ESL Work Readiness
Certificate of Completion
Program Code: 3P24063
The English as a Second Language (ESL) Work Readiness program is offered to give English languagelearners the language and digital literacy skills needed to obtain employment. ESL and Computer Skillscourses focus on improving language skills through computer applications tasks using MS Office Suite,online resources, and presentation programs. The elective courses provide support for students in specificcareer areas and provide a foundation for further study in those career technical education programs.
This program develops foundation skills needed for successful employment, such as, basic language anddigital literacy skills, thinking creatively, as well as developing responsibility, self-esteem, sociability, self-management, and integrity.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Core Courses (Required 72 Hours) | ||
| ESLA 801 | Computer Skills for ESL - Beginning | 36 |
| ESLA 815 | Computer Skills for ESL - Advanced | 36 |
| Elective Courses (Required 36 Hours) | ||
| Must choose 1 of 3 courses | 36 | |
| Vocational English as a Second Language: Early Childhood Education | 36 | |
| Vocational English as a Second Language: Pharmacy Technician | 36 | |
| Vocational English as a Second Language: Administrative Assistant | 36 | |
| Total Hours | 108 | |
Plan of Study
| First Year | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| First Semester | Hours | Second Semester | Hours |
| ESLA 801 | 36 | ESLA 1020, 1025, or 1030 (Electives Course - Must Choose 1) | 36 |
| ESLA 815 | 36 | ||
| 72 | 36 | ||
| Total Hours 108 | |||
List of Courses
ESLA 801 Computer Skills for ESL - Beginning 36-72 Hours
The course introduces ESL students to hands-on exploration and use of current Microsoft Windows programs. Students will learn basic computer parts, keyboarding, and the basics of MS Word, PowerPoint, Print Shop, and Excel. Emphasis is on building confidence in computer use to improve English skills in grammar, vocabulary, writing, speaking, pronunciation, and reading.
ESLA 815 Computer Skills for ESL - Advanced 36-72 Hours
Students will enhance their English language skills through challenging computer application tasks using MS Word, PowerPoint, Print Shop, Excel, the Internet, and MS Publisher. Emphasis is on building confidence in independent projects to improve English skills in grammar, vocabulary, writing, and reading. Students will be actively involved in computer projects linking the academic environment with their communities.
ESLA 1020 Vocational English as a Second Language: Early Childhood Education 36 Hours
This ESL course provides students with necessary language skills to succeed in early childhood education (ECE) programs, thereby bridging the gap between standard ESL coursework and ECE coursework. The course also focuses on preparing students to interact in the real world in ECE situations (e.g. parent-teacher conferences).
ESLA 1025 Vocational English as a Second Language: Pharmacy Technician 36 Hours
This ESL course covers basic English communication skills in a pharmacy setting for students who are at an intermediate ESL level or higher. Students will practice typical in-person and phone conversations with pharmacy customers and co-workers.
ESLA 1030 Vocational English as a Second Language: Administrative Assistant 36 Hours
This ESL course provides students with necessary language skills to succeed in the vocational administrative assistant programs, thereby bridging the gap between standard ESL and VESL coursework. The course also focuses on preparing students to interact in real-life office situations.