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Johnson County Community College’s Advanced and Professional Communication courses are specially designed to meet the unique needs of non-native American English speakers who live and work in the United States.

Speaking and pronunciation classes at JCCC will teach you presentation skills, grammar, professional writing, and other strategies to help participants communicate more clearly, directly, and confidently. Various topics will be covered in ESL Advanced and Professional courses, including:

  • Conversational English
  • Grammar development
  • Professional writing
  • Reading and vocabulary

How will ESL Advanced & Professional English courses at JCCC enhance my life or career?

Who should take JCCC’s ESL Advanced & Professional Communication continuing education courses?

  • Individuals who want to build confidence in their English communication skills and communicate with clarity, directness, and the cultural sensitivity expected in a professional organization setting.
  • Individuals aspiring to a management position or other advancement opportunities.
  • Working professionals with mid-to-high level English proficiency and who hold a bachelor’s degree or beyond from any country.

How will participants benefit?

  • Improved ability to communicate clearly and effectively
  • Enhanced confidence in communicating in English
  • Increased career opportunities
  • Ability to use professional communication strategies

Why choose JCCC Continuing Education ESL courses?

  • We’re experienced: All of our instructors have advanced training in teaching English as a Second Language (ESL), experience in working in a professional setting, and experience teaching adult learners.
  • We’re up-to-Date: Each of our instructors know their subject matters well, and the materials they teach in each course are relevant.
  • We’re flexible: We offer multiple different class formats that can fit into your busy schedule. At JCCC, we have online class formats for nearly every course. All classes are limited to 35 students, making it much easier to engage in discussion, ask questions, and more.
  • We’re affordable: Our costs at JCCC are reasonable, and our campus is convenient to the metro area.
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