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English Classes

Learn English, Build Confidence, Create Opportunities

Free English classes designed for immigrants and non-native speakers, offering multiple levels and locations to fit your schedule and needs.

Building Language Skills for Success in America

Program features

Find your level

Classes meet you where you are. All classes use the Cambridge One Ventures curriculum.

Pre-Literate

Perfect for students with little to no formal education or literacy skills.

  • Alphabet recognition
  • Basic grammar fundamentals
  • Vowel sounds and pronunciation
  • Simple vocabulary building

Basic

Foundational English skills for everyday life and practical communication.

  • Daily activities vocabulary
  • Personal information forms
  • Basic conversation skills
  • Practical life skills

Level 1

Building on basic skills with expanded vocabulary and grammar.

  • Present tense verbs
  • Questions and answers
  • Shopping and errands
  • Family and relationships

Level 2

Intermediate skills for more complex communication needs.

  • Past and future tenses
  • Workplace communication
  • Healthcare interactions
  • Community navigation

Level 3

Advanced conversational skills and academic preparation.

  • Complex grammar structures
  • Reading comprehension
  • Writing skills
  • Cultural communication

Level 4

Preparation for advanced academic or professional settings.

  • Advanced writing
  • Presentation skills
  • Critical thinking
  • Academic vocabulary

Transitional/Conversational

Focus on career readiness and professional communication skills.

  • Job interview preparation
  • Professional writing
  • Business communication
  • Leadership vocabulary

Good to know

No Class Fees

All English classes are completely free. Classroom workbooks are provided for use during class time, however, students may wish to purchase their own personal books for $20.

Academic Year

Classes typically run from September through May, following the traditional academic calendar.

Family Support

Childcare is available at many locations, and some sites provide meals to create a welcoming environment.

Class locations

Locations may follow a different holiday schedule and weather closure policy. Check with a location for its calendar.

First Baptist Church of Hoover

2025 Patton Chapel Rd
Suite B
Birmingham, AL 35216

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  • Tuesday Nights 6:15 – 8:00 PM Pre-Literate through Transitional acotton@bhmccc.org
  • Thursday Nights 6:15 – 8:00 PM Pre-Literate through Transitional Childcare available esl@brookhills.org

Iglesia Christiana Agape

557 Ruffner Rd
Irondale, AL 35210

pablo.agape@hotmail.com

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  • Tuesday Nights 6:00 – 8:00 PM Basic through Level 3 Childcare available

Hunter Street Baptist Church

2600 John Hawkins Pkwy
Hoover, AL 35244

205-985-7295

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  • Wednesday Mornings 9:00 – 11:00 AM Basic through Transitional Childcare available
  • Wednesday Nights 6:00 – 7:30 PM Childcare available

The Church at Brook Hills

3145 Brook Highland Pkwy
Birmingham, AL 35242

esl@brookhills.org

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  • Thursday Mornings 10:00 – 11:45 AM Level 1–4 and Transitional Childcare available

Ready to get started?

Immigrant and refugee families can apply for CCC services online.

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2025 Patton Chapel Road
Hoover, AL 35216
(205) 201-1095