STUDENT RETENTION & SUCCESS/ASSESSMENT
Mission Statement
It is the mission of the Pierce College Assessment Center to provide students with knowledge of their interests and aptitudes to better enable them to formulate their educational goals. When a student knows their English and math skill levels, they will be properly placed, thus increasing their probability of academic success.
All students must first apply to Los Angeles Pierce College (LAPC) and receive their Student ID number before taking part in the guided self-placement process. ESL Students Only.
ESL Guided Placement Process
Students whose native language is not English or who did not grow up speaking English in the home can choose from two ESL pathways at Pierce.
- Noncredit ESL classes are meant for students interested in learning English for non-academic purposes (such as speaking English in everyday life at home and in public spaces).
- Credit ESL classes are intended for students who are pursuing academic goals, such as degree or transfer.
Placement Process for Credit E.S.L. at LAPC
Pierce offers a comprehensive Credit E.S.L. Program for students whose native language is not English or who did not grow up speaking English. Our program serves a variety of students from different language and cultural backgrounds. Our 5-level reading, writing, listening and speaking sequences prepare students for skills that are needed for both academic and professional work. We provide quality instruction and supportive student services to help students meet their personal goals online and in person.
Our classes range from low-intermediate to high-advanced and prepare students for success in English 101. Students can attend classes both in-person on our campus and online via Canvas.
If you are interested in taking ESL courses for non-academic purposes, please refer to the non-credit ESL program at Pierce College.
ESL Placement Survey
About the Placement Exams
Access your placement results online
Placement results can be viewed online at your Student Information System (SIS) portal.
- Go to MyCollege.laccd.edu
- Enter your Student ID Number and your password credentials to proceed.
- Select the Student Success tile.
- Then select assessment in the left navigation.
Placement Exam Notes
- If you are in high school or graduated in the previous 10 years, your placement should be already updated in your student portal. If you have no placements in your portal contact counseling to participate in the guided self-placement process.
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