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English as a Second Language & Citizenship

Dates, times, and sessions for classes subject to change. Please call 805.289.1744 if you have questions.

All classes are free. Classes are held at either 5200 or 5280 Valentine Road.

English as a Second Language (ESL)

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Learn English with a combination of traditional methods and modern technology! You will practice speaking, listening, reading and writing with a teacher in class and use the Burlington English program at home. Classes and materials are free. To enroll, call 805-289-1744 ext. 0 and give your name and phone number.  A teacher will call you back and enroll you. New students can enroll and start anytime. Register here (go to bottom of page).

¡Aprende inglés con una combinación de métodos tradicionales y tecnología moderna! Practicará hablando, escuchando, leyendo y escribiendo con un maestro, utilizando el programa informático Burlington English en el aula y en casa. No hay libro de texto, ni tarifa de clase, ni tarifa de registro. Para inscribirse, llame al 805-289-1744 ext. 0 y indique su nombre y número de teléfono. Un maestro le devolverá la llamada y le inscribirá.  Regístrese en línea aquí

English as a Second Language Classes
Clases de inglés

We offer multiple levels in the morning and in the evening. After testing, you will be placed in the appropriate class.

Class    Days    Time
Beginner English  MTWTh     9 am - 12 pm
Intermediate English  MTWTh     9 am - 12 pm
Advanced English  MTWTh     9 am - 12 pm
Beginner English   MTWTh     6 pm - 9 pm
Intermediate   MTWTh     6 pm - 9 pm
Advanced English  MW   6 pm - 9 pm
Supplemental in-person classes    
Conversation – all levels   F       10:00 am - 12 pm
Reading – Intermediate/ Advanced  T  12:30 pm - 2 pm
Online (Zoom) Classes    
Intermediate      MW     9:00 am - 11:00 am
Intermediate      MW      6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

 

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Citizenship Preparation

US Citizenship

This class is for U.S. Permanent Residents who are ready to prepare for the U.S. Citizenship interview and exam. Subjects include American History and Government. Students get help filling out the N-400 application and practice for the exam and interview.  Students need to speak and understand basic English to attend the class.  The class is free!  All study materials are provided at no charge. When you are ready to send your citizenship application to the government, you will pay $710 Online/$760 mail, to the government. It is not necessary to send your application during the class - it is your decision. You can register in person at VACE’s main office at 5200 Valentine Road in Ventura, or in person with the teacher. See our flyer here  - (or in Spanish).

Sessions9/10/26-11/19/26,  1/7/27-3/11/27,  3/18/27-6/3/27

Call the VACE office at (805) 289-1744, ext. 1201, for registration information.

Instructor Location Days Time
 Stouthamer   5280 Valentine Road, Room 229  Th   6:00 pm - 9:00 pm