Start class anytime and learn at your own pace. New classes are starting soon.

Questions? Call (714) 808-4638 or E-mail ESL4ALL@noce.edu

Need help connecting to your online class and teacher? Want help creating an email account? Need extra practice with English?

Online ESL Student Support Center

Students can click on the teacher’s name to visit the ESL Student Support Center! *Hours are subject to change.

In-Person ESL Student Support Center

Students can visit any of the three ESL Student Support Centers in person! See schedules below. *Hours are subject to change.

Anaheim ESL Student Support Center (7th floor, Room 702)

Cypress ESL Student Support Center (Building TE2/Room 203)

Wilshire ESL Student Support Center (Building 200, Room 214

ESL Students Can:

Each ESL Student Support Center are an encouraging and supportive atmosphere. Hours are flexible—spend as much time as you need when the ESL Student Support Center is open. We are here to help and are available online throughout the semester. You can view the latest schedule for ESL Student Support Center updates. 

Apply and Register for Classes

• Apply for a Student ID: Online Application for All NOCE Programs (Adults 18+)
• Register for Classes: Refer to the NOCE Class Schedule for class details.

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The ESL College Success Program is designed for Intermediate-Advanced students who are interested in transitioning to college or vocational programs. 

The ESL College Success Program certificates are for students at higher levels who wish to transition to a Career Technical Education (CTE) Program or High School Diploma Program at NOCE, or to a college or university to continue their education. The ESL College Success classes focus on strengthening English skills for success in an academic setting.

ESL College Success Program Classes 

Benefits of the ESL College Success Program

Certificate of Completion – Students will receive a state-approved Certificate of Completion after passing each set of courses. Students are also able to participate in the annual NOCE Student Success Event. 

Credits toward other program requirements – ESLA 1065 will count toward the high school diploma requirement for English 1 or 2, or 10 elective credits. ESLA 1060, 1062, and 1067 may receive elective credits only.

Activities geared toward higher education goals – Students get to participate in the following activities while taking courses in the ESL College Success Program:

• Counselor presentations
• College orientation
• Cypress College campus field trip
• Fullerton College campus field trip

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A combination of language development and workforce preparation provides ESL students the skills to get a job and move into higher-wage jobs at a faster pace. Our Workforce Preparation classes help students look for, find, apply for jobs, and navigate the American workplace.

Start class anytime and learn at your own pace. New classes are starting soon.

Workforce Prep Classes Include:

• ESL Workforce Readiness Skills – Basic
  • Ask about job openings
  • Complete a job application
  • Practice job interview skills
  • Learn basic technologies such as Microsoft Word and e-mail
• ESL Workforce Readiness Skills – Advanced
  • Communicate with customers, co-workers, and managers
  • Read and understand work manuals, job descriptions, etc.
  • Conduct and analyze a career inventory
  • Expand technology and Internet skills
• ESL Workplace Advancement Skills – Basic
  • Develop communication and problem-solving skills
  • Complete accurate workplace forms
  • Identify various workplace tools
  • Demonstrate appropriate workplace etiquette
• ESL Workplace Advancement Skills – Advanced
  • Identify and analyze sources of information about expectations and cultural awareness
  • Demonstrate effective written language skills related to professional communication
  • Demonstrate effective oral language skills related to professional communication
  • Read and interpret professional workplace materials
  • Demonstrate computer skills in using word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software,  as well as the Internet

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Students who pass a combination of ESL Program classes qualify for state-approved certificates signed by the NOCE President and NOCCCD Chancellor. These certificates appear on a student’s official NOCE transcript.

Certificates of Completion are available from the State of California for core and specialty ESL Program classes.  These certificates are called Career Development and College Preparation (CDCP) and are designed to help students develop the skills to succeed in the workplace and higher education.

Core Certificates

ESL Integrated Skills

Specialty Certificates

ESL for Community Involvement

ESL Reading & Writing Skills

ESL Speaking Skills

ESL Specialty Courses

12 hours ESL Student Support Center (ESLA 001)

+ One elective: ESLA 180, 181, 182, 183, 185, 186, 211, 222, 223, 225, 226, 250, 251, 801, 804, or 815

College and Career Pathway Certificates

ESL for Workforce Preparation

Find Classes & Apply

• Learn more about our classes – NOCE Class Schedule
• Apply for a Banner ID – Online Application for All NOCE Programs (Adults 18+)

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• Spring Class Schedule Posted Online – Class Schedule is available now at: www.noce.edu/schedule
• Spring Registration Begins – Monday, December 6, 2021
• 2022 Spring Semester Starts – Tuesday, January 18, 2022

For registration assistance, contact our StarHelp Customer Service at: 714.808.4679 or starhelp@noce.edu.

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English as a second language (ESL) and Citizenship Preparation Program courses at NOCE are free to adults, ages 18 and up.

Start class anytime and learn at your own pace.

New Students

• Registration IN-PERSON

  Registration IN-PERSON:

  We are here to support you on your academic journey!

  See our hours located below:

  Anaheim Campus Admissions and Records

  • Location: 1830 W. Romneya Drive, Anaheim, CA 92801
    • Second Floor, Anaheim Campus.
  • Hours:
    • Monday – Thursday: 8 a.m. – 7 p.m.
    • Fridays: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.

   

  Cypress Center Admissions and Records

  • Location: NOCE Cypress Center, 9200 Valley View Street, Cypress, CA 90630, Building 100
  • Hours:
    • Monday – Thursday: 8 a.m. – 7 p.m.
    • Fridays: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.

   

  Wilshire Center Admissions and Records

  • Location: NOCE Wilshire (Fullerton) Center, 315 E. Wilshire Ave, Fullerton, CA 92832, Building 300
  • Hours:
    • Monday – Thursday: 8 a.m. – 7 p.m.
    • Fridays: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.

   

  Contact Information: (714) 484-7038 | starhelp@noce.edu
• Registration ONLINE

  APPLY TO NOCE Apply at www.noce.edu/apply

   

  Part 1: Complete the NOCE Interest Form

  • Complete your contact information
  • Click submit

   

  Part 2: Create an OpenCCC Account

  You will receive a Welcome email from the California Community College Website with your account information and a code. Important: This code is NOT your student ID.

  Do you need a step-by-step guide? Visit How to Create an OpenCCC Account – Application Part 1

   

  Part 3: Complete the Noncredit College Application

  Complete the form with your information. If you have questions or need assistance, please contact us at (714) 808-4679 or (714) 808-4638.

  • In 24-48 hours, you will receive your Student ID required for the remaining steps.

  Do you need a step-by-step guide? Visit How to Apply to NOCE – Application Part 2

   

  COMPLETE ESL ASSESSMENT AND REGISTRATION

  • Make an appointment with the ESL Program at (714) 808-4638 or ESL4ALL@noce.edu.
  • Complete your assessment and registration with the program
  • Once registered, your instructor or a staff member will reach out to you regarding how to access your course

   

  COMPLETE NOCE ESL ORIENTATION

  Visit myGateway at: mg.nocccd.edu

  • Login to myGateway
  • Your user is your Student ID number if you don’t remember your password. Click on Forgot Password. Then follow the steps on the email that you will receive (the same email address that you used in your registration the first time)
  • Click on the NOCE link on the left-hand side of the homepage Under NOCE Orientations.
  • Click on the NOCE ESL Orientation link in-person or online orientation options are available

   

  Contact (714) 808-4682 for more information.

Returning Students

Welcome back! To register for classes, follow these steps:

• If you have not taken an ESL course in the last 3 months, you must schedule an appointment to retake the placement test to determine what class you should take.
• After you enroll in a class, your instructor will contact you about how you can access your course. 
• Attend throughout the semester
• For questions about the ESL/Citizenship Program, call (714) 808-4638 or e-mail ESL4ALL@noce.edu.

Need Help?

• Help with Registration?
• Help with Technical Support?
• Help with ESL Program?

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Our Citizenship Preparation Program gets prospective candidates ready for the United States citizenship process. 

You will learn how to complete all required immigration forms and practice for the citizenship test by becoming familiar with United States (U.S.) history and understanding the rights and responsibilities of being a U.S. citizen.

Class Instruction Will Prepare You For:

• Filing for Citizenship

  You will learn how to complete all required naturalization forms issued by the United States Citizenship Immigration and Service (USCIS) department by:

  • Ensuring all requirements for citizenship can and will be completed
  • Filling out the ‘N 400’ forms
• The “100” USCIS Questions

  The instructor will provide you with:

  • List of 100 sample questions on the exam
  • Guidance to produce organized and complete answers to citizenship questions 
• U.S. History and Government

  Learn about United States government, including:

  • How city, county, and state government works
  • City, local, and elected state officials

  Learn about United States history, including:

  • The first settlements and growth of the colonies
  • The Revolutionary War
  • The Declaration of Independence and writing of the U.S. Constitution
  • Abraham Lincoln and the Civil War
  • United States in the 20th Century
  • Martin Luther King, Jr. and the Civil Rights Movement
• The USCIS Interview

  The class will cover basic English fluency requirements, including:

  • Sample dictation sentences
  • Citizenship interview practice
  • The naturalization ceremony and the Oath of Allegiance
• Participate in NOCE’s Student Success Event
  • Completion event is held annually at the end of the spring semester
  • Your hard work is celebrated by peers, instructors, and other NOCE staff, as well as your own family and friends

Register for Classes

• Refer to the NOCE Class Schedule for class details.

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Our ESL Specialty classes provide extra support and practice with specific skills to develop language fluency.

Whether you need help with computer skills or English pronunciation, the ESL Specialty classes are available to all students online and in-person. These classes are recommended to help students get the extra practice they need to advance in their ESL Program classes or in their personal life. For most topics, there are now separate classes available for students in the Beginning or Intermediate/Advanced levels. 

ESL Specialty Classes We Offer Include:

• ESL Computer Skills

  The Beginning level includes the following basic skills:

  • Computer parts
  • Keyboarding
  • Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • Print Shop

  The emphasis for the beginning level is to build confidence in computer use to improve English skills.

  The Intermediate-Advanced level includes the following enhanced computer application tasks using:

  • Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Publisher
  • Print Shop
  • The Internet

  The emphasis for the Intermediate-Advanced level is to build confidence in independent projects to improve English skills. Students will be actively involved in computer projects linking the academic environment with their communities.
• ESL Speaking Skills

  Designed for Intermediate to Advanced ESL learners to improve their English, this course includes:

  • Conversation practice

  Pronunciation practice   
  
  Coming soon:  Beginning Pronunciation/Conversation Skills
• Reading and Writing

  These courses are designed for Beginning and Intermediate/Advanced students.

  The Reading class focuses on:

  • Comprehension
  • Vocabulary skills
  • Critical thinking skills
  • The Writing class focuses on: Sentence structure
  • Prewriting
  • Outlining
  • Drafting
  • Revising
  • Editing
• Grammar Review

  This course has been divided into separate classes for Beginning or Intermediate/Advanced ESL Program students. Students will learn to understand grammar structures in everyday situations. They will focus on practicing grammar in:

  • oral communication
  • written communication

  Note: These courses supplement core ESL Program courses or work as stand-alone courses.
• Vocabulary Review

  This course is divided into separate classes for Beginning or Intermediate/Advanced ESL Program students. Students will review, expand, and retain basic vocabulary words and phrases. 
  Note: These courses supplement core ESL courses or work as stand-alone courses.

Check Out Our ESL Specialty Classes

• Refer to the NOCE Class Schedule for details.

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Learn to speak English. Improve your writing. Prepare for the workplace. Grow your computer skills. Take a free English as a second language (ESL) course at NOCE.

Start class anytime and learn at your own pace. New classes are starting soon.

Before enrolling, we will test your current English language skills. This test helps you start in the correct course level. After the test, you can take individual ESL classes or follow a program. Earn up to three certificates:

• Beginning
• Intermediate/Advanced
• Academic Success

Why ESL at NOCE?

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