English as a Second Language (ELL) Certificate of Completion
Type: Certificate of Completion Credit (CO)
Special Admissions
Division: Liberal Studies
Basic Language Skills Core
| ESL062 | Intermediate ESL Grammar 2 | 6 |
| ESL064 | Intermediate ESL Reading and Vocabulary 2 | 3 |
| ESL066 | Intermediate ESL Writing 2 | 3 |
| ESL076 | Intermediate ESL Listening and Speaking 2 | 3 |
| or by Assessment Test | |
First Year
Fall
| ESL110 | Advanced ESL Grammar 1 | 3 |
| ESL112 | Advanced ESL Reading and Vocabulary 1 | 3 |
| ESL114 | Advanced ESLWriting 1 | 3 |
| ESL116 | Advanced ESL Listening and Speaking 1 | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 12 |
Spring
| ESL122 | Advanced ESL Reading and Vocabulary 2 | 3 |
| ESL126 | Advanced ESL Listening and Speaking 2 | 3 |
| ESL128 | Advanced ESL Writing and Grammar 2 | 6 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 12 |
Total Credit Hours: 24
Course Learning and Credentialing Options
Distance Learning - some sections of the above courses may be available through a distance learning format.
For information, please go to www.northshore.edu/distance.
Alternative Credentialing - Alternative options for earning course credit may exist and can be explored through the Center for Alternative Studies and Educational Testing.
For information, please go to www.northshore.edu/cas.
Program Information
- Six credits of Advanced Level 1 or 2 ESL courses may fulfill up to 6 Open Elective credits in an NSCC career certificate or associate degree as applicable.
- Students interested in completing the Certificate of Completion must consult with the Chairperson of the ESL Department.
- A Certificate of Completion may be awarded to students who complete ESL122 Advanced ESL Reading and Vocabulary 2, and ESL128 Advanced ESL Writing and Grammar 2 with a grade of "C" or better and who establish listening and oral proficiency as determined by ESL126 Advanced ESL Listening and Speaking 2 with a grade of "C" or better or by ESL Departmental assessment.
- Students are strongly urged to meet with their academic advisor on a semester basis or as needed to review the prerequisites of each course within the program and discuss course selections for successful completion of this program.
Admissions and Transfer Information
- This is an Open Admissions Program - Proof of high school graduation or the equivalent is required for admission to this program.
Additional Information
Please visit www.northshore.edu/academics/programs for more information about this Program of Study.