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.
Fall Semester Schedule:
Click here to view the AESL Class Schedule.
*Fall 2022 classes will be held August 22 - December 20.
Getting Started
Follow these 5 Steps to Success!
1. Create account for Adult Education Assessment ID Number - Also known as ASAP ID 2. Submit Saddleback College Application 3. View AESL Class Schedule (linked above) to view classes available 4. Register for AESL Classes in MySite *(View "How to Register for Classes" guide) 5. Attend free AESL classes in-person or online through Canvas! *For questions / more information, please call us at (949) 348-6850 or email us at scadulted@saddleback.edu We are available to assist you Monday - Thursday 8:30am-8:00pm
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.
Need Assistance? Contact Us
We are available to assist you Monday-Thursday 8:30am - 8:00pm
Tel.: (949) 348-6850 Email: scadulted@saddleback.edu
Adult Education Main Office | Visit Us
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
AESL Class Locations | Adult Education
Saddleback Adult Education partners with several community agencies to bring you classes throughout South Orange County.
❖ 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
❖ South Orange County Family Resource Center (FRC) (link is external)
22481 Aspan St, Suite B, Lake Forest, CA 92630
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.
*Fall semester counseling begins August 15, 2022.
To schedule an appointment, call us at (949) 348-6850.
Counselors provide students with:
❖ Academic counseling ❖ Career counseling ❖ Personal counseling
Click here to view a flyer of the Fall 2022 Counseling schedule.
| MONDAY | TUESDAY | WEDNESDAY | THURSDAY |
|---|---|---|---|
|
8:30 am - 2:30 pm *In-Person at Silverado HS Maryam Afshari (English & Farsi) |
8:30 am - 3:30 pm *In-person at Silverado HS Tanith Quintanilla (English & Spanish)
|
1:00 pm - 7:00 pm *In-person at Silverado HS Jeanette Esquivel (English & Spanish)
|
11:00 am - 7:00 pm *Online Tanith Quintanilla (English & Spanish)
|
|
3:00 pm - 7:00 pm *Online Jeanette Esquivel (English & Spanish) |
2:00 pm - 7:00 pm *Online Maryam Afshari (English & Farsi) |
4:00 pm - 7:00 pm *Online Maryam Afshari (English & Farsi) |
Registration & Canvas Resources | Video Guides
MySite Registration Guide
Canvas and ConferZoom Guide
