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Helps students earn their high school credential, enter employment and begin college-level studies. Programs include: -High School 21+: For adults who lack a high school diploma now have a new way to earn their diploma. It's called High School 21+, and it allows students to earn high school credit by completing coursework in our Basic and Transitional Studies division. -GED® Classes: For adults, age 16 and older, who want to improve their skills and prepare for the GED® tests. -College Prep: Courses teach foundational skills in reading, writing, math and technology— so adults can move more quickly through pre-college English and math and begin college level coursework. -I-BEST/Career Training programs: Designed to accelerate students toward in-demand jobs at living wages, even for students who have not yet finished the traditional ESL, GED®, or other pathways to college.

Offers services and workshops for job seekers. Services for all job seekers: - Job postings, a job bank with computers, resume assistance, phones and fax machine, open computer lab - Resume, cover letter, interview skills and technology workshops - Job fairs, hiring events, employer panels and industry forums - Full service Learning Center operated by Renton Technical College offering ESL, Adult Basic Education, GED and the High School 21+ diploma program. Employment workshops include the following classes: - Computer Assisted Job Search: Provides tools and assistance to conduct an effective job search. This includes setting up an email account, learning where to apply online, completing an online application, converting a resume to text only, posting a resume online and learning about career exploration tools. Basic computer skills are required. - Beginning Internet: Teaches how to use the Internet for job search purposes. No computer experience necessary, however Keyboarding and Mouse class highly encouraged as a prerequisite. - Beginning PC Skills: Computer tutorial to help gain speed and confidence on a computer. Will teach how to manipulate a computer and create a document, as well as how to improve typing speed. All levels are welcome. - Mock Interview: Teaches valuable interviewing tips and provides the opportunity to practice frequently in a supportive and realistic environment. - Resume Critique: Provides resume critique and assistance from an employment specialist. Must have an electronic version of your resume, either on a flash drive or within/attached to an email. Must have two job descriptions of jobs you wish to apply to. Limit 8 people per workshop. - Resume & Cover Letters: Teaches how to write a compelling cover letter and resume. Basic computer skills and/or typing experience preferred. - Women's Worth & Rights in the Workplace: Provides tips and tools for effectively evaluating your worth and negotiation power. Will also cover local, state and federal labor standards and what to do when your rights at work are violated. - Interview Skills: Practice responding to typical interview questions and begin the necessary preparation to ace a job interview.

Offers Adult Basic Education (ABE) and General Education Development (GED) courses.   Volunteers are recruited and placed with students enrolled in ABE. Volunteers receive sensitivity training and tutoring skills training.   Some child care is available on a fee basis.   The Adult Basic Education classes are designed to help adults:   -  Improve basic skills in reading, writing and math   -  Develop life-long learning skills   -  Obtain personal satisfaction through self-development   -  Meet basic skills requirements for workplace job opportunities   -  Prepare for GED classes or other college classes   GED® Test Preparation classes at Bellevue College are designed for students with well-developed reading skills to: -  Review and prepare for the four GED® tests -  Identify readiness to take the GED® tests based on in-class practice tests -  Develop test taking strategies and study skills

Offers multiple pre-college programs. Adult Basic Education (ABE) is comprised of three programs designed to teach foundational skills of reading, writing, math and technology so adults can move through high school and college and into high-demand jobs. Programs are designed for adults with academic skills below high school completion level or who need to improve their skills. General Education Development Helps students prepare for the four-part GED test. Successful completion of the four-part test (Language Arts, Math, Science and Social Studies) earns a GED certificate. GED certification is equivalent to a high school education and is usually accepted in place of a diploma. ESL Classes help with reading, writing and grammar, speaking and listening, pronunciation, career preparation and computer skills. Classes are available in six levels, from beginner to college-ready. High School Completion Provides adults 19 years or older an opportunity to earn a high school diploma in a college setting, substituting college classes for remaining high school requirements. High school completion classes (English, math, history, science) are scheduled in the evenings to accommodate adult students with daytime jobs.

Offers mentorship, education and employment assistance for youth and young adults.

Provides free ESL, citizenship and basic skills such as reading, writing, math and computer use classes and tutoring to adult learners. Helps learners prepare for the GED. Provides naturalization assistance to city of Seattle residents. Students enrolled in the program can receive job search assistance and individual tutoring as well.

Basic Education for Adults (BEdA) programs at Lake Washington Institute of Technology teach foundational skills including reading, writing, math, technology, and the English language. LWTech's BEdA program serves over 1,200 students annually in the Kirkland and Seattle Eastside area. The program is designed for adults with academic skills below high school completion or who need to improve their English language skills and allows students to move through college and into high-demand jobs. In addition, BEdA students may choose programs that best fit their path depending on their prior educational experience. Basic Education for Adults Classes in this program are known as BEDA classes, and include coursework in reading, writing, math, communication, and the English language. I-BEST Integrated Basic Education and Skills Training (I-BEST) classes at Lake Washington Institute of Technology have two instructors, one supporting the technical/academic learning, while the other supports basic skills in reading, writing, and critical thinking. I-BEST helps students succeed. They are two times more likely to graduate from the college. High School + (HS+) High School+ (HS+) is a high school diploma program for adult learners 18 and older who do not have a high school diploma or equivalency. Adults can work with an instructor to demonstrate abilities in reading, writing, and math within subject areas such as science, history, government, occupational studies, and the arts. English Language Learning (ELL) If you want to improve your English to get a better job or get a college degree, the English Language Learning (ELL) program offers day, afternoon, or evening classes at the Kirkland campus. This program is formerly known as English as a Second Language (ESL).

Offers multiple pre-college programs. Adult Basic Education for adults who may have experienced educational gaps, missed the opportunity to develop certain skills or missed necessary steps in their education. Students may work on basic reading, writing and mathematics, career exploration and college readiness skills.   ESL offers six levels of English and additional support classes. General Education Development helps students prepare for the four-part GED test. Successful completion of the four-part test (Language Arts, Math, Science and Social Studies) earns a GED certificate. GED certification is equivalent to a high school education and is usually accepted in place of a diploma.   High School Completion provides an opportunity for students to earn a high school diploma in a college setting, substituting college classes for remaining high school requirements. College level classes may be taken to fulfill both high school and college degree requirements at the same time.

What kind of workforce training, small business support, adult education?

Provides comprehensive post-secondary and continuing education programs, including adult basic education, English as a Second Language (ESL) classes, parenting classes, vocational education, and many other programs.

Offers one-on-one employment assistance for King County public housing and Section 8 residents, designed to reduce barriers between public housing residents and their neighbors in the surrounding community. Includes job training and technology instruction, GED, ESL, and ABE assistance, and peer-supported services.

Helps students earn their high school credential, enter employment and begin college-level studies. Programs include: -High School 21+: For adults who lack a high school diploma now have a new way to earn their diploma. It's called High School 21+, and it allows students to earn high school credit by completing coursework in our Basic and Transitional Studies division. -GED® Classes: For adults, age 16 and older, who want to improve their skills and prepare for the GED® tests. -College Prep: Courses teach foundational skills in reading, writing, math and technology— so adults can move more quickly through pre-college English and math and begin college level coursework. -I-BEST/Career Training programs: Designed to accelerate students toward in-demand jobs at living wages, even for students who have not yet finished the traditional ESL, GED®, or other pathways to college.

Helps students earn their high school credential, enter employment and begin college-level studies. Programs include: -High School 21+: For adults who lack a high school diploma now have a new way to earn their diploma. It's called High School 21+, and it allows students to earn high school credit by completing coursework in our Basic and Transitional Studies division. -GED® Classes: For adults, age 16 and older, who want to improve their skills and prepare for the GED® tests. -College Prep: Courses teach foundational skills in reading, writing, math and technology— so adults can move more quickly through pre-college English and math and begin college level coursework. -I-BEST/Career Training programs: Designed to accelerate students toward in-demand jobs at living wages, even for students who have not yet finished the traditional ESL, GED®, or other pathways to college.

Offers adults of any nationality to complete their basic education virtually in Spanish. The program offers: - The possibility to earn a primary and / or secondary diploma. - The opportunity to start any time and study at your own pace. - The Spanish curriculum, materials, and tutorials. - Tutoring volunteers to assist students. - A placement test that allows for studying individually, starting at your level. Completing a primary or secondary diploma will allow the student to achieve: - Lay the foundation for HS+ or GED. - Learn or improve English. - Be able to help students help their children with homework. - Have a group of volunteer teachers who will help you with computer skills and other library resources. - Get support to achieve educational goals and dreams.

Highschool Students partake in a 16 week intensive online course which teaches Financial Literacy, Healthy Thinking, Goal Setting, Family Life and History. After the 16 week course is completed. Youth travel to Africa in December for 2 weeks. Online Course: September 7th (16 weeks – Meet every Sunday) Trip to Senegal: December 26th 2024 - January 8th, 2025

Basic & Transitional Studies offers a variety of programs to help learners of all levels, providing the education needed to prepare for college and career readiness. English as a Second Language (ESL) classes are offered to help non–native speakers to communicate in English. Adult Basic Education (ABE) classes are for adults who are already proficient in the English language but wish to improve their basic reading, writing and math skills. ABE classes are also for a student whose placement test results require that they improve their basic skills before they head into college–level courses. General Educational Development (GED®) prep classes are available to prepare for taking the GED® test, a placement test that qualifies one for college–level courses. High School + is for adult students who don’t have a high school diploma or a GED. HS+ students can receive a high school diploma by demonstrating their competence in reading, writing, and math within high school subject areas.

Offers multiple pre-college programs.   Adult Basic Education Teaches basic English reading, writing and math skills. Classes help students transition into college or career training programs, learn workplace computer skills, discover personal strengths and learn workplace relational skills. General Education Development Helps students prepare for the four-part GED test. Successful completion of the four-part test (Language Arts, Math, Science and Social Studies) earns a GED certificate.   GED certification is equivalent to a high school education and is usually accepted in place of a diploma. ESL Classes help with reading, writing and grammar, speaking and listening, pronunciation, workplace skills, beginning computer literacy and citizenship. Useful English prepares students for real world needs and college-level reading and writing. High School Completion Provides adults 19 years or older an opportunity to earn a high school diploma in a college setting, substituting college classes for remaining high school requirements. High school completion classes (English, math, history, science) are scheduled in the evenings to accommodate adult students with daytime jobs. Students who test into college level may take regular day or evening college courses for high school graduation credit. High School 21+ Assists adults 21 years and older complete their high school diploma and prepare for college level courses.

Offers both credit and non-credit classes, including adult basic education, Running Start and continuing education. Also offers business and career education classes and online classes.

Provides instruction for adults who seek to master or brush up on basic skills.   Adult Basic Education Offers adults an opportunity to improve their reading, writing and math skills to be better prepared to enter a college program or technical training, or prepare for advancement in employment. Instruction may include small group classes or be self-paced. Classes are offered in the morning, afternoon and evening at various times and locations.   General Education Development Test Preparation Offers classes to help students prepare for four separate tests in the areas of mathematical reasoning, reasoning through language arts, science, and social studies.   Classes are offered in the morning, afternoon and evening at various times and locations.  High School 21+ Provides an opportunity for adults age 21 and older to earn a Washington State High School Diploma. Students work with an instructor to demonstrate competencies in reading, writing and math contextualized in science, history, government, occupational studies, and digital literacy.   The program combines current coursework with previous learning and experience.

Offers Adult Basic Education programs that include classes for: basic computer skills and Microsoft Office, English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), high school GED, writing and math, college entrance preparation. Also offers job search assistance.

Offers pre-college level courses in reading, writing, study skills, arithmetic and English language skills for students who want to gain, or improve, their academic skills.   Adult Basic Education (ABE)   Provides reading, writing, math, English, spelling, and adult practical literacy (consumer education). Instruction is individualized and classes are held in a variety of facilities.   GED Classes Classes help improve reading, writing and math in order to pass the GED test. Classes are also held in Spanish. Highline College is a testing center certified to administer the GED test through the GED Testing Service of the American Council on Education.  Individuals 16 years of age or older may earn a certificate of educational competence with a satisfactory score on the General Educational Development test.  Arrangements for taking the test may be made through the Testing Center. Special testing arrangements for students with disabilities are available.   High School Completion Offers students who have had their high school education interrupted an opportunity to earn their High School diploma through Highline College.  Must be age 21 or older.