English as a Second Language

Learn to use correct grammar and converse in English. Build vocabulary; improve your pronunciation and practice listening, speaking, reading and writing. Gain familiarity with American culture. Each level builds on the skills learned in the previous class.

A placement test is required for correct level placement. Testing takes place before classes start. Testing takes place in the Testing Center. Call the CEPD office at 734-462-4448 for more information.

ESL Class Offerings

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Frequently Asked Questions

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How do I register?
If you are taking Schoolcraft College ESL classes for the first time, or if it has been a long while since you took your last class, it is important to take the ESL Placement Test before classes start.
- No appointment is necessary, but you must bring your student ID number, a photo ID (e.g. driver’s license, passport) and your current address (including zip code) to the Testing Center in the McDowell Building. Allow at least 2.5 hours for the test. Testing Center hours: Mon-Thurs 8am-7:30pm, Fri 8am-4:30pm, Sat 10am-2pm; call 734-462-4806 for more information.
- If you do not already have a student ID number, get one at the Admissions and Welcome Center in the McDowell Building. Hours: Mon-Thurs 8am-6pm, Fri 8am-5pm.
- Once testing has been completed, take your paperwork to the Registration Center to enroll in and pay for ESL classes in-person. No online registration is available.
Do I really need to take the prerequisite if I think my skills are sufficient?

Yes, you must have the prerequisites listed for the ESL class.
Can I register for a class after it has started?

In order to maintain instruction of the highest quality, and to be fair to all students who registered prior to the first class session, we are not able to allow registration into any class past the second class session. Also, for any late registration, we are not able to pro-rate the class cost and our regular refund policy will still be in effect.
Is there Financial Aid for Continuing Education (CEPD) non-credit classes?

No, Schoolcraft College does not offer Financial Aid for Continuing Education (non-credit) classes.
Do I need to purchase a book for my class?

If you see the textbook symbol at the end of the class description, you will need a textbook. If a class has an optional textbook, it will be stated within the class description. Textbooks are available for purchase in the Bookstore. For more information, call (734) 462-4409 or visit the Bookstore’s website www.schoolcraftbooks.com. You must present a copy of your current schedule to purchase books.
Can I attend another class as a make-up if I miss my regular class?

No. You may only attend a class for which you are registered.
What are CEUs?

CEUs are Continuing Education Units. They are different from traditional college credits in that they do not count towards a college degree. Some organizations require that their employees obtain a certain number of CEUs to maintain a professional license and/or to qualify for financial reimbursement. One (1) CEU represents ten (10) class hours of instruction. For example, a class that meets for a total of 24 hours offers 2.4 CEUs.
Will I receive a certificate and/or transcript at the end of my class?

You will receive a grade form from your instructor at the end of the course. This form will list your numeric grade, indicate if you earned CEUs for the course, and provide a recommendation for your next non-credit classes at Schoolcraft College. You will notreceive a certificate stating that you have completed a class. For proof of class completion, please sign in to the College’s WebAdvisor online app to view or print your unofficial transcript.

To request an official copy of your transcript to send to potential employers or other educational institutions, please click on the blue official copy link toward the top of the page. You will be redirected to the Transcript page of Schoolcraft College’s website. Please click on the Schoolcraft College Transcript Request Form. This is a PDF form that you may print off, fill out, and submit to our Records Department for processing. If you have questions regarding official or unofficial transcripts, please contact our Records Office at 734-462-4677.

What is Credit vs Non-Credit ESL?

Credit	Non-Credit
Purpose of ESL Credit Classes: to prepare you for college-level classes and academic success.	Purpose of ESL Non-Credit Classes: to prepare you for communicating and interacting effectively in the workplace and community.
Register for Credit Classes IF one or more of the following situations applies to you:	Register for Non-Credit Classes IF one or more of the following situations applies to you:
You want to learn English so that you can: • Take other higher-education level classes that will lead to a college degree or certificate.	You want to learn English so that you can: • Find a job or be more at ease and productive in your current job. • Interact more easily with your children’s teachers and classmates. • Communicate more confidently with your community neighbors and businesses.
You need to meet F-1 Visa requirements.	You are working as a J-1 Au Pair and need the flexibility of non-credit classes to complete the education requirement.
You have been approved for federal Financial Aid to help pay for your classes. • This can only be done through the College’s Financial Aid office. • Not all students qualify for federal Financial Aid – please contact the Financial Aid office for more information.	You are not eligible for federal Financial Aid. • You cannot use federal financial aid to pay for non-credit classes. • Non-credit classes are less expensive.
Class time options are not especially important to you. Credit ESL classes usually have daytime options only.	You want both day and evening class options. Non-credit ESL class schedules are created in an effort to accommodate typical work or home-life routines.

English as a Second Language