English as a Second Language (ESL)
Program Information
English As A Second Language (ESL) classes are designed to improve:
- Reading English
- Writing English
- English Grammar
- Listening
- Speaking skills
Learning English will help students attain employment or pursue degree and certificate programs that use English as the language of instruction.
The ESL program is divided into 5 levels. Students should see a counselor to select additional courses in other areas for which their language skills will be acceptable.
- Level 1- Beginning College ESL (ESL-50)
- Level 2- Low Intermediate College ESL (ESL-1A)
- Level 3- Intermediate College ESL (ESL-1B)
- Level 4- Low Advanced College ESL (ESL-2A)
- Level 5- Advanced College ESL (ESL-2B)
Classes are usually of a size that provides for individualized attention in a professional learning environment.
Faculty
Specialty Lab Technician II ESL
Alejandro Centanino
Cuyamaca College ESL
Boost Pathway
The Boost Pathway can be completed in three to five (3-5) semesters.
ESL 50 (6 units) and 50G (3 units; grammar companion course required with 50)
This is a Pass / No pass class
ESL 1A (6 units) and 1AG (3 units; grammar companion course recommended with 1A)
Prerequisite: Pass in ESL 50 or Placement into ESL 1A
ESL 1B (6 units) and 1BG (3 units; grammarcompanion course recommended with 1B)
Prerequisite: Pass with C or better in ESL 1A
ESL 2A (6 units) and 2AG (3 units; grammar companion course recommended with 2A)
No prerequisite
ESL 2B (6 units) and 2BG (3 units; grammar companion course recommended with 2B)
Prerequisite: Pass with C or better in ESL 2A
ENG 120 (3 units) + 020 (1 unit)
No prerequisite
ENG 120 (3 units)
Prerequisite: Pass with C or better in ESL 2B