English as a Second Language

ESL Beginning Skills Program Certificate of Completion

The Beginning ESL program is for preliterate and nonliterate ESL students who have minimal English language skills. Emphasis in this program is on aural and oral skills with visual reinforcement. The student will be introduced to reading, writing and math skills.

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ESL Intermediate Skills Program Certificate of Completion

The Intermediate ESL program is designed for intermediate level students who have learned basic survival skills, but who need instruction that will lead to a relatively sophisticated level of discourse of issues, and ideas that reach beyond basic survival. The program will prepare students to take credit courses at Merced College. This program includes practice in listening, speaking, reading, and writing.

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