ESL (English for Non-Native English Speakers)

WCC offers classes to all adults in Whatcom County who want to improve skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing English. Classes are offered at several locations. The following classes are available quarterly:

• Listening/Speaking
• Reading/Writing
• Job Skills
• Computer Skills (On-Campus Only)
• Short-Term Employment Classes (On-Campus Only)
• Family Literacy
• Civics

Information and course descriptions are available online. Use this link, Class Schedules by Quarter , and then select the appropriate quarter.

Tuition & Fees

Tuition is $25 per quarter for students enrolled in ESL classes on campus. Students may apply for a waiver of tuition, based on financial need.

On-Campus Orientation and Registration (required)

All new students who wish to take classes on-campus must first attend an Orientation session. (see schedule below)

• Pre-registration is required. Please call (360) 383-3060 or stop by Cascade Hall 167, Office of Transitional Learning (ESL office) for a registration packet.

• After orientation an additional 2-days may be required for placement testing to determine the student's level. The additional dates will be given during orientation. They are typically in the same week as the orientation.

• ESL orientation is free. Classes are $25 a quarter. Waivers are available to eligible students.
  

ESL Orientations for the 2009-10 Academic year

Fall 2009

October 26th      8:30 am to 11:30       Kelly 105
October 26th      6:00 to 9:00 pm        Cascade 104

Winter Quarter 2010

January 4th        8:30 to 11:30 or 6:00 to 9:00 pm      Kelly 206
February 8th       8:30 to 11:30 or 6:00 to 9:00 pm      TBD (call 383-3060)

Spring Quarter 2010

April 5th      8:30 to 11:30 or 6:00 to 9:00 pm       Kelly 206
May 10th     8:30 to 11:30 or 6:00 to 9:00 pm      TBD (call 383-3060)

Summer Quarter 2010

June 28th      8:30 to 11:30 or 6:00 to 9:00 pm      Kelly 206 

Off-Campus Orientation and Registration

Currently we have classes in Nooksack, Ferndale, Sterling Meadows & Garden St. Methodist (HeadStart). For specific information about off-campus classes, contact Tobi Jean Martinez at (360) 383-3060 or email

Additional Information

For additional information about the ESL program, contact Tobi Jean Martinez (360) 383-3060 or email Tobi Martinez at