ESL Guided Self-Placement
ESL Assessment
East Los Angeles College offers a new English as a Second Language (ESL) assessment process known as ESL Guided Self-Placement. The process involves completing a survey where students are asked to describe their ability to read, write and speak in English. The ESL survey consists of 9 multiple-choice questions. Students will receive a placement into one of the following Credit ESL classes:
- E.S.L. 3A - Low Intermediate
- E.S.L. 4A - Intermediate
- E.S.L. 5A - High Intermediate
- E.S.L. 6A - Low Advanced
- E.S.L. 8 - High Advanced
Beginning-Level English Learners
Students who prefer ESL classes for beginners are not required to participate in the survey. They may enroll right away into any of the free Noncredit ESL classes (ESL 40, 41, 42 and 43), no clearance necessary. For more information, please visit the Noncredit Department (E3-100) or call (323) 415-5400.
How To Participate (2 Options)
In person
Students may visit the Assessment Center (E1-183) during normal office hours to complete the ESL assessment (no appointment necessary). Students are assisted on a first-come, first-serve basis. Participation time is about 30 minutes. Please be ready to present a valid Photo ID and ELAC Student ID# (ex: 900123456). The ESL survey questions will be presented while meeting with the student.
Online Video Meeting
Students may schedule an online appointment to complete the ESL assessment (30-minute session). Please log in using your Student Account (LACCD SSO). A confirmation email (with meeting link) will be sent to your student email. Camera and microphone must be turned on during entire video meeting (no exceptions). The ESL survey questions will be presented while meeting with the student.
*An active Student ID# is required to participate.
Examples of valid Photo ID
Includes, but is not limited to:
- California ID or Driver License
- Passport (U.S. or Foreign)
- High School ID
- College/University ID
- Permanent Resident Card
*Pictures or copies of Photo IDs are not accepted (no exceptions).
Announcements
The Assessment Center will be closed:
Mon, Dec 23 - Fri, Jan 3
Winter Break