English in the American Workplace | Montgomery College, Maryland

Our Classes

Our English in the American Workplace (EAW) classes are the best starting place for students who have a high school diploma, equivalent, or GED®, and need more practice with their English skills. The class will prepare you to be successful in vocational, Work + certification, or credit classes. Students will improve their English skills, make connections to professionals, learn computer skills, and skills that will help them be successful in the American workplace

The EAW class will help prepare students for our Vocational ESOL classes and/or be ready for a job. Students learn to build and develop career and professional connections at the same time they work on their language and workplace skills. This course gives students more practice with speaking, listening, and writing skills to so they can be successful in our vocational and certificate programs.

Interested in these programs?

Learn More: WorkPlus! Class Information Form

Fill out this form, and you will receive information about upcoming courses and updates to orientation and registration dates.

Learn English for the American Workplace

Requirements for English for the American Workplace (EAW) Classes

You must live in Maryland to take these classes.
You must be at least 18 years old to take these classes.
You must have Intermediate level English or higher
All EAW classes are free for eligible students
You must attend an online information session.
You must take an in-person CASAS test to be placed in any class (online or in-person classes).
Students with F1 or J1 visa cannot take classes in this program. Contact ESL-Rockville@montgomerycollege.edu, if you have a F1 or J1 visa and want to take ESOL classes.

Printable flyer: English in the American Workplace (PDF, )

English in the American Workplace Class Schedules

New this semester: In-person and Online classes available.

Spring 2026 Application Information;

Choose the time you want to take.
You must register to attend the Online information session for that class.
Attend the required information session.
During the information session, you will: Complete the class application form.
You will need to take the reading and listening placements test in person. Information about the testing will be given during the information session.
Note: If you are currently taking a class, you must talk to your teacher about how to apply in class.

Class Schedule and Application Dates

Online Classes Information

Class Location: Online via Zoom

Class Dates and Times:
- Monday-Friday: 9:05 a.m.-11:05 a.m
- January 16 - February 27, 2026
OR
- Monday-Friday: 1:30 p.m.- 3:30 p.m.
- January 16 - February 27, 2026
OR
- Tuesday & Thursday: 6:30 p.m.- 9:30 p.m.
- January 27 - April 4, 2026
OR
- Monday & Wednesday: 6:30 p.m.- 9:30 p.m.
- January 28 - April 6, 2026

Cost: Free

You must register to attend the online information and application session.

Choose one:

December 11, 2025; 6:00 p.m. via Zoom
- OR
December 12, 2025; 9:00 a.m. via Zoom
- OR
December 12, 2025; 1:30 p.m. via Zoom

Click on the link below to register for the information session. Information about testing will be given during the information and application session.

In-Person Classes Information

Class Location: Montgomery College, Rockville Campus

Class Dates & Times:
- Monday-Friday: 1:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m.
- January 16-February 27, 2026

Cost: Free

You must register to attend the in-person information and application session.

Location: Montgomery College-Rockville campus

Mannakee Building, Room MK 101
900 Hungerford Drive
Rockville, MD 20850

Date and Time:

December 15, 2025 at 1:30 pm

Click on the link below to register for the information session.

Placement testing will be on the same day.

You will take the reading and listening placement tests in person.

Printable flyer English for the American Workplace (PDF, )