Learn English

We offer six levels of English and support classes for immigrant and refugee students.

There are classes in the morning and evening on the main Spokane Community College campus, Spokane Falls Community College, the Adult Education Center and Spokane Valley sites.

For more information about English as a Second Language (ESL), call 509-533-4600 or email ABEInquiry@scc.spokane.edu and we will help you sign up for the placement test before starting classes. Interpreters are available for some languages.

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Are You...

Two male english learners in the classroom

Learning English as a second language?
Over the age of 18?
A refugee, immigrant, resident or citizen of the United States?

Great! We will find the right place in one of our English courses.

There are a few exceptions. We will explain those to you in person.

How Do I start?

The first step is to take a test to find out where your English language studies should begin.

What should I bring to the test?

Picture identification, such as a Passport / Visa*
Social Security Card (if you have one)
Green Card / I-94 (if you have one)

*Non-immigrant visa holders in categories such as B1/B2 (tourist visa), J or F (student visa) cannot be served in this program. Other visa exclusions may apply.

When Can I Take a Class?

Classes last for one quarter.

Fall: September 21, 2020 – December 10, 2020
Winter: January 4, 2021 – March 19, 2021
Spring: April 5, 2021 – June 14, 2021

Classes run Monday through Thursday at various times:

We have open enrollment which means you can drop into a class at any time during the quarter.

Types of English Classes

After you complete your testing, we place you in a class that best matches your needs. Some students are just beginning and others are improving their English so they can take college-level classes. Tuition is $25 per quarter. Financial assistance may be available for eligible students.

Levels of English learning class: