The English for Speakers of Other Languages project-based learning program is designed to assist beginning, intermediate, and advanced ESOL students develop their English language skills in grammar, writing, conversation, and math.  Individuals develop job readiness, keyboarding, and word processing skills.

Prerequisites:   n/a

Age:  Adults 17+

Location Served:  Rochester/Monroe County and surrounding counties

English for Speakers of Other Languages Entry Requirements: 

• Curent Year Income
  • 1040/1040A or 1040 EZ Tax Form (wage statement and paystubs NOT accepted); or
  • Letter of Introduction and current Budget Sheet from DHS; or
  • Total income from Social Security, Disability, or Supplemental Security
• Photo Identification
  • United States Citizenship (New York State Driver License, United States Passport or NYS Department of Human Services Photo Benefit Card); or 
  • Legal Alien Status (I-94 or Green Card)
• Criterion Referenced English Syntax (CREST) Test
  • Beginning ESOL (Level 1): 20%-34% CREST score
  • Intermediate ESOL (Level II): 35%-49% CREST score
  • Advanced ESOL (Level III): 50%+CREST score
• Immunization Record
  • MMR record from physician

Program Duration:  10 weeks - 30 weeks (progress-based)

Academic Calendar and Hours of Program Operation:  Please Click Here for Current Program Schedule.

Cost: Tuition-free

Additional Fees: n/a

Career Options: Complete ESL Program Requirements to obtain GED, to further vocational or higher education, or to obtain employment.

Career Outlook: Click Here to view career options in America's Job Bank.

NOTE: ALL INFORMATION IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE