The English as a Second Language (ESL) Program at Cañada College prepares immigrant and international students to achieve their academic, vocational and personal goals. In alignment with the college mission, the ESL program offers classes so that students can develop language and academic skills including analytical, critical, and creative thinking, and effective communication.

Students completing this program will be able to:

• Produce and interpret oral and written English in order to successfully enter academic or career pathways.
• Successfully use academic resources, study skills, and technology competency skills.
• Develop specific academic and career goals by creating a Student Educational Plan (SEP) and/or identifying and assessing educational opportunities