Types Of ESOL Classes
Explore ESOL Classes at Laney College
Offering a variety of ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) classes to help students improve their English skills for everyday life, college, and career success. Our courses are available in both credit and non-credit formats, catering to different learning needs.
Basic English (Non-Credit Only)
Improve your reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills. Learn about computers. Classes are 8 weeks long.
ESOL 541: Level A - Daily life vocabulary.
ESOL 541: Level B - Workplace language basics.
ESOL 541: Level C - American education and communication.
ESOL 541: Level D - Presentations and discussions about the past.
College-Ready Skills (Credit & Non-Credit)
Prepare for college by learning about academic success, culture, and technology.
Level A - American classroom culture and etiquette.
Level B - College success strategies.
Level C - Best practices for academic success.
Level D - Computer skills for college.
Academic ESOL Classes (Credit & Non-Credit)
Choose one or more courses per level.
Level 1 (High-Beginning) - Reading/Writing 1 & Listening/Speaking 1
Level 2 (Low-Intermediate) - Reading/Writing 2 & Listening/Speaking 2
Level 3 (High-Intermediate) - Reading/Writing 3 & Listening/Speaking 3
Level 4 (Advanced) - Reading/Writing 4 & Listening/Speaking
Work & Tech ESOL Classes (Credit & Non-Credit)
Enhance your job-related English skills.
English for Job Search - Resume writing and job interviews.
ESOL for Customer Service - Communication for retail and offices.
Business English - Meetings, negotiations, and reports.
ESOL for Technology - Learn digital tools and apps.
Certificates
Laney College offers ESOL certificates for work, school, and transfer opportunities. Contact a counselor for details.