ESL for Computers and Technology
Certificate of Competency
Program # 3P46249
This certificate is designed for ESL students to create foundational and build to intermediate computer and technology skills while improving their English reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills. This program includes two courses that build on one another, beginning with basic digital tasks and progressing to higher-level digital and language tasks.
Upon completion of both courses, students will be able to use computers and digital tools to communicate and access information in English with greater confidence and accuracy. Students will create emails, letters, flyers, presentations, spreadsheets, and more while applying accurate English usage and conventions. This program serves as a foundation to ensure student readiness for further courses in academic study and workforce training.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Core Courses (Required 72 Hours) | ||
| ESLA 816 | ESL for Computers and Technology, Beginning | 36 |
| ESLA 817 | ESL for Computers and Technology, Intermediate to Advanced | 36 |
| Total Hours | 72 | |
List of Courses
ESLA 816 ESL for Computers and Technology, Beginning 36-72 Hours
This course introduces ESL students to English vocabulary for basic computer use and internet safety. Students will improve beginning English reading, writing, listening. and speaking skills while performing simple digital tasks and creating documents using word processing programs and learning management systems. (Apportionment)
ESLA 817 ESL for Computers and Technology, Intermediate to Advanced 36-72 Hours
This course helps intermediate-advanced ESL students improve English reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills using computers and digital tools. Through real-life tasks like writing emails, researching topics, and participating in online discussions, students develop language for academic, workplace, and community online and digital communication. (Apportionment)