This program will work towards developing the English skills that students need in order to successfully achieve competency in ESOL for Low Intermediate (Level 3). This program will build upon the Beginning ESOL Literacy classes already offered in the community and serve as a bridge into LCC.
This program will also serve as a connection to short-term, accelerated, or certificate based Career Technical Education learning opportunities offered at LCC for both non-credit and credit programs.
ESOL Non-Credit
- Improve your English and later enroll in Credit ESOL.
- Improve your English to get a job or a better job.
- Communicate better in English in everyday life.
Non-Credit ESOL Enrollment Process
Enrollment Steps:
- Apply to LCC as a student and receive an LCC student number (X00…).
Apply to LCC
- Show your placement levels
- If you do not have a Comprehensive Adult Student Assessment System (CASAS) score,
you will need to take the LCC ESL Placement test in the LCC Placement Testing Center in the Gannon Building at the Downtown campus or at the LCC West campus.
Register to take the Placement Test
Note: Choose the “LCC Placement Test – Accuplacer” Group option, when registering for the placement exam. Then, choose the Accuplacer – English as Second Language test. - If you do have your CASAS score, you will need to bring proof of the score to the LCC Placement Testing Center in the Gannon Building at the LCC Downtown campus (address below).
- If you do not have a Comprehensive Adult Student Assessment System (CASAS) score,
you will need to take the LCC ESL Placement test in the LCC Placement Testing Center in the Gannon Building at the Downtown campus or at the LCC West campus.
- After you take the placement test or submit your CASAS score to the LCC Placement Testing Center, LCC with connect you with Yvonne Creamer, Global Student Support Specialist, to assist you with enrolling in the class.
411 N. Grand Avenue, Lansing, MI 48911
LCC Downtown Campus
Gannon Building, Room 2228
Need help?
Contact, Yvonne Creamer, Global Student Services Specialist
Phone: 517-483-1196
Email: creamef@lcc.edu
ESOL Credit
- Improve your English skills to earn a certificate, degree, or transfer to a four-year college.
- For high-beginning to advanced students in an academic setting.
- Communicate more successfully in English in your everyday life.
International Students
Students with an F-1 or M-1 visa who are currently attending another U.S. college and intend to take a small number of classes at LCC are considered as guest students.
Class Descriptions
ESOL Low Intermediate
This 8-week non-credit course is the Low Intermediate ESOL reading, speaking, writing, and listening course for English as a Second Language learners. This course is an accelerated course, utilizing lectures and online instruction. This course focuses on assisting students in further developing fluency and accuracy in speaking and reading skills for college and workplace success.
Students will be able to develop and apply additional strategies for comprehending and processing written and spoken passages. Students will be able to expand their vocabulary building skills and improve their reading strategies, reading and listening comprehension, and speaking skills. Audio equipment and computers are available to aid students in developing proficiency. In addition to class time, students are expected to spend 4-6 hours/week on course work.
Placement Scores: ESL Test AVERAGE 89-99 (ESOL 3; no score below 84), and Listening >50 (ESLL 1).
Multi-Skills
Multi-Skills for ESOL Low Intermediate
This 8-week non-credit course is the intermediate ESOL Multi-skills course for English as a Second Language learners. This course focuses on improving and building upon the skills and strategies acquired in NCEL 030.
Placement Scores: ESL Test AVERAGE 89-99 (ESOL 3; no score below 84), and Listening >50 (ESLL 1).
Health Careers for ESOL
Health Careers for ESOL
This 8-week non-credit course is focuses on vocabulary specifically used in health-related situations. The vocabulary is essential for students planning to work in a field related to health care. The course also explores various careers in the health field, with an emphasis on short-term certificate programs that lead to employment in one-to-two semesters. This course is an accelerated course, using lecture and online instruction. Students will be able to expand their vocabulary building skills and improve their reading strategies, reading and listening comprehension, speaking skills, and writing skills. Audio equipment and computers are available to aid students in building fluency. Students are expected to work 4-6 hours/week in addition to class time.Placement Scores:
P in NCEL 030 and 033 + Writing Level 2 from Writeplacer Test
OR
Score of READ 2 and Write 2 from Next Gen Reading and Writeplacer Tests
Current Course Schedule
2022 Schedule
ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE Courses · Fall 2021
NCEL 030
ESOL Low Intermediate Accelerated
Pass/Fail (P/Z)
Recommended Placement Scores: ESL Test AVERAGE 89-99 (no score below 84) and Listening >50
Description:
This 8-week non-credit course is the Low Intermediate ESOL reading, speaking, writing, and listening course for English as a Second Language learners. This course is an accelerated course, utilizing lectures and online instruction. This course focuses on assisting students in further developing fluency and accuracy in speaking and reading skills for college and workplace success.
Students will be able to develop and apply additional strategies for comprehending and processing written and spoken passages. Students will be able to expand their vocabulary building skills and improve their reading strategies, reading and listening comprehension, and speaking skills. Audio equipment and computers are available to aid students in developing proficiency. In addition to class time, students are expected to spend 4-6 hours/week on course work.
Placement Scores: ESL Test AVERAGE 89-99 (ESOL 3; no score below 84), and Listening >50 (ESLL 1).
Course Note: For any questions, please contact the Job Training Center at (517) 483-1857. Cost of this class is $50.
Morning Classes
11913
Lecture
0.00/ 0.00
08/18/2022 - 10/11/2022
T, Th.
9:10 AM - 11:10 AM
Hyflex
Leighton
Evening Classes
11916
Lecture 0.00/ 0.00 08/22/2022 - 10/12/2022 M,W 06:40 PM - 08:40 PM Hyflex Garayta / Leighton NCEL 033
Multi-Skills III for ESOL Low Intermediate
Pass/Fail (P/Z)
This 8-week non-credit course is the intermediate ESOL Multi-skills course for English as a Second Language learners. This course focuses on improving and building upon the skills and strategies acquired in NCEL 030.
Placement Scores: ESL Test AVERAGE 89-99 (ESOL 3; no score below 84), and Listening >50 (ESLL 1).
Course Note: For any questions, please contact the Job Training Center at (517) 483-1857. Cost of this class is $50.
Morning Classes
11914 Lecture
0.00/ 0.00
10/13/2022 - 12/08/2022
T, Th.
9:10 AM - 11:10 AM
Hyflex
Leighton
Evening Classes
11915 Lecture 0.00/ 0.00 10/17/2022 - 12/07/2022 M,W 06:40 PM - 08:40 PM Hyflex Garayta / Leighton
Ready for College?
ESOL Credit Classes
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Course |
Title |
CRN |
Meeting Dates |
Meeting Days |
Meeting Times |
Location |
Instructor |
Comments |
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ESOL098 |
ESL Combined Skills Level 4 |
- |
- |
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- |
- |
Denise Warner |
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ESOL 098 - ESL COMBINED SKILLS LEVEL 4 Prepares non-native speakers of English for success in college courses. A theme-based approach helps learners develop reading, writing, academic vocabulary, grammar, and critical thinking skills. Emphasis on technology skills for academic work including word processing, MLA/APA format, D2L dropbox and discussion boards. Students should meet with an academic advisor to determine which concurrent enrollment options to select. (F,Sp,Su) Prerequisite Courses: Minimum 2.5 in (ESOL 090 and ESOL 095) or placement scores noted
below
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ESOL099 |
ESL Combined Skills Level 5 |
- |
- |
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- |
- |
Aleksandra Carpio |
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ESOL 099 - ESL COMBINED SKILLS LEVEL 5 Advanced level non-native speakers of English will develop reading, vocabulary, and grammar skills for academic success. Students will use college-level texts to develop reading, writing, and critical skills. Emphasis on technology skills for academic work. Students should meet with an academic advisor to determine which concurrent enrollment options to select. Reading Level 5 and Writing Level 6 granted upon successful completion (exit competency 2.5). (F,Sp,Su) Prerequisite Course: Minimum 2.5 in ESOL 098 or Placement Scores noted below |
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NCEL101 |
ESOL Skills Lab |
N/A |
N/A |
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NOT IN SESSION |
TBD |
Aleksandra Carpio |
This section meets on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays 12:30pm-2:30pm. Students may choose to attend any day that best fits their schedule. Two hours per week is recommended. |
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NCEL101 |
ESOL Skills Lab |
N/A |
N/A |
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NOT IN SESSION |
TBD |
Aleksandra Carpio |
This section meets on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesday, and Thursdays 4:00pm-6:00pm. Students may choose to attend any day that best fits their schedule. Two hours per week is recommended. |
Contact ESOL
For more information, please contact Capital Area Michigan Works at 517-492-5580.
Yvonne Creamer
Global Student Services Specialist
Phone: 517-483-1196
Email: creamef@star.lcc.edu