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Welcome to Wake Tech's Redesigned Website
English as a Second Language (ESL)
NOTE: This website uses GTranslate to present information in numerous languages. Wake Tech is not responsible for inaccurate translations.
Wake Tech's ESL program provides English instruction to adult, non-native-English-speaking residents of North Carolina, with a focus on college and career readiness skills. Classes are offered in both in-person and online formats.
NOTE: The ESL enrollment process is changing. A link to an interest form will be posted here at 12:30 p.m. Tuesday, September 26, and will be available until 12:30 p.m. Friday, September 29. Filling out and submitting a form does not guarantee placement, as classes have limited seats and are in very high demand. Wake Tech will email or send text messages to those who submit the form regarding next steps.
Anyone who needs assistance filling out the form can go to the Beltline Education Center, at 3200 Bush St. in Raleigh, between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. and between 5:30 and 8:30 p.m. September 26-28.
ESL classes
- For students who want to learn English to get a better job or go to college
- Teacher-led, interactive, in-person and online classes
- Classes are for non-speakers through advanced levels.
- Students develop college and career readiness skills, including technology, civics and workplace skills through reading, writing, listening and speaking experiences.
- Seats are limited and in high demand.
- 75% attendance is required for continued enrollment.
- English level will be assessed at registration.
- Students ages 16 and 17 require special paperwork.
- For more information, call 919-866-5490 or email [email protected].
Opportunities for adjunct ESL instructors
- We are hiring teachers for online and in-person ESL classes.
Online citizenship preparation classes
- For ESL students at the intermediate to advanced level
- Learn the naturalization process and citizenship exam content
- To apply for Citizenship class, make an information session appointment.
- For more information, call 919-866-5490 or email [email protected].
CCR Burlington English for distance English language learners
- For busy English language learners who want to learn at their own pace and have the ability to study anytime – 24 hours a day, seven days a week
- Learn at home on the internet using Burlington English software
- Individualized online curriculum to develop your career readiness and communication skills
- Online writing and conversation classes with teacher support
- Technical support by teachers
- A desktop computer or laptop, a reliable internet and a headset with a microphone are required
- For more information, email [email protected].
College & Career Readiness attendance expectations
Success in our program requires time, hard work and commitment. To support your success, our attendance policy requires that students attend at least 75% of their class meeting hours.
The College & Career Readiness program is delivered through hourly instruction. Therefore, regular attendance is defined as arriving on time and participating in the entire class period. Students who are unable to meet this requirement will be dropped from their classes.
Regular attendance will help you in the pursuit of your educational and career goals. It will also allow students to preregister for classes in our next quarter at locations where preregistration is an option.
