English as a Second Language (ESL)

English as a Second Language (ESL)

RVCC offers basic and advanced levels of instruction for individuals with little or limited knowledge of English with a focus on civic responsibility and workforce readiness. Materials are not included.

For more information, please contact the Maryam Sheikh, at maryam.sheikh@raritanval.edu or 908-526-1200 x8462

COURSES

Basic ESL (In Person)

LA316 – 36 hours
Instructor: Sreya Rao 
Course Fee: $395
Date: October 6 - November 12
Day: Monday & Wednesday
Time: 6-9pm
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Last day to register is Sept 29
 

ESL Level 1A (In Person)

LA303 – 36 hours
Instructor: Myriam Adyadou
Course Fee: $395
Date: September 9 - October 16
Day:  Tuesday & Thursday
Time: 6-9pm
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Last day to register Sept 2
 

ESL Level 1B (In Person)

LA304 – 36 hours
Instructor: Joel Hanson
Course Fee: $395
Date: September 2 - October 9
Day: Tuesday & Thursday
Time: 6-9pm
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Last day to register Aug. 26

ESL Level 2A (In Person)

LA312 – 36 hours
Instructor: Guillermo Reina 
Course Fee: $395
Date: July 7 - August 13
Day: Monday & Wednesday
Time: 6-9pm
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Last day to register June 30

ESL Level 2B (In Person)

LA313 – 36 hours
Instructor: Guillermo Reina 
Course Fee: $395
Date: September 8 - October 15
Day: Monday & Wednesday
Time: 6-9pm
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Last day to register Sept 1

Pronunciation & Accent Reduction (In Person)

Pre-requisite: ESL Level 2A/2B or a high intermediate level of English proficiency.

LA902 – 36 hours
Instructor: Milton Restituyo
Course Fee: $395
Date:  September 9 - October 16
Day: Tuesday & Thursday
Time: 6-9pm
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Last day to register Sept 2
 

ESL Level 3A (Online)

ESL 3A helps students build everyday English skills through practice in speaking, listening, reading, and writing. The course emphasizes simple sentences, basic vocabulary, and communication for daily life and work.

36 hours
Instructor: Joanne Hala
Course Fee: $395
Date: October 13 – November 19
Day: Monday & Wednesday 
Time: 6-9pm
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ESL Level 4A (Online)

ESL 4A develops students’ ability to communicate more confidently in everyday and work situations. The course builds vocabulary, strengthens reading and writing skills, and emphasizes longer sentences, clearer pronunciation, and greater listening comprehension.

36 hours
Instructor: Mary-Helen Mach
Course Fee: $395
Date: October 13 – November 19
Day: Monday & Wednesday 
Time: 6-9pm
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