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English as a Second Language
If English is not your first language, you are not alone. DVC offers many English as a second language (ESL) classes to help you with your English speaking, reading, and writing skills. By successfully completing these classes, you will be on the right path to enroll in a DVC program or transfer to a four-year university.
A certificate in ESL can be used to show your educational success and dedication to potential employers, scholarship committees, and college admissions.
In order to take these courses, you must first complete the ESL assessment to learn your current skill level and course placement.
Review the ESL course sequence to see what courses are required and in what order.
English as a second language certificates
Certificate of accomplishments are offered in:
- ESL conversation,
- intermediate ESL reading and writing,
- advanced ESL reading and writing,
- ESL transition to college.
You can learn more about these options and the requirements in our catalog.
We know that navigating degrees and certificate requirements can be tricky. Schedule an appointment with a counselor to discuss which option is best for you.
English as a second language class schedule
To see the current or upcoming classes, please use the searchable schedule.
Related links
- Online Writing Lab at Purdue
- 5 minute English
- Join a Learning Community
- Assessment Center
- International Students
- Library center
Contact English
ESL Coordinator: Rayshell Clapper
Telephone: 925-969-2621
Email: rclapper@dvc.edu
Office location: LC-114 campus map
ESL Coordinator: Kelvyn Moran
Telephone: 925-969-2619
Email: kmoran@dvc.edu
Office location: LC-112 campus map
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English Department Chair: Alan Haslam
Telephone: 925-969-22404
Email: ahaslam@dvc.edu
Office location: FO-109
Contact: Charles Shackett
Telephone: 925-551-6217
Email: cshackett@dvc.edu
Office location: W-117 campus map