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About the Program
Our ESL courses deliver basic skills instruction that will put you on the path toward becoming a fluent speaker of the English language. Courses help you practice speaking, reading, and writing in English. We offer beginning, intermediate, and advanced ESL courses.
Benefits of Learning English as a Speaker of Other Languages
Becoming fluent in English can improve your life in many ways. Here are some of the reasons people study the English language:
- Improve Career Options - English is the international language of business. Becoming fluent in English opens many new job options.
- Build Local Community - Not speaking English in the U.S. can feel isolating. This program will introduce you to others in the area who are also learning the language.
- Prepare for College - Colleges and universities in the U.S., including FLCC, deliver most of their courses in English.
- Access Digital Information - Whether you're writing emails, reading news, or streaming videos, your access to online content will increase once fluent in English.
Program Requirements & Orientation
- ESL classes are open to adults and out-of-school youth age 17 and older.
- Attend an in-person orientation and assessment session before registration.
- Complete an assessment to measure your progress after every 40 hours of classes.
Orientation for the ESL program is available by appointment on Mondays and Wednesdays from 9 a.m. to noon. You can schedule a meeting at the FLCC Main Campus in Canandaigua or the FLCC Geneva Campus Center. To register, email GED@flcc.edu or call 585-785-1431.
ESL Program Class Schedule
ESL courses are available through FLCC in fall, spring, and summer semesters with no mandatory time frame for completion.
| Class Level | Location | Format | Language | Days | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Levels | FLCC Canandaigua (room 4220) | In-Person | English | Monday & Wednesdays | 9:00 a.m. – noon |
| All Levels | Online (WebEx) | Remote | English | Tuesday | 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. |
| Intermediate | Online (WebEx) | Remote | English | Monday – Thursday | 1:00 – 2:30 p.m. |
| High School Diploma (GED) | Online (WebEx) | Remote | Spanish | Thursday | 4:30 – 7:30 p.m. |
Please contact us about the availability of online and hybrid programs. Some in-person participation is required for all participants.
Where Will You Go Next?
Once you've become fluent in English, you'll discover a wealth of new opportunities to further advance your education and career.
Apply to FLCC
If you want to continue your education, we'll assist with the college admissions process and help you find the right program. The FLCC admissions process is free and only takes a few minutes to complete.
Apply NowCareer and Workforce Services
If you're looking for new work opportunities, our career services experts can help. We provide job training programs, resume building support, and professional connections to get you started.
Workforce and Career SolutionsEarn Your High School Equivalency (HSE) Diploma for Free
FLCC also offers a free GED prep program that helps individuals earn a High School Equivalency diploma. Once students gain English language skills and confidence from our ESL courses, many continue on into our HSE program.
Call 585-785-1431 for more information.