Free esl classes for adults near me

Northern Shenandoah Valley Adult Education offers FREE classes that help adult speakers of other languages learn to speak, read and write English.

• FREE day and evening in-person or online classes in your area
• Beginner to Advanced classes available for native speakers of ALL languages

Para más información en español, por favor llame (540) 869-0778.

Register for ESL Classes

Register for English  classes in person at the following locations, dates and times. If you would like an online class, please choose the online option below. You can click here to see our spring class schedule.

Note: Please do not bring children to registration. Registration for in-person classes takes two hours, and it is not necessary to pre-register for in-person classes.

Winchester

• Grace Lutheran Church • 26 West Boscawen St. • January 5 & 10 •  9 a.m.
• Daniel Morgan Intermediate School • 48 S. Purcell Ave. • January 4 & 9 • 6 p.m.
• Early registration is available for in-person Winchester classes! If you’d like to register early, please fill out this form and someone will call you to schedule a time to register.

Frederick County

• Laurel Ridge Community College (The Lodge) • 173 Skirmisher Lane • January 4 & 9 • 9 a.m.
• Millbrook High School • 251 First Woods Dr. • January 5 & 10 •  6 p.m.
• Early registration is available for in-person classes in the Winchester area! If you’d like to register early, please fill out this form and someone will call you to schedule a time to register.

Front Royal

• Blue Ridge Technical Center • 280 Luray Ave. • January 5 & 10 • 6 p.m.

Shenandoah County

• Central High School • 1147 Susan Ave. • January 4 & 9 • 6 p.m.
• Woodstock Presbyerian Church • 142 E. Court St. • January 5 & 10 • 9 a.m.

Clarke County

• Clarke County School Board Office, Door C • 317 W Main St, Berryville, VA 22611 • January 5 & 10 • 6 p.m.

Page County

• Laurel Ridge Luray-Page County Center • 200 College Drive • January 5 & 10 • 6 p.m.

Online

• All students who want an online class must pre-register no later than December 5th. Please click here to sign up for online classes.

Other

• If you do not live within driving distance of any of the above locations, click here to find programs in your area.

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The Literacy Level ESL certificate of competency develops the ability of non-English speaking students in basic literacy skills, including reading, writing, listening, speaking, and conversational skills. The certificate prepares students for enhanced job opportunities, transition to academic studies and increased community participation.

Program Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate basic literacy skills, including reading, writing, listening, speaking, and conversational skills.
2. Demonstrate basic knowledge of civic-related issues.

Beginning English as a Second Language

Certificate of Competency

Total Lecture Hours: 108
(State Code: 36668; TOP Code: 493087; Academic Plan: C036668E)

The Beginning English as a Second Language certificate of competency is designed to give fundamental reading, writing, listening, and speaking to limited-English speaking students, preparing them for enhanced job opportunities, academic studies, and increased community participation.

1. Demonstrate fundamental reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills in English.

English as a Second Language - Civics

Certificate of Competency

Total Lecture Hours: 324
(State Code: 24344; TOP Code: 493087; Academic Plan: C024344E)

The English as a Second Language - Civics certificate of competency enhances the English language skills of limited English-speaking students while preparing them for the United States Citizenship Exam. Students practice fundamental reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills to prepare them for enhanced job opportunities and increased civic participation.

1. Demonstrate knowledge of citizenship and civic-related issues.
2. Demonstrate basic communication skills of listening and speaking necessary to perform everyday activities.
3. Demonstrate basic communication skills of reading and writing necessary to perform everyday activities.

Vocational English as a Second Language I

Certificate of Completion

Total Lecture Hours: 162
(State Code: 24099; TOP Code: 4931.00; Academic Plan: C024099)

The Vocational English as a Second Language II certificate of competency is designed to help students increase proficiency in listening, speaking, reading, writing, and critical thinking skills to further their education, enter the workforce, and actively participate in the community.

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