English as a Second Language (ESL)

You can take classes with CNM's ESL (English as a Second Language) program if you are a non-native speaker of English. The program serves students from all over the world.

We offer classes at the High Beginning, Low Intermediate, High Intermediate, and Low Advanced levels.

Spring Session A classes will start Monday, January 23, 2023

ESL Virtual Orientation

The ESL Virtual Orientation provides important information and will help you decide if the ESL program is appropriate for you. 

ESL Virtual Orientation

Spanish GED Orientation

Please fill out the Spanish HSE orientation form to prepare for our next session.

Spanish HSE Orientation

  • Classes are numbered 101-106, 201-206, 301-306, and 401-406. You will be offered a class that matches your CASAS test score.

For detailed course descriptions, please see the ESL section of the course catalog. If your CASAS ESL placement test score is 236 or above you can take the CASAS Reading and Math GOALS tests and register for HSE preparation classes, or take the Accuplacer test in the Assessment Center and register for college-level classes for ESOL (English Speakers of Other Languages).

If you have additional questions about the program, please reach out to us at CNM_ABE_Staff@cnm.edu. 

** Bright Space está ofreciendo seminarios para aprender sobre la plataforma en español. Puede seguir este enlace para obtener más información.

Career Pathways

Nursing Assistant

Central New Mexico Community College offers a certificate program for Adult Basic Education (ABE) students who wish to prepare for working in health care. The program is open to speakers of any language. Instruction is in English. The program is open to qualified Advanced ESL students with test scores 221 (Advanced) or above. Ability to work legally in the U.S. depends on immigration & visa status. Visit USCIS.gov for more information.

Note: All students interested in this program MUST attend an orientation before registering.

For more information contact the Adult Basic Education Achievement Coach at (505) 224-4270 or send us an email at CNM_ABE_Staff@cnm.edu.

Spanish Bilingual Program

If you are interested in CNM's Spanish bilingual program in Early Childhood Multicultural Education, contact Elma Garcia at egarcia312@cnm.edu or call (505) 224-4000 ext. 54134. The program is open to ESL students with test scores of 181-235. 

A student can register for classes after an orientation has been completed and the ESL placement test has been taken. We offer leveled classes and multi-level classes. Classes are are offered in person and online.

Tutoring

ESL Conversation Group

We offer ESL conversation groups for anyone wanting to improve their English speaking! 

Please contact the The Learning and Computer Center (TLCc) for more information.

Individual Tutoring

Individual tutoring is available for current ABE students. Please contact the The Learning and Computer Center (TLCc) for more information and to schedule an appointment with a tutor.

Long Term Tutoring

The Adult Literacy Movement of Albuquerque (ALMA) offers long-term (6 months to 1 year) individual tutoring for ABE students needing a tutor for longer than a semester. You will be matched with a volunteer tutor from the community. Keep in mind that finding a tutor match can take one to two months.

Contact KC McKillip, ALMA Tutor Coordinator, for more information.

(505) 224-4000 ext. 53085