the third course in a series of six. Prepares students for ESL 545 and ESL level four courses. Grades are P/NP Only.
ESL-540A Low-Advanced Grammar
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 48-54 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- ESL-263 or ESL-563 or by placement.
- Advisory
- Concurrent enrollment in ESL-116A/B, ESL-516A/B or ENGL-51/56/1A is highly recommended.
Low-advanced grammar for ESL students. This course introduces students to a theme-based grammar and teaches them to read, write and speak English with grammatical accuracy and fluency in real-life contexts. Includes a functional study of the 12 tenses. Grades are P/NP Only.
ESL-543 Low-Intermediate Grammar
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 48-54 lecture hours
- Advisory
- Concurrent enrollment in ESL-545 is recommended.
Low-intermediate grammar for ESL students. This course introduces students to writing paragraphs containing both compound and complex sentences in past, present, and future tenses. Grades are P/NP Only.
ESL-545 Integrated Skills, Level 4
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 90 lecture hours
Language development for low-intermediate limited English speakers. Concentration on all language skills: listening, speaking, reading, writing, and grammar. This is the fourth course in a series of six leading to a certificate of completion in English at the low-intermediate level. Grades are P/NP Only.
ESL-549COM Computer Skills for ESL Students
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Advisory
- Concurrent enrollment in level 4 ESL courses (e.g. 245, 243) is strongly recommended.
Provides students with the basic computer and word processing skills necessary to format, type, retrieve, and revise simple documents. Students learn to use varied software and perform basic research related to their academic needs and future employment using the internet. Additionally, students will work on English skills, such as reading and following directions (both reading and listening), and development of vocabulary related to computers. Intended for non-native English speakers with at least low-intermediate English proficiency. Grades are P/NP Option.
ESL-555 Integrated ESL Skills, Level 5
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 90 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- ESL-245 or ESL-545 or by placement.
Language development for intermediate limited English speakers. Concentration on all language skills - reading, writing, speaking, listening, and grammar. This non-credit course is the fifth in a series of six non-credit integrated skill courses (515, 525, 535, 545, 555, and 565) leading to a certificate of completion in English at the high-intermediate level. Grades are P/NP Only.
ESL-559EMP English for Employment
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 48 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- By placement
- Advisory
- Concurrent enrollment in ESL-253/553, ESL-255/555 and ESL-258/558 is highly recommended.
Prepares students for vocational training and/or employment. Includes vocabulary for the world of work and skill development for job search, application and job retention. Intended for non-native English speakers with at least intermediate English proficiency. (L,C) Grades are P/NP Only.
ESL-559MAT The Language of Mathematics for ESL Students
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
This course develops the English speaking abilities of non-native English speakers specifically in regards to the language and vocabulary of mathematics as it is used in the American educational system. Students will learn to read, write, and verbally express mathematical words, numbers, and notations. Grades are P/NP Only.
ESL-563 High-Intermediate Grammar
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 48-54 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- ESL-253 or ESL-533 or by placement.
- Advisory
- Concurrent enrollment in ESL-265/565 or 268/568 is highly recommended.
High-intermediate grammar for ESL students. This course introduces students to reading and writing short paragraphs and/or compositions containing compound and complex sentences in present, past, present perfect, and future tenses. Grades are P/NP Only.
ESL-565 Integrated ESL Skills, Level 6
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 90 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- ESL-255 or ESL-555 or by placement.
Language development for high-intermediate limited English speakers. Concentration on all language skills - reading, writing, speaking, listening, and grammar. This non-credit course is the fifth in a series of six non-credit integrated skill courses (515, 525, 535, 545, 555, and 565) leading to a certificate of completion in English at the high-intermediate level. Grades are P/NP Only.
ESL-568 High-Intermediate Writing
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 72 lecture hours
- Prerequisite
- ESL-255 or ESL-555 or ESL-258 or ESL-558 or by placement.
- Advisory
- Concurrent enrollment in ESL-253/553 and 255/555 is highly recommended.
Writing for high-intermediate ESL students. Further develops ability to write longer, correctly formatted paragraphs and short compositions with simple, compound, and complex sentences using proper grammar, spelling and verb tenses. Concurrent enrollment in ESL 263/563 and 265/565 is highly recommended. Grades are P/NP Only.