ESL Class Schedule

In-Person - Class meets in person twice or four times a week
Flexible Online - Class is entirely on Canvas. Do course work whenever you have time. No Zoom meetings.
Scheduled Zoom - Class meets on Zoom

COMPREHENSIVE CLASSES

Pre-Beginning Comprehensive A
Learn everyday, practical English and develop skills in listening, speaking, reading, writing, and grammar. Free tuition; $60 materials fee.
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu 9 a.m.–12:15 p.m. May 11–Jun 11 (In–Person)

Life Skills English Pre-Beginning A/B
This is a class for students who speak no English. Learn basic words and grammar to help adapt to life in the U.S. Free tuition; $60 materials fee.
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu 7–9:10 p.m. May 11–Jun 25 (A/B) (In–Person)

Everyday English 1A
Improve the English skills needed for everyday life and work in this course for beginning students. Free tuition; $60 materials fee.
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu 7–9:10 p.m. May 11–Jun 25 (In–Person)

English 1A–5A
Improve all your English skills in one intensive class: listening, speaking, reading, writing, pronunciation, and grammar. The curriculum in all the classes is academic and challenging yet very practical. These classes are perfect if you are preparing for college study or need better English skills for your job or personal use. Content and complexity increase with each level. $290. 
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu 12:30–2:45 p.m. May 11–Jun 11 (In–Person)
Mon, Wed 6:30–9:30 p.m. May 11–Jun 24 (In–Person)

LISTENING AND SPEAKING CLASSES
Learn to use correct spoken English in everyday conversations. Develop confidence while you practice listening and speaking in an interactive, fun environment. Improve your pronunciation and expand vocabulary daily by learning and using new words and expressions. You will practice new vocabulary through repetition, group and pair work, and pronunciation exercises. Content and complexity increase with each level. $290.
Intensive Listening and Speaking 1A–5A
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu 9:30–11:45 a.m. May 11–Jun 11 (In–Person)

GRAMMAR SKILLS CLASSES
Learn important grammar topics and practice using them in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Do activities, submit recordings and writings, and get feedback from your teacher. This class is entirely online and does not have scheduled Zoom meetings. Study on your own time and at your own pace. Content and complexity increase with each level. This is a 6-week online course. $250. 
Intro to Fundamental Grammar Skills (Level 2)
Fundamental Grammar Skills (Level 3)
Intermediate Grammar Skills (Level 4)
Intro to Advanced Grammar Skills (Level 5)
Advanced Grammar Skills (Level 6)
May 11–Jun 26 (Flexible Online)

CAREER AND PROFESSIONAL ENGLISH CLASS

English for Workplace Success (Level 3 & 4)
Improve your English to help start or advance your career in the United States. In this class, you will strengthen your reading, writing, listening, speaking, and grammar skills while focusing on workplace activities and learning about U.S. work culture. You will also develop a resume, learn interviewing skills, and explore career resources. Free tuition; $60 materials fee.
Mon, Wed 6:30–8:30pm. May 11–Jun 24 (Scheduled Zoom)

English for CNA (Level 3+)**Application Required**
Improve your English while preparing to become a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA). In this class, you will learn the vocabulary and English skills needed to be successful as a CNA. This course is designed to support students taking CNA training courses at HCC, which have additional costs. Free tuition; $60 materials fee.
Mon, Wed 5:30–8 p.m. May 11–Jul 15 (In–Person)

Six Steps to Clearer Pronunciation *Professional English certificate* (Level 4+)
Practice pronunciation in the comfort of your own home, anywhere in the world! Your HCC ELC instructor will guide you through six detailed video lessons, with exercises to practice on your own. Record yourself with easy-to-use technology, and your instructor will respond privately to you with feedback and suggestions. A webcam with a microphone is required.  $300.
May 11–Jun 26 (Flexible Online)

Business Idioms *Professional English certificate* (Level 5+)
Idioms are everywhere in the American workplace. If you do not use these commonly spoken phrases, you may sound formal and stiff to colleagues and clients. In this interactive class, you will “roll up your sleeves” and learn how to use the most common idioms and respond confidently when you hear them in conversation or see them in writing. $300.
May 11–Jun 26 (Flexible Online)

Professional Writing *Professional English certificate* (Level 5+) 
This advanced-level ESL writing course will prepare professionals for business and professional writing. Work on various types of professional writing such as e-mail correspondence, conventions, memos, short reports, summaries, business letters, cover letters, and resumes. Vocabulary and grammar will be covered as well. Basic computer skills are required. $300.
May 11–Jun 26 (Flexible Online)

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In-Person - Class meets in person twice or four times a week. All day and afternoon classes will be in the Duncan Hall Building. All evening classes will be in the Hickory Ridge Building.
Flexible Online - Class is entirely on Canvas. Do course work whenever you have time. No Zoom meetings.
Scheduled Zoom - Class meets on Zoom 

COMPREHENSIVE CLASSES

Pre-Beginning Comprehensive B
Learn everyday, practical English and develop skills in listening, speaking, reading, writing, and grammar. Free tuition; $60 materials fee.
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu 9 a.m.–12:15 p.m. Jul 6–Aug 6 (In–Person)

Life Skills English Pre-Beginning A/B
This is a class for students who speak no English. Learn basic words and grammar to help adapt to life in the U.S. Free tuition; $60 materials fee.
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu 7–9:10 p.m. Jul 6–Aug 20 (In–Person)

Everyday English 1B
Improve the English skills needed for everyday life and work in this course for beginning students. Free tuition; $60 materials fee.
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu 7–9:10 p.m. Jul 6–Aug 20 (In–Person)

English 1B–5B
Improve all your English skills in one intensive class: listening, speaking, reading, writing, pronunciation, and grammar. The curriculum in all the classes is academic and challenging yet very practical. These classes are perfect if you are preparing for college study or need better English skills for your job or personal use. Content and complexity increase with each level. $290. 
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu 12:30–2:40 p.m. Jul 6–Aug 6 (In–Person)
Mon, Wed 6:30–9:30 p.m. Jul 6–Aug 19 (In–Person)

LISTENING AND SPEAKING CLASSES
Learn to use correct spoken English in everyday conversations. Develop confidence while you practice listening and speaking in an interactive, fun environment. Improve your pronunciation and expand vocabulary daily by learning and using new words and expressions. You will practice new vocabulary through repetition, group and pair work, and pronunciation exercises. Content and complexity increase with each level. $290.
Intensive Listening and Speaking 1B–5B
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu 9:30–11:40 a.m. Jul 6–Aug 6 (In–Person)

GRAMMAR SKILLS CLASSES
Learn important grammar topics and practice using them in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Do activities, submit recordings and writings, and get feedback from your teacher. This class is entirely online and does not have scheduled Zoom meetings. Study on your own time and at your own pace. Content and complexity increase with each level. This is a 6-week online course. $250. 
Intro to Fundamental Grammar Skills (Level 2)
Fundamental Grammar Skills (Level 3)
Intermediate Grammar Skills (Level 4)
Intro to Advanced Grammar Skills (Level 5)
Advanced Grammar Skills (Level 6)
Jul 6–Aug 21 (Flexible Online)

PROFESSIONAL ENGLISH CLASS

Six Steps to Clearer Pronunciation *Professional English certificate* (Level 4+)
Practice pronunciation in the comfort of your own home, anywhere in the world! Your HCC ELC instructor will guide you through six detailed video lessons, with exercises to practice on your own. Record yourself with easy-to-use technology, and your instructor will respond privately to you with feedback and suggestions. A webcam with a microphone is required. $300.
Jul 6–Aug 21 (Flexible Online)

Business Idioms *Professional English certificate* (Level 5+)
Idioms are everywhere in the American workplace. If you do not use these common phrases, you may sound formal and stiff to colleagues and clients. In this interactive class, you will “roll up your sleeves” and learn how to use the most common idioms for speaking and writing in a business setting. This is an interactive online class where you will communicate with your business English instructor through audio/video recordings and writing. You will get feedback on your English from your instructor every week. $300. 
Jul 6–Aug 21 (Flexible Online)

Professional Writing *Professional English certificate* (Level 5+) 
This advanced-level ESL writing course will prepare professionals for business and professional writing. Work on various types of professional writing such as e-mail correspondence, conventions, memos, short reports, summaries, business letters, cover letters, and resumes. Vocabulary and grammar will be covered as well. Basic computer skills are required. $300.
Jul 6–Aug 21 (Flexible Online)

Grammar for Business *Professional English certificate* (Level 5+)
This class will focus on grammar that is needed and used by business professionals. All the grammar points are taught using actual business scenarios. Lessons will focus on both written and spoken language. $300.
Mon, Wed 6:30–8:30 p.m. Jul 6–Aug 19 (Scheduled Zoom)

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