Vocational ESOL Classes
Our Classes
Vocational ESOL classes are perfect for students who know which particular career field they want to go into. Students should have a high intermediate or low advanced ability with the English language and want or need to improve access to other Montgomery College opportunities. Our Vocational ESOL classes teach industry-specific vocabulary and norms.
Our Vocational ESOL classes prepare students to either get ready for work in the job field and/or join our Certification programs in that field. At the end of each Vocational ESOL course, students will have in-depth knowledge about the job area and be ready for next steps with Montgomery College’s other college credit courses or certificate programs (such as: Phlebotomy Technician, Pharmacy Technician Training, Computer Network, Certified Nursing Assistant, and Apartment Maintenance) and potential employers.
Interested in these programs?
Learn More: WorkPlus! Class Information FormFill out this form to receive information about upcoming courses and updates to information session and registration dates.
Requirements for Vocational ESOL Classes
You must take an in-person CASAS test to be placed in any class (online or in-person classes).
- You must attend an information session.
- You must live in Maryland to take these classes.
- You must be at least 18 years old to take these classes.
- You must have Intermediate level English or higher
- All Vocational ESOL classes are free for eligible students
- Students with F1 or J1 visa cannot take classes in this program. Contact ESL-Rockville@montgomerycollege.edu, if you have a F1 or J1 visa and want to take ESOL classes.
Summer II 2024 Vocational ESOL Classes Application Information:
To apply for these classes,you MUST first attend the information and application session. You will need to take the placement testing in-person. Information about testing will be given during the information session.
Note: If you are currently taking a class, you must talk to your teacher about how to apply in class.
Application Instructions
- Choose the vocational class you want to take.
- Register to attend the orientation and application session for that class.
- Attend the required information and application session.
- During the orientation, you will:
- Complete the class application form.
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Sign up to take the in-person placement tests.
Are you looking for a new or a better job in healthcare? Do you want to learn more English for your job? Would you like to learn medical vocabulary? In this class, students learn the English and basic skills they need to work in entry-level healthcare jobs. This course gives students more practice with speaking, listening, and writing skills. It also prepares students for the healthcare certification programs.
In-Person Classes Information
Location:
Work Source Montgomery, Wheaton
11510 Georgia Ave. Wheaton, Maryland 20902
Class Dates & Times:
Not offered Summer 2024
Online Classes Information
Location: Online via Zoom
Class Dates and Times:
- July 9 - August 21, 2024,
- Monday -Thursday, 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Cost: Free
Information and Application Sessions:
June 3, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. via Zoom
or
June 5, 2024 at 7:30 p.m. via Zoom
You must register to attend the online information and application session. Scan the QR code or click on the link below to register. After this online session, you will need to take the reading and listening placement tests in person. Information about testing will be given during the online information and application session.
ESOL for Health Care Online Classes Orientation Form
Do you want to work in the sales and service industry? Would you like to improve your English-speaking skills? This class will help you improve your English-speaking skills and learn the basic skills needed to enter the retail and customer service industry. This course gives students more practice with speaking, listening, and writing skills. It also prepares students for certification programs.
- Class Location: Online (Zoom)
- Class Dates & Times
- July 9 - August 28, 2024
- Monday - Thursdays, 6:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
- Cost: Free
- To apply for this class, you must attend the information and application session:
- June 3, 2024 at 7:30 p.m. via Zoom
- or
- June 5, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. via Zoom
You must register to attend the online orientation. Scan the QR code or click on the link below to register.
Register for Customer Service Online Orientation
After the information and application session, you will need to take the reading and listening placement tests in person. Information about testing will be given during the orientation session.
Do you want to work in the information technology field? Do you like working on computers and want to improve your computer skills? In this class you will learn English and workplace readiness skills for careers in technology. Students learn the vocabulary needed in this industry, increase computer basic skills and learn to troubleshoot minor computer problems. The class also prepares students for computer certification programs.
- Class Location:
- Takoma Park Silver Spring campus
- 930 King Street, Silver Spring, MD 20910
- Class Dates & Times
- July 9 -August 26, 2024
- Monday - Thursdays, 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
- Cost: Free
- To apply for this class, you must attend the in-person information and application
session:
- June 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.
You must register to attend the information and application session. Scan the QR code or click on the link below to register.
Register for the ESOL Bridge to Technology Orientation Form
After the orientation, you will need to take the reading and listening placement tests in person. Information about testing will be given during the orientation session.
Are you looking for a new or a better job in carpentry, heating/air conditioning, or electricity? Do you want to learn more English and basic skills needed to work in building trades jobs? This class will help you improve your English speaking, listening, and writing skills. You learn basic skills and vocabulary needed for entry-level positions in this industry. The class also prepares students for certification programs.
- Class Location: Online (Zoom)
- Class Dates & Times
- not offered in the summer
- Cost: Free tuition, free materials
- To apply for this class, you must attend the online orientation session:
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You must register to attend the orientation. Scan the QR code or click on the link below to register.
Register for the ESOL for Building Trades Online Orientation
After the orientation, you will need to take the reading and listening placement tests in person. Information about testing will be given during the orientation session.
Printable flyer ESOL for Building Trades (PDF, 
)
Would you like to learn more English and get information about jobs and careers in education? Do you want to work as a teacher, teacher's assistant, paraprofessional, or work in childcare centers? Do you need to learn more English and vocabulary to take the child care certification classes? This class will help you learn the English and basic skills you need in the education field, and connect you to certificate programs in childcare.
- Location: Online (Zoom)
- Class Dates & Times:
- July 9 - August 19, 2024
- Monday - Thursday, 6:00 - 9:30 p.m.
- Cost: Free
- To apply for this class, you must attend the online application and information session:
- June 3, 2024 at 7:30 p.m.
- or
- June 5, 2024 at 7:30 p.m.
After the information and application session, you will need to take the reading and listening placement tests in person. Information about testing will be given during the orientation session
Printable ESOL for Careers in Education Flyer (PDF, )