English as a Second Language
Do you need to learn to read, write, speak, and understand English? Get those skills with CVCC's English as a Second Language (ESL) program.
New Location beginning april 8th
CVCC Main Campus
Cuyler A Dunbar (CAD) Building, 2nd floor
2590 US Hwy 70 SE
Hickory, NC 28602
Call (828) 327-7000, ext. 4090 for information about ESL classes. Please leave a voicemail if no one answers.
Who is eligible?
Anyone who needs to learn English as a Second Language is eligible. This is a free program designed for adults with limited English skills. Students will learn to speak, read, write, and understand English. Classes are open to students 16 years of age or older. Students who are 16 or 17 years old must download and complete the Minor Application Form from the College and Career Readiness website and return it completed before admission. Students who are 16 or 17 should see the Procedure for Minor ESL Students for more information.
Call (828) 327-7000, ext. 4090 or ext. 4357 for registration and more information. Please leave a message at either extension or email Blanca Cardenas at bcardenas@cvcc.edu.
Classes are also offered at CVCC's Alexander Center.
For more information about ESL classes at the Alexander Center call (828) 632-8221 for registration and more information. Please leave a message or email Blanca Cardenas at bcardenas@cvcc.edu.
East Campus ESL Lab Hours (Room 1011)
Monday through Thursday 8:00 AM-2:00 PM and 5:00 PM-8:30 PM
Interested in Citizenship
Our ESL classes include citizenship skills.
Career Pathways
Career Pathways allow you to start training for a career while you are working on your high school diploma, learning the English language, or building academic skills in our department. Click the link for more information. https://www.cvcc.edu/Academic-Resources/CCR/career-pathways.cfm
Contact Information
Coordinator of Career Services, Retention and Recruitment
Community Development and Personal Enrichment
Email:
Blanca Cardenas
Phone: 828-327-7000
x4090
Office Number: EC 1041