Become a
PACE Setter!
Pasadena City College and PACE will offer English as a Second Language (ESL) classes to students who want job training and better English.
Scroll for benefits, eligibility requirements and to sign up.
Classes start January 24!
Program Incentives
Make money while you improve your English and get support while studying. Earn $600 for class completion and up to $3,000 paid work experience for eligible participants.
- Complete Orientation, Assessment & Create Individual Employment Plan and set milestones to earn $100.00 incentive
- Complete HALF of set milestones to earn $250.00 incentive
- Complete ALL of set milestones to earn another $250.00 incentive
- Support Services available for assistance while in program up to $280.00
- Earn incentive during 3 months of World of Work (WOW) upon successful completion of all set milestones (space is limited)
Eligibility Requirements
To join the program, you must be able to work in the U.S., live in Los Angeles County, and speak and write some English. Here is a list of required documents:
- Valid CA ID or Drivers License AND Social Security Card (MUST be signed)
- Valid US Passport - (Must be signed) if you have one
- Valid Permanent Resident Card OR Employment Authorization Card (Copy-BOTH SIDES) for non-citizens
- Current public assistance verification of Benefits Receiving (Notice of Action w/benefits $ amount) - if you are receiving them
How to Apply
Please fill out the contact form below and one of our staff will reach out with more information and further instructions.