English as a Second Language

ARTS & HUMANITIES DIVISION

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The English as a Second Language classes are designed for immigrants, refugees, permanent residents, and U.S. citizens. People on student or tourist visas are not eligible and should contact International Student Programs at (425) 564-2341. These classes have a $25 tuition charge per student per quarter with a waiver for students who cannot pay. Students need to have an assessment for proper placement before beginning classes. Come to R230 or call (425) 564-2341 for more information.

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Job Preparedness

Prerequisite: Must be eligible to work in the U.S. Call (425) 564-2341 for more information or come in to R230.

DEVED 020             Job Preparedness  . V1-4 CR

For beginning level ESL. Students learn to write a resume, complete application forms, and find employment.

         A                staff    MW 5:30p-8:40p     D103

DEVED 020             Job Preparedness  . V1-4 CR

For intermediate level English speakers. Intensive practice in speaking, listening, reading, and writing helps students prepare for work.

         B                staff    TTh 5:30p-8:40p     D103

DEVED 020             Job Preparedness . V1-4 CR

For intermediate/advanced level ESL. Students learn to write a resume, complete application forms, and find employment.

         C                staff    MW 5:30p-8:40p     R101

ENGLISH LANGUAGE INSTITUTE

The English Language Institute offers English language training for all non-native speakers of English, including immigrants, refugees, permanent residents, U.S. citizens, and foreign nationals holding all types of visas. You can register for the following classes by phone, on campus with International Student Programs in B233 in the Student Services Building. Payment is due at the time of registration. For additional information about our programs or to register, please call (425) 564-3185. Books and other classroom materials can be purchased at the BCC Bookstore. English Language Institute Classes meet 6/27 8/13. No classes July 4.

CREDIT CLASSES

International Business Professions Program (IBP)

(Interview with IBP director required)

IBP 076    International Business

Tuition: $668.35.

        A                staff    MTWTh 2:30p-4:00p              TBA

Class meets 6/24-8/8.

IBP 077    Observation Preparation

Tuition: $715.95; includes Computer Lab Fee $47.60..

        A                staff    MTWTh 12:45p-2:15p              TBA

Class meets 6/24-8/8.

INTST 150              International Business

Tuition: $688.35.

        A                staff    MTWTh 12:30p-2:20p              TBA

Class meets 6/24-8/8.

ALL 290   Internship Prep

Tuition: $715.95; includes Computer Lab Fee $47.60..

        A                staff    MTWTh 12:45p-2:25p            TBA

Class meets 6/24-8/8.

UNIVERSITY PREP

ELIUP 100              University Preparation

The English Language Institute offers intensive English language training for foreign students preparing to enter U.S. colleges or universities. Tuition: $2496 plus fees.

        A                staff    daily  arranged       R230

Class meets 6/24-8/8. Students must attend testing days on 6/23.

ELIUP 001              Reading

Tuition: $624 plus fees.

        A                staff    daily  arranged       R230

Class meets 6/24-8/8. Students must attend testing days 6/23.

ELIUP 002              Speaking/Listening

Tuition: $624 plus fees.

        A                staff    daily  arranged       R230

Class meets 6/24-8/8. Students must attend testing days 6/23.

ELIUP 003              Writing

Tuition: $1248 plus fees.

        A                staff    daily  arranged       R230

Class meets 6/24-8/8. Students must attend testing days 6/23.

NON-CREDIT ESL

Academic and Professional English

Classes meet 6/24-8/8. No classes July 4.

ELENG 081            TOEFL Prep

Tuition: $265.00 plus $17.80 computer fee.

        A                staff    WF 10:00a-12:20p    TBA

Class meets 6/25-8/8.

         B                staff    TTH 5:30p-7:40p    TBA

Class meets 6/24-8/5.

ELISP 021               Business Communication

Tuition: $240.

         A                staff    MW 6:30p-8:20p     TBA

Class meets 6/25-8/6.

Conversational English

ELENG 011            Introduction to English

        A                Class Cancelled

ELENG 021            English Conversation I

Tuition: $240.

        A                staff    TTh 9:30a-11:20a   TBA

         B                staff    TTh 5:30p-7:20p     TBA

Classes meet 6/24-8/5.

ELENG 022            English Conversation II

Tuition: $240.

        A                staff    TTh 9:30a-11:20a     TBA

         B                staff    TTh 5:30p-7:20p     TBA

Classes meet 6/24 - 8/5.

ELENG 061            Reading and Writing for Pleasure

Tuition: $160.

        A                staff    TWTh 11:30a-12:20p               TBA

Class meets 6/24-8/5.

ELENG 062            English through Current Events

Tuition: $195.

        A             Class Cancelled.

ELENG 052            Everyday Idioms and Expressions

Tuition: $85.

        A                staff    W 12:30p-1:20p       TBA

Class meets 6/25-7/30.

General English

ELENG 041            Grammar Review I

Tuition: $240.

        A                staff    TTh 9:30a-11:20a   TBA

Class meets 6/24-8/5.

ELENG 042            Grammar Review II

Tuition: $240.

        A                staff    MW 9:30a-11:20a    TBA

         B            Class Cancelled

ELENG 043            Grammar Review III

Tuition: $140.

        A                staff    TTh 12:30p-1:20p    TBA

Classes meet 6/24-8/5

ELENG 031            Vocabulary In Use

        A                Class Cancelled

ELISP 011               Accent Reduction

Tuition: $240.

        A                staff    MW 9:30a-11:20a     TBA

Classes meet 6/25- 8/6

         B                staff    TTh 6:30p-8:20p     TBA

Classes meet 6/24- 8/5