English Language Acquisition
(Formerly ESL)
Learning English can be the first step to a better life for you and your family. ELA classes help students develop skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing English. Classes are affordable and various levels of instruction are available to match your current English skills. Our classes are appropriate for students who want to get started learning English all the way to those preparing for college-level work.
What our students say
“The experience I had as a student with the ESL and ABE teachers attending YVC was wonderful, pleasant, and helpful for my education and to be better as a human being, because I became more patient and passionate in all what I do.”
“I highly recommend this program to everyone trying to learn or improve their English. As a person who did not have much education and studying experience, I’ve learned a lot and now I am able to communicate more in English.”
“I would recommend YVC to others wanting to earn a degree. Every instructor I have had has always been willing to help me whenever I needed something. Receiving financial assistance helped me a lot. I didn’t have to worry about how I was going to pay for my education.”
HOW TO SIGN UP
Enrollment is ongoing. Tuition is $25 per quarter.
FOLLOW THESE STEPS
STEP 1
Contact College & Career Readiness at 509.574.6850 or ccr@yvcc.edu to learn more or register.
STEP 2
Get scheduled for advising appointment with an ELA instructor to be placed into the appropriate course level.
STEP 3
Upon completion of the assessment, students will be registered to their classes and begin their studies. The tuition fee is $25. Pay online or by phone at 509.574.4600; Spanish 509.882.7018.
Getting Started
Once signed up, students will get scheduled for a phone interview with an ELA instructor to be placed into the appropriate course level.
The ELA classes are designed for immigrants, refugees, permanent residents, and U.S. citizens. People on student or tourist visas are not eligible and should contact the International Student Program at 509.574.4885 or isp@yvcc.edu.
Campus Locations and Learning Centers
Yakima Campus
509.574.6850
S. 16th & Nob Hill Blvd., Yakima, WA 98902 (Sundquist)
Grandview Campus
509.882.7000
500 W. Main Street, Grandview, WA 98930
Ellensburg
509.201.1269
401 E. Mountainview, Ellensburg, WA 98926
Toppenish
509.834.4550
720 West Third Avenue, Toppenish, WA 98948