Communication & English as a Second Language
Learn a new language or discover the power of writing to tell your personal story with our communication courses.
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Courses
- American Sign Language
- Beginning Conversational French
- Conversational Japanese
- English as a Second Language
- Getting Paid to Talk
- Instant Italian
- No Excuses! Writing & Selling Your Book
- Spanish for Law Enforcement
- Spanish for Medical Professionals
- Speed Spanish
- Writing for Children: A Beginner's Guide
American Sign Language
American Sign Language (ASL) is the third most used language in the United States today. This course is designed for students who are interested in learning about the Deaf community and developing ASL expressive and receptive skills. The course will provide an introduction to ASL and Deaf culture. You will learn practical and common language so you can have a brief conversation with someone from the Deaf community. Learning will include a combination of lecture, practice exercises, video, and class discussion.
Course will be held in
Shannon Johnson, Instructor
| Schedule | Section | Seats Left | Cost | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesdays, 9/15 - 11/17 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm |
ZCOM-067 500 | 0 seats left | $94 | Section Full Call to be added to wait list |
Beginning Conversational French
This course will teach you how to communicate easily and comfortably with those who speak French. You will learn practical, common phrases that will make your trips to the many French-speaking regions of the world more pleasant. You will learn dialogue specific to various settings, and you will be surprised how easy it can be to speak another language. This course is taught online through our partnership with Ed2go. To log into your online classroom, please visit www.ed2go.com/hvcc and select My Classroom. Please note, it may take 24 – 48 hours before your registered course appears in My Classroom.
| Schedule | Section | Seats Left | Cost | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Online, 11/11 - 1/1 | ZILC-062 502 | 15 seats left | $130 |
Conversational Japanese
Whether you want to learn conversational Japanese for travel or just for fun, this course makes it easy and enjoyable for beginners to master the essentials of the Japanese language. Guided by a native Japanese instructor, you’ll also gain cultural knowledge only an insider has. This course is taught online through our partnership with Ed2go. To log into your online classroom, please visit www.ed2go.com/hvcc and select My Classroom. Please note, it may take 24 – 48 hours before your registered course appears in My Classroom.
| Schedule | Section | Seats Left | Cost | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Online, 11/11 - 1/1 | ZILC-060 502 | 14 seats left | $115 |
English as a Second Language
ESL - Level I
Students will be introduced to the basic American English grammar and writing strategies needed to produce simple sentences, short paragraphs, and informal letters. Students will be introduced to reading strategies and apply them to basic or simplified English texts. Students will learn how to converse on a variety of topics in English. Pronunciation and intonation will also be addressed. Students will need to pay for their own book.
HYBRID COURSE - ZESL 020 500 – Irene Cruz, Instructor
$25
25 Sessions, Hybrid Course, Classes will meet on campus, ADM 104, 9/24, 10/22, 11/19 & 12/8
Tues. & Thurs. 9/15 – 12/10, 6:15 - 8:15 p.m. No class 11/26
REMOTE - ZESL 020 501 – Susan Gorga, Instructor
$25
25 Sessions, Remote Course
Mon. & Weds. 9/14 – 12/14, 4 - 6 p.m. No class 10/12 & 11/25
ESL - Level II
Students will be introduced to high-beginning/low-intermediate-level grammar and writing strategies. Paragraph organization, formal letter writing and business writing will also be addressed. Students will need to pay for their own book.
ZESL 021 500 - Susan Gorga, Instructor
$25
25 Sessions, Remote Course
Mon. & Weds. 9/14 – 12/14, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. No class 10/12 & 11/25
ZESL 021 501 – Michelle Soule, Instructor
$25
25 Sessions, Remote Course
Tues. & Thurs. 9/15 – 12/10, 3:15 – 5:15 p.m. No class 11/126
ESL – Level III
Students will learn reading strategies to improve their comprehension of English texts and practice several writing patterns. Students will also work on listening comprehension, speaking fluency, grammar, spelling and academic vocabulary. Students will need to pay for their own book.
ZESL 022 500 – Shauna Anderson, Instructor
$25
25 Sessions, Remote Course
Mon. & Weds. 9/14 – 12/14, 3 - 5 p.m. No class 10/12 & 11/25
ESL – Level IV
This is a continuation of Level III learning objectives. Preparing students for college-level coursework. Students will need to pay for their own book.
ZESL 023 500 – Shauna Anderson, Instructor
$25
25 Sessions, Remote Course
Weds & Fri. 9/16 – 12/18, 9 – 11 a.m. No class 11/25 & 11/27
| Schedule | Section | Seats Left | Cost | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ZESL-017 600 | 92 seats left | $0 |
Getting Paid to Talk
This course is an introduction to voiceovers. From audiobooks to advertisements and beyond, we encounter recorded voices everywhere! In this one-night class, your instructor will take you behind the scenes in the voiceover field for a fun and realistic look at how it really works. You’ll gain inside perspective on developing skills, learn how to leverage your voice’s strengths and your interests, and more. You’ll also have an opportunity to record a sample professional voiceover under the direction of the instructor. For more information, please visit https://voicecoaches.com.
Course will be held in
Creative Voice Development, Instructor
| Schedule | Section | Seats Left | Cost | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monday, 11/2 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm |
ZCOM-010 500 | 7 seats left | $25 |
Instant Italian
This dynamic course will teach you how to express yourself comfortably in Italian. You’ll learn practical, everyday words. You’ll read, hear and practice dialogues based on typical situations that you’re likely to encounter if you plan to vacation in Italy. The dialogues and follow-up exercises of each lesson will teach you to communicate in Italian in a wide variety of settings. You’ll be surprised by how quickly and easily you can learn many useful expressions in Italian. This course is taught online through our partnership with Ed2go. To log into your online classroom, please visit www.ed2go.com/hvcc and select My Classroom. Please note, it may take 24 – 48 hours before your registered course appears in My Classroom.
| Schedule | Section | Seats Left | Cost | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Online, 11/11 - 1/1 | ZILC-061 502 | 15 seats left | $130 |
No Excuses! Writing & Selling Your Book
Is a novel or nonfiction book burning inside you? Do you dream of being a published author? If so, learn the step-by-step process of transforming an idea into a published book from a publishing pro who has helped dozens of students become authors. Discover how to start and write your book, how to offer your book to agents and publishers, and how to guide your book to publishing success. One-on-one coaching with the instructor about your book project after the course eliminates any excuses preventing you from realizing your publishing dreams. This course is taught remotely via Zoom.
Pauline Bartel, Instructor
| Schedule | Section | Seats Left | Cost | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saturday, 10/24 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm |
ZCOM-019 500 | 0 seats left | $75 | Section Full Call to be added to wait list |
Spanish for Law Enforcement
With more and more Spanish-speaking people living in the United States every year, learning the Spanish language is becoming ever more important. In the law enforcement field, mastering basic Spanish will give you more skill to handle situations involving Spanish-speaking individuals. Adding Spanish skills to your resume can also open doors to new job opportunities. This course is taught online through our partnership with Ed2go. To log into your online classroom, please visit www.ed2go.com/hvcc and select My Classroom. Please note, it may take 24 – 48 hours before your registered course appears in My Classroom.
| Schedule | Section | Seats Left | Cost | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Online, 11/11 - 1/1 | ZILC-070 502 | 15 seats left | $144 |
Spanish for Medical Professionals
What do you do if a patient needs your help, but you can't understand them? What if you encounter worried family members, but aren't able to reassure them that everything will be fine? Those in the medical field can easily find themselves in such situations, and you want to be prepared. Medical Spanish courses are the perfect solution. Our simple and enjoyable Spanish for Medical Professionals course will give you the basic tools you need to bridge the communication gap.This course is taught online through our partnership with Ed2go. You will have three months to complete this course. To log into your online classroom, please visit www.ed2go.com/hvcc and select My Classroom. Please note, it may take 24 – 48 hours before your registered course appears in My Classroom.
| Schedule | Section | Seats Left | Cost | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ZILC-118 500 | 13 seats left | $135 |
Speed Spanish
Imagine yourself speaking, reading and writing Spanish. Now you can! This course is designed for anyone who wants to learn Spanish, pronto. You’ll learn six easy recipes for gluing Spanish words together to form sentences. In no time at all, you’ll be able to go into any Spanish speaking situation and converse in Spanish. ¡Qué bueno! This course is taught online through our partnership with Ed2go. To log into your online classroom, please visit www.ed2go.com/hvcc and select My Classroom. Please note, it may take 24 – 48 hours before your registered course appears in My Classroom.
| Schedule | Section | Seats Left | Cost | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Online, 11/11 - 1/1 | ZILC-063 502 | 15 seats left | $143 |
Writing for Children: A Beginner's Guide
Step into the magical world of children’s and young adult (YA) literature—and learn how to captivate young readers like a pro! This dynamic class dives deep into the hottest market trends, age-smart storytelling techniques, and unforgettable character creation that speaks directly to kids and teens. You’ll also get insider tips on crafting submissions that grab the attention of kid-lit magazines and publishers. Whether you’re dreaming of picture books or YA novels, this is your launchpad to creating stories that kids won’t put down. The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class. Students that need to withdraw from this class must do so five business days prior to the start of class for a refund. This course is taught remotely via Zoom.
| Schedule | Section | Seats Left | Cost | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monday, 10/26 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm |
ZCOM-108 500 | 10 seats left | $49 |
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