Prerequisites

In the World Languages and Cultures Department, there are NO PREREQUISITES for the following types of courses:

  • Entry-level courses in any language that assume no previous background or study, such as 1, 1A, or 10A.
  • Conversation courses in any language; 10A, B, C, D,E ; 12A,B,C ; 11A,11B ; 14A, 14B, 14C ; 15A, 15B, 16A, 16B

Many courses do have advisories (recommended preparation). Please check the college catalog for information. You do not need to provide any documentation to show that you have met the advisories. They are there to help you choose the correct course to enroll in.

If you have taken the prerequisite course at CCSF then you will have no problems enrolling in the language class. If you have taken the prerequisite courses at another college or in high school, or if you have learned the language skills another way, follow the steps below to complete a "prerequisite clearance" so you can still enroll in the class.

How to Clear a Prerequisite

Your prerequisite clearance will need to be processed before you can register for a class. Therefore, please submit the necessary documentation as soon as possible.

Prerequisite Clearance Process for World Languages and Cultures Courses — Three Easy Steps

Step 1 - Determine if the course you want to take requires prerequisite clearance

Courses for beginners and all conversation courses have no formal prerequisites. Register and you are done.

Most other courses do require prerequisite clearance. If you passed the prerequisite course at CCSF with a grade of C or better, then no additional prerequisite clearance is required.

Step 2 - Clear the prerequisite using a transcript or a placement test

  • 2A—Transcript
  • 2B—Placement Test

Step 3 - Register for the course

Now that you've cleared the prerequisite, you can register for your class on MyRAM Portal. Registration and prerequisite clearance are two separate processes.

Whichever method you use:

You should hear back within a week with confirmation your prerequisite has been cleared.  If not, follow up by sending an email to prereq@ccsf.edu.