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Adult Education ELL

Whether you speak a little English or no English, we offer free English Language Learning (formerly ESL) classes at Johnson County Community College at the level for you.

Fall 2025 classes

Registration for Fall 2025 is Monday, August 4, at 9 a.m.

Classes are offered in-person.

Class times

Monday and Wednesday
Classes start: Wednesday, September 3
Time: 9 a.m.–noon or 6–9 p.m.
Classes end: Wednesday, December 3

Tuesday and Thursday
Classes start: Thursday, September 4
Time: 9 a.m.–noon or 6–9 p.m.
Classes end: Thursday, December 4

Classes offered at West Park and Center of Grace.

Keep in mind:

  • Not all class levels will be offered every time or at every location.
  • If a class doesn’t have enough students, it will be canceled. Students will be offered another time.

Register online or in person. You will also be expected to attend a 2-day testing session.

Questions? Call 913-469-7621

ESL students working with an instructor in a classroom

Join us for Adult Education ELL courses at JCCC

ELL classes are available for:

  • Adults 18 years or older
  • Must live in the Kansas City metro area
  • Must be able to attend class in person

Expectations for all students, both in-person and online:

  • Attend classes regularly.
  • Be in class on time.
  • Complete 2 hours of homework each week.
  • Pay a non-refundable book and materials fee.
  • Be in class on the first day of class.
  • Be in class on the last day of class.
  • Complete registration, orientation and testing, and technology training (if necessary).

If a student stops attending classes before the last day of the semester, they may not be readmitted the following semester.

Ready to sign up?

Registration is held at the beginning of each semester. You must register in person or online and attend a 2-day testing session.

Registration details

Questions? Call 913-469-7621

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