To improve your English reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills, Richland offers English as a Second Language (ESL) classes FREE for all levels.

Students may register for ESL classes at class, attend more than one class, and begin at any point in the semester. For more information, please contact the ESL coordinator or visit the Adult Education Office.

Study in the field of Speech offers skills in communication and analysis that are essential in most careers. An education in literature, criticism and language teaches students to write effectively and expressively, to think critically, to weigh values, and to communicate ideas. These skills improve one’s chances of finding jobs in a wide variety of fields. A concentration in Speech helps to prepare a student for work in communications, public relations, government and public service, sales, publishing, journalism, advertising, education, performing arts, and business.