English as a Second Language (Life Skills) classes through Johnson County Community College in Overland Park are available for permanent residents, 16 years or older, who are not enrolled in school.

Those under 18, emancipated minors and married 16- and 17-year-olds must provide additional documentation.

Fees are assessed for those holding visas. Placement testing is required during the two-day orientation.

Follow these three steps to attend ESL courses.

1. Register in person.

• Sign up IN PERSON for the next scheduled orientation and testing at these locations and times. No phone signups will be accepted. You can't enroll online.

2. Attend your assigned orientation and testing.

• Orientations are two days, three hours each day.
• You MUST attend both days.
• Arrive five minutes before scheduled time.
• Late arrivals are rescheduled for the next available time.
• Test results determine class level.

Orientation and Testing Schedules

3. Start class.

• Class size is limited.
• Class days and times are selected during orientation.
• Regular attendance is expected.
• An $90 material fee is due the first class session (information about buying textbooks is given during orientation).

Class Schedules
Class Descriptions

Contact Us
For more information about the ESL program, call 913-469-7621.