Adult English as a Second Language & Citizenship
The Adult Education ESL (AESL) program provides six levels of ESL instruction from Basic Literacy to Advanced. Additionally, we offer a course in citizenship that prepares students for success at their naturalization interview. AESL students have access to free tutoring and counseling services. The AESL program proudly serves approximately 2,000 students per year.
Upcoming Summer Semester Schedule:
Click here to view the AESL Class Schedule.
*Summer 2022 classes will be held in -person and online June 6 - August 14.
Getting Started:
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3. View Class Schedule (listed above) to view available courses |
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4. Register for AESL Classes in MySite ➡*How to register for classes guide |
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5. Attend free AESL classes in-person or online through Canvas. |
Need Assistance? Contact Us
We are available to assist you Monday-Thursday 8:30am - 8:00pm
Tel.: (949) 348-6850 Email: scadulted@saddleback.edu
Classes Offered
Course offerings for AESL/ Citizenship:
All of the following courses are non-credit, free courses
AESL 701 Basic Literacy
AESL 702 Beginning Low
AESL 703 Beginning High
AESL 704 Intermediate Low
AESL 705 Intermediate High
AESL 706 Advanced Low
AESL 708 Citizenship
AESL 710 AESL for Workplace (new course)
| *Click here to access the Student Self-Placement Tool |
*Students can earn CDCP (Career Development and College Preparation) certificates in Beginning, Intermediate and Advanced AESL levels after receiving a passing grade in two courses. We also offer a CDCP certificate in AESL for the Workplace after passing two courses.
View our State-approved AESL and Citizenship Courses.
Learn more about AESL Certificates of Competency.
Click here to view comparable ESL courses at Irvine Valley College.
Adult Education Main Office | Visit Us
Welcome Back, Students! The Adult Education office located at Silverado High School is now open to the public for on-site student support services. Please Note: Face coverings are required for all students, staff and visitors. Learn more about our safety procedures at saddleback.edu/HealthandSafetySafety-Requirements
The main office for Saddleback College Adult Education is located off of the main campus, at Silverado High School in order to serve our students in the community. Here, you will find a dedicated space for classrooms and staff offices.
➡ Address: 25632 Peter A Hartman Way, Mission Viejo, CA 92691 *Click here for map.
➡ Hours: Monday-Thursday 8:30 am - 8:00 pm
Student Services Offered:
- Admissions & Records assistance (Bilingual support offered in English & Spanish)
- Application support
- Registration support
- Student Update support on college record
- Technology assistance (Bilingual support offered in English & Spanish)
- Canvas support
- College Email support
- ConferZoom support
Class Locations | Adult Education
Saddleback Adult Education partners with several community agencies to bring you classes throughout South Orange County.
❖ Saddleback College main campus
28000 Marguerite Parkway Mission Viejo, California 92692
❖ Saddleback Adult Education at Silverado High School
25632 Peter A. Hartman Way, Mission Viejo, CA 92691
❖ Union High School (formerly Serra High School)
31351 El Camino Real, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
*Please note: We will be offering three options for fall classes - On-Campus, Hybrid or Fully Online.
Undocumented Students | Educational & Community Resources
Saddleback College is deeply committed to the inclusion of all people, regardless of their race, ethnicity, heritage, national origin, immigration status, religion, age, sexual orientation, or level of ability. Saddleback College is dedicated to student success, inclusion, and the powerful representation of each member of our community.
The Undocumented Student Support webpage provides a variety of resources to our Dreamers, AB540 eligible students and our undocumented students to support academic success. California Assembly Bill 540 (AB540) is a California law that allows qualified undocumented students opportunities to further their education and pay in-state tuition fees at all California Community Colleges.
If you are an undocumented student, there are many resources available to you. Please know Saddleback Colleges caring allies are ready to help and protect our undocumented community and their families.
At Saddleback College you will find a safe environment and supportive community.
Welcome to opportunity.
Click here for more information on the Saddleback Undocumented Student Support Resources
Meet with a Bilingual Counselor
Bilingual counselors are provided by the Saddleback College Counseling Center.
*Spring semester counseling begins January 18.*
Our bilingual counselors' information is listed below. Please click on the pop-in zoom links to meet with a counselor or call us at (949) 348-6850 to schedule an appointment.
Counselors provide students with:
❖ Academic counseling ❖ Career counseling ❖ Personal counseling
Click here to view a flyer of our Spring 2022 Counseling schedule.
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY 8:30 am - 12:00 pm In-Person at Silverado HS
Maryam Afshari
(English & Farsi)
8:30 am - 12:00 pm Online
Maryam Afshari
(English & Farsi)
12:00 pm - 7:00 pm In-person at Silverado HS
Jeanette Esquivel
(English & Spanish)
jesquivelmorales@ivc.edu(link sends e-mail)
9:00 am - 1:00 pm In-person at Silverado HS
Angel Torres
(English & Spanish)
atorres92@saddleback.edu(link sends e-mail)
9:00 am - 7:00 pm Online
Angel Torres
(English & Spanish)
8:30 am - 3:30 pm In-person at Silverado HS
Tanith Quintanilla
(English & Spanish)
12:00 pm - 7:00 pm Online
Tanith Quintanilla
(English & Spanish)
4:00 - 7:00 pm Online
Maryam Afshari
(English & Farsi)
mafshari@saddleback.edu(link sends e-mail)
12:00 pm - 7:00 pm Online
Jeanette Esquivel
(English & Spanish)
jesquivelmorales@ivc.edu(link sends e-mail)
3:00 - 7:00 pm Online
Maryam Afshari
(English & Farsi)
Registration & Canvas Resources | Video Guides
MySite Registration Guide
Canvas and ConferZoom Guide
