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Our programs and courses offer opportunities to delve into composition, reading, literature, and creative writing; learn the vocabulary and grammar of a language; build core reading and writing skills; recognize and understand the value of different cultures and diversity, and better understand human language and language behavior.

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We offer degree programs and certificate programs in four areas of study. Our courses may be taken individually or as part of a planned program leading to a Certificate of Achievement, Occupational Skills Certificate, and/or an Associate degree. No matter your goal, we have an option for you!

= Career Education = Transfer Degree = Apprenticeship NC = Noncredit = Degree = Certificate
The English and Language Studies Division
  • Division Dean: Dr. Tooktook Thongthiraj 
  • Division Feedback Form
  • (626) 585-7371
  • C-245
  • Fall/Spring Semester:
    Monday to Thursday:  7:30 am to 7:00 pm
    Friday: 7:30 am to 4:00 pm
    Saturday/Sunday:  CLOSED

    Winter/Summer Sessions:
    Monday to Friday:  7:30 am to 4:00 pm
    Saturday/Sunday:  CLOSED

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