English as a Second Language

Improve your English language skills in preparation for college, a career, and more at College of Western Idaho (CWI) with English as a Second Language (ESL) classes and career pathways. FREE classes are offered in Boise, Nampa, and various community locations. View the information below for details and steps to get started. 

Note: CWI's ESL program does not meet F-1 Visa requirements for international students. 

ESL students in a classroom

Boise ESL

Boise ESL is located at CWI's Ada County Center Mallard Building in room 1121.

  • Visit ESL Classes in Boise to view class details.
  • To take classes at our Boise location, get started by scheduling an appointment. 

Community Learning Center Hours:
Monday – Thursday: 9 a.m. – 8 p.m.

Schedule an Appointment with Boise ESL  

Nampa ESL

Nampa ESL is located at CWI's Canyon County Center in room 106.

  • Visit ESL Classes in Nampa to view class details.
  • To take classes at our Nampa location, get started by scheduling an appointment.

Community Learning Center Hours:
Monday – Thursday: 9:30 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Friday: 9:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Schedule an Appointment with Nampa ESL

ESL students in a classroom
ESL students

Community Locations

In addition to classes in Boise and Nampa, CWI also offers ESL classes at the following community locations: 

To get started, see flyer above for contact information. 

Additional Opportunities

Build your skills in preparation for college or a career, and improve your English language skills along the way by participating in the classes and workshops listed below. 

2535 Apple Computer Classes

Learn how to create digital documents, use applications, computer coding concepts, how to create apps, and explore Information Technology career pathways.

  • Classes are free, and various times and locations are available. 
  • View the flyer linked below for class details

Apple Computer Classes

2535 Computer Skills Classes

Enhance your computer skills to become a more efficient and capable student or employee!

Beginner: Build a strong foundation with typing skills, professional email writing, internet safety, and an introduction to essential computer programs.

Intermediate: Take your skills further by improving typing and email proficiency, conducting effective online research, mastering word processing, creating presentations, and working with spreadsheets.

Advanced: Develop expertise in multimedia projects, file management, and cloud storage while refining your skills in presentations, spreadsheets, and word processing. Learn to leverage technology for problem-solving.

  • Free classes in Boise.
  • Classroom computers available for use during sessions.

Computer Skills Classes

2535 English Conversation Classes

Improve your English language skills through conversation.

  • Free classes, held at the Meridian Library, begin in April.
  • View the flyer linked below for class details

English Conversation Classes

2535 Pre-Mechatronics Classes

Learn about and prepare for CWI's Advanced Mechatronics Engineering Technology program. Pre-Mechatronics classes will cover key concepts, help you begin building your digital skill set, and prepare you for exciting career opportunities.

  • Free classes held in Boise
  • View the flyer linked below for class details

Pre-Mechatronics Classes

Contact Us

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Mallard Building
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208.562.2024
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Canyon County Center
Canyon County Center