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These classes are for anyone who is interested in additional English practice beyond ESOL Level 6. It is also good preparation for EAP.

It is part of the Adult Education Program - classes are $30.

It provides advanced instruction for students who may already have a high school diploma (by passing the GED® or by graduating from a K-12 High School or Adult High School) and have a goal of preparing for postsecondary education and employment.

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This class requires an NRS Level 5 or 6 placement score on the CASAS GOALS test.

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Courses: Reasoning Through Language Arts (RLA) Level 5 and 6

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Courses: Reasoning Through Language Arts (RLA) Level 5 and 6

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Focus on reading and writing skills

Some speaking/listening and grammar

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English level is high. The course is not limited to ESOL students. Native speakers may also join the class.

There are 2 levels of instruction - Level 5 and Level 6. Course completion is determined by the CASAS Goals test.

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These classes are for anyone who is interested in getting an FSCJ bachelor's degree, associate degree, or a technical certificate. On FSCJ's website, they are listed as BS, AA, AS, TC. Students are required to demonstrate a high level of English proficiency on an entrance exam before they can take any classes in a degree program. Most ESOL students who take the exam are required to enroll in additional English courses before they can take their 'degree' courses.

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1. Take the 4 sections of the Accuplacer test. (Reading, Grammar, Speech - all are multiple choice tests that have no time limit. The Writing exam is a paragraph/essay written test that has a time limit of 30 minutes.

2. Get your high school diploma translated and evaluated by an independent agency found on naces.org website. (Requires several weeks or more.)

3. Establish residency in Florida - different documents are required from the documents used to establish residency for ESOL.

4. Complete the FAFSA at fafsa.gov

(Requires several months.)

5. Complete an FSCJ college application.

6. Choose a major/degree program.

7. Meet with EAP Advisor.

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EAP offers 3 levels of 4 individual-skill courses. Students are placed into a distinct level for each skill, based on their performance on the Accuplacer test. Students may 'pass' sections of the Accuplacer, in which case they don't have to take classes in that skill. This is rare. Most students score into varying levels of skill. For example, a student may score a Level 6 in Grammar but have a Level 4 in Speech. Students are placed into classes corresponding to those scores.

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English level is high. The courses are rigorous, and homework is required. Students are scored on A to F scale and grades are included in the calculation of their GPA.

Students earn 3 credits towards a degree for each EAP class in Levels 5 and 6.

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$30 per semester. There are no additional costs for books or fees.

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EAP is a college credit course.

Each credit at FSCJ costs approximately $116.

EAP classes are 3-credit classes, so each EAP class costs approximately $350 + the cost of textbooks.

To study full-time (3 or 4 classes each semester), the cost for a semester would be between $1,000 and $1,500.

Example: Fall Semester 2025

Reading Level 5

Speech Level 4

Writing Level 5

Grammar Level 6

= 12 credits = $1,400 + textbooks

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These classes are for students who are interested in developing a particular language skill, such as Pronunciation or Grammar and Writing for personal or professional improvement. These classes are in the Continuing Education Program.

They provide intermediate to advanced instruction in small, customized classes.

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These classes are for students who are interested in studying Medical Coding and Billing or Certified Nursing Assistant can take the CWE Introductory course for these healthcare professions while receiving language support from an ESOL instructor who guides the students through the course material and assists with all course content, homework, and testing.

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Who should take Certificate Program classes?

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Who should take Certificate Program classes?

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These classes are for anyone who is interested in starting a career path of study that results in a certificate or state license. There are two options along this path.

1. FSCJ Career Certificate Programs

https://www.fscj.edu/academics/certificates

2. Continuing Workforce Education Certificate Programs

https://www.fscj.edu/academics/workforce-education/cwe

There are differences in the time it takes to complete the courses, the cost, the entrance requirements, and the outcomes.

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The need for skilled workers has never been greater. Even better, FSCJ offers the same training as our competitors at a more affordable price.

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There is no entrance test. Students should complete a Continuing Workforce Education application.

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This class requires an NRS Level 5 or 6 placement score on the CASAS GOALS test.

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1. Some programs require entrance testing on the TABE or CASAS.

2. FSCJ CC programs require a high school diploma translated and evaluated by an independent agency found on naces.org website.

3. Complete an FSCJ college application or CWE application.

4. For FSCJ CC programs, establish Florida residency.

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The CWE English classes that are currently offered include American English Pronunciation, Grammar and Writing, and English for Occupational Purposes.

Classes are offered on campus or online.

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Currently, the ASB IET courses include Medical Coding and Billing and CNA, and there will be an expanded course offering in the future. All healthcare-related IET students begin their IET coursework with an introductory course that explores a variety of careers in healthcare and develops medical-profession knowledge and anatomy and physiology vocabulary.

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There are many certificate options in a wide variety of careers.

FSCJ CC Programs - (https://www.fscj.edu/academics/certificates)

Automotive Collision Technology Technician (C.C.)

Barbering (C.C.)

Commercial Vehicle Driving (C.C.)

Correctional Officer (C.C.)

Cosmetology (C.C.)

Crossover From Correctional Officer to Law Enforcement Officer (C.C.)

Dental Assisting (C.C.)

Electricity (C.C.)

Facials Specialty (C.C.)

Firefighter (C.C.)

Florida Law Enforcement Academy (C.C.)

Heating, Ventilation, Air-Conditioning/Refrigeration (C.C.)

Medical Assisting (C.C.)

Pharmacy Technician (C.C.)

Practical Nursing (C.C.)

Property Adjuster Estimating (C.C.)

Welding Technology (C.C.)

FSCJ CWE offers many options. Here is a selection ...

(https://www.fscj.edu/academics/workforce-education/cwe)

Business and Financial Services

HR Certification Exam Prep (PHR/SPHR)

Online Accounting & Finance Training

Using Social Media in Business

Certified Professional Life Coach (Online)

IT and Programming

CompTIA

Cyber Security Bootcamp (E-Learning)

Python

Healthcare

Emergency Medical Technician – EMT (W.C.)

FSCJ Online Holistic Health & Nutrition Academy (E-Learning)

FSCJ Online Personal Trainer Institute (E-Learning)

Massage Therapy (W.C.)

Nursing Assistant – CNA (W.C.)

Phlebotomy Technician (W.C.)

... and many more

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The need for skilled workers has never been greater. Even better, FSCJ offers the same training as our competitors at a more affordable price.

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These courses are generally at an intermediate or advanced level (B1, B2, C1) but may be customized to meet the needs of the students.

There is no placement testing, so there may be a range of skill level among the students.

Homework is provided for additional practice but is not required.

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Students must score at NRS Level 5 or 6 on the CASAS GOALS test to enroll in these classes, but the IET classes are also available to ESOL Levels 5 and 6.

Students are guided by an ESOL instructor to complete CWE certificate classes that can lead to a state license. The curriculum is challenging but supported.

Homework is required. Students will not pass the courses without completing all assigned homework.

Students earn a certificate of completion and instructional hours toward state licensing.

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These courses are designed for native speakers, and students are expected to have the ability to follow course lectures and do homework at a high level of skill. There is no language support for these courses.

Homework is required. Students will not pass the courses if they do not complete the requirements.

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$89 for each 9-week class. Classes meet for 3 hours a week. There are no additional costs for books.

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These courses are Adult Education classes, so they cost $30 per semester. There are no additional costs for books or fees.

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The cost of the classes depends on several factors but may range from $89 for 1 class up to $3,000 for a complete program of coursework.