Are you a non-native English speaker looking to improve your English skills?
Our ESL program can help you learn English to support your social, academic, and professional goals. With courses in grammar, listening & speaking, and reading & writing at five proficiency levels, you can build your skills in a supportive environment. Earn a certificate of completion or competency with our free and repeatable noncredit courses. Or complete a certificate of accomplishment while earning college credit!
Career Opportunities
The ESL program will prepare you for:
- continuing your college education in the program of your choice
- learning a trade
- finding employment
Certificates
Change your life with an ESL certificate. Our program gives you options to explore.
- Certificate of Accomplishment - ESL Conversation
- Certificate of Accomplishment - Advanced ESL Reading and Writing
- Certificate of Accomplishment - ESL College Readiness (ESL-117A + ESL-110 or 115)- coming 2024-25
- Certificate of Accomplishment - ESL Transition to College-level English
- Certificate of Competency - Beginning ESL for Career Success (ESL-030NC + ESL-031NC)
- Certificate of Competency - Beginning ESL Success (ESL-065NC + ESL-067NC)
- Certificate of Competency - Intermediate ESL Success (ESL-077NC + ESL-070NC or ESL075NC)
- Certificate of Competency - Intermediate English for College and Career Success (ESL-040NC + ESL-041NC)
- Certificate of Competency - High-Intermediate ESL Success (ESL-087NC, ESL-080NC, ESL-085NC
- Certificate of Competency – Advanced ESL Success (ESL-097ANC, ESL-090NC, ESL-095NC)
The ESL program at DVC and joining Puente transformed my academic journey. With invaluable mentorship and a welcoming environment, I improved my English skills significantly. Now, proudly considering DVC my alma mater, I'm applying to transfer to UC Berkeley.
Edgardo De La Rosa Vittet, Student
About degrees and certificates
Certificates:
A certificate readily prepares you to enter a particular field or career. It can also give you new skills for advancement in the workplace.
Associate Degrees:
An associate degree requires a broader education for career options in a range of industries. It's a great step towards earning a bachelor degree at a four-year school or entering the workforce sooner.
Associate Degrees for Transfer:
A transfer degree is equivalent to the first two years of a bachelor’s degree program. Earning one can guarantee admission to California State Universities, some private and online universities, and Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). ADTs, along with a transfer agreement guarantee (TAG) with the University of California system can help you achieve your goals for less. Learn about transfer services.