ABOUT THE PROGRAM
- Practice and improve listening, speaking, reading, writing, and grammar skills
- Learn about United States history, geography, and government
- Review naturalization process and civic rights and responsibilities of U.S. citizens
- Prepare for written and oral citizenship tests
SPRING 2026 SCHEDULE
| CRN | COURSE ID | COURSE NAME | DATES | DAY(S) | TIME | LOCATION | INSTRUCTOR |
| 44937 | ELL A020N | ELL for US Citizenship 1 | February 27 – May 8 | Friday | 11:30 am – 1:00 pm | C&L 115 + Hybrid | Robert Gibson |
Note: Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this information, however, we encourage students to review the Online Class Schedule for the most updated information.
CLASS DESCRIPTIONS
ELL A020N - Citizenship 1
This noncredit course is one in a series of two courses designed to help beginning non-native speakers of English prepare for the U.S. citizenship test. Students will learn about important elements of U.S. history, geography, government, and culture. Special attention will be given to writing conventions and reading skills assessed in the U.S. citizenship interview.
Noncredit. Pass/No Pass/Satisfactory Progress. Not degree applicable. Not Transferable.
ELL A021N - Citizenship 2
This noncredit course is one in a series of two courses designed to help beginning non-native speakers of English prepare for the U.S. Citizenship test. Students will learn about essential elements of U.S. history, geography, government, and culture. Special attention will be given to speaking and listening skills necessary for the U.S. citizenship interview.
Noncredit. Pass/No Pass/Satisfactory Progress. Not degree applicable. Not Transferable.
Citizenship and ELL classes are noncredit (0 units) and tuition-free.
CERTIFICATE INFORMATION & COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
Students who successfully pass all classes in a program earn a Certificate of Completion. Visit the online Course Catalog for certificate requirements and course descriptions.
PRACTICE CITIZENSHIP INTERVIEW TEST
Students currently enrolled in an English Language Learning class can practice for their Citizenship Interview Test with USCIS by scheduling a 1:1 appointment with one of our certified test proctors. Please contact the Adult Education Office to schedule an appointment, or fill out our Program Interest Form, and a member of our Adult Education staff will contact you soon.
FREE LEGAL INFORMATION FOR STUDENTS
Orange Coast College is now offering:
- Free Immigration Legal Consultations to students and staff
- Free DACA Clinics with CHIRLA every week
- Referrals for help paying for DACA applications
For more information, please visit the DACA website, call the Student Equity Office at (714) 432-6847 or email studentequity@occ.cccd.edu.
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