Advanced American College English

ESL students are placed within the sequence of courses in the Advanced American College English Certificate according to their English fluency. Students completing this pattern of study will have a proficient level of fluency in the English language which will help them be successful in academic courses, CTE courses, or general employment.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, students should be able to:

  • Produce academic essays in English at a proficient/advanced level.

  • Communicate in English with flexibility in academic college or business contexts.

  • Demonstrate a general awareness of patterns and expectations of United States culture, especially in the college and business environments.

Program Requirements

Required Courses (108 hours)

Course Title Hours
ESL-850 Advanced American College English 108.00

Elective Courses (36-108 hours)

Select one course from the following:

Course Title Hours
ESL-849 High-Intermediate American College English 108.00
ESL-873 High Intermediate Reading and Vocabulary 90.00
ESL-893 Oral Skills III: Advanced Oral Communication 72.00
ESL-895 Pronunciation 72.00
ESL-890D Special Topics in ESL: Verb Tense Review 36.00
ESL-890L Special Topics in English as a Second Language: Punctuation of Phrases and Clauses 36.00
ESL-890M Special Topics in English as a Second Language: Articles and Prepositions 36.00
ESL-890P Special Topics in ESL: Mastering Academic Vocabulary 36.00

Total Hours 144.00-216.00