English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)
Improve Your English and Improve Your Life
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Classes
English classes for students whose primary language is not English. All proficiency levels are welcome, as class levels range from beginning to advanced levels. Courses are designed to improve reading, writing, listening, speaking, while developing skills for jobs, education and cross-cultural adjustment for life in the United States. We aim to improve students' ability to communicate at work, at school, and in the community. Programs focus on life and digital skills on topics including education, jobs and workplace, money matters, health, housing, and civics. All courses include American government and law, helping to prepare students for the rights and responsibilities of citizenship. NRAE provides opportunities for ESOL students to move on in their education. Students can either transition to a high school completion program, or prepare for college or work training. Upper levels are eligible for workplace training programs, including workforce readiness, and CNA or manufacturing certification.
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Prepares adult students for further education or job training, and success in their careers
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Includes Burlington English, an online blended curriculum for adult English learners
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Day, afternoon, and evening classes
Available at 3 sites - Norwich, East Lyme and Stonington
Families Learning English (FLE)
This is a free program for families with children in the Norwich Public Schools. Parents will work to improve their English speaking, understanding, and writing while children (aged 2-8 years) take part in engaging activities and receive homework help. The program integrates English Language Learning with real life application. Special family activities take place each week! Childcare is provided. These literacy classes are held at We in Norwich. For information, call our main office at 860.823.4299.
Opportunities for our Advanced ESOL Students
CNA
Classroom and clinical training to earn certification as a CNA
This comprehensive bridge to CNA program for top-level ESOL students includes Personal Care Aide and Caregiver 1 training, CPR/AED Basic Life Support Certification, and CNA training. Students receive resume and job search assistance. Upon completion, students qualify to sit for the Connecticut State Certified Nurse Aide Exam. The program prepares students to provide basic care and assist patients with activities of daily living, and includes clinical training in a skilled nursing facility. Classes run from September to May, Monday through Wednesday, 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM.
Requirements:
- Social Security number
- English fluency (CASAS test)
- Conversational fluency
- Commitment to training hours
