English as a Second Language | ESL
Do you want to improve your English skills?
We serve adults who want to learn to read, write, and speak English. We offer courses and services tuition-free.
We can help if you are…
- An adult whose native language is not English
- A non-native English speaker who wants to prepare for college-level courses or improve business communication
ESL classes are…
- Offered for all levels from beginning to advanced
- Offered twice a week throughout the week (morning and evening)
- Offered once a week on Saturdays (morning)
- Offered at MCC, in McHenry, Harvard, and Lake in the Hills
Students must register with the Adult Education Department. Call (815) 455-8752 to schedule an appointment or for more information.
English Language Acquisition and English as a Second Language Video Transcript
Director of Adult Education: Here at MCC, our adult education program offers English language acquisition courses or ESL courses.
Adult Education Student: When I came here, I couldn't speak a word in English. Now I can write a composition and I understand what I read. Now I'm taking this class EKG, I feel confident. Which other school give you this opportunity? This is a very good opportunity.