Adult Basic Education offered at Columbia Basin College
Provides adult basic education classes (reading, writing, and math), English Language Acquisition (ELA)classes, and General Education Degree Program (GED) classes.
Provides adult basic education classes in reading, writing, and math to serve the needs of the adult student, 18 years or older, who lacks these basic skills. Each person is tested and diagnosed for reading, writing, and math levels and is provided with appropriate materials for instruction. Also provides English Language Acquisition (ELA) and General Education Degree Program (GED) for those that did not complete their high school education.
Adult Basic Skills offered at Tacoma Community College Gig Harbor Campus
Offers a variety of classes for individuals wishing to improve basic reading, writing, math, conversation, employment, basic computer literacy and life skills. See website for more information.
Offers a variety of classes for individuals wishing to improve basic skills and complete high school or GED preparation.
Basic skills helps adults with reading, writing, math, conversation, employment, basic computer skills for transition to college and careers.
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Offers GED preparation classes and testing. Participants must be 17 1/2 years of age or older.
Younger students must obtain permission from high school.
English Language Acquisition (ELA) program and classes in the daytime and evening at the main campus.
Adults 19 years of age or older, under 19 must be formally released from high school before enrolling.
HS 21+ Offers classes contextualized to high school subjects, previous credit acceptance and credit for prior learning to that adults can earn a high school diploma and transition to college or career.
Plaza Comunitaria offered at King County Library System
Offers adults of any nationality to complete their primary or secondary education virtually in Spanish at no cost.
Includes Spanish curriculum, materials, tutorials and tutoring volunteers. Start any time and study at your own pace.
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.
Educational Institutions/Schools offered at Clark College
Offers a variety of educational, vocational, college credit, and developmental courses, including adult basic education, GED test instruction, continuing education opportunities, and English as a Second Language classes.
Offers a variety of educational, vocational, college credit, and developmental courses, including adult basic education, high school adult diploma, GED test instruction, continuing education opportunities, and English as a Second Language classes.
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.
Social Services offered at South Puget Intertribal Planning Agency
Assists tribal members in education, vocational training, job readiness, work experience, and other identified needs of the family. Will help with basic needs (rent, utilities, etc) if children are involved.
Assists tribal members in education, vocational training, job readiness, work experience, and other identified needs of the family. Will help with basic needs (rent, utilities,etc) if children are involved. This is a branch office from the primary office in Shelton.
Provide basic education, life skills, and computer literacy training to enable youth and adults to become employable and/or prepare for job skills training.
Provide basic education, life skills, and computer literacy training to enable youth and adults to become employable and/or prepare for job skills training. Services include basic skills development, high school credit catch-up, GED preparation, keyboarding and basic computer skills, and life skills instruction.
College & Career Readiness offered at Yakima Valley College in Grandview
Provides college and career readiness classes for students 16 or older.
Yakima Valley College offers applied bachelor’s degrees, transfer and professional technical degrees, as well as numerous certificate of achievement programs on both its Yakima and Grandview campuses. The college also provides College & Career Readiness classes for adults 16 or older. The primary emphasis of YVC's College & Career Readiness programs are to improve English language skills, computer technology skills, basic reading, writing, and math. These programs help prepare students for post-secondary education and job training. Classes may be individualized, computer assisted, or offered in small groups.
Students can:
- Earn a high school diploma
- Prepare to take a high school equivalency exam
- Upgrade academic skills to succeed in college programs
- Gain skills needed to find employment
Services are offered at both the Yakima and Grandview campuses and learning centers in Toppenish and Ellensburg.
Basic Skills, High School Completion/GED offered at Pierce College Puyallup
Offers classes for persons who need assistance with Math, English, and Reading related to Adult Basic Education for job readiness and job advancement.
Offers classes for persons who need assistance with Math, English, and Reading related to Adult Basic Education for job readiness and job advancement.
Perfect for students who need some refresher courses before enrolling in college classes, taking the official GED test, or who simply want to improve their basic skills.
Courses include social studies, writing, mathematics, reading, history and science.
Classes meet for 5-12 hours per week and are available mornings, afternoons or evenings.
Offered at the Fort Steilacoom and Puyallup campuses.
Basic Skills & GED Preparation offered at Bellingham Goodwill
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.
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.
Basic Skills offered by SkillSource at WorkSource in Okanogan
Provide basic education, life skills, and computer literacy training to enable youth and adults to become employable and/or prepare for job skills training.
Provide basic education, life skills, and computer literacy training to enable youth and adults to become employable and/or prepare for job skills training. Services include basic skills development, high school credit catch-up, GED preparation, keyboarding and basic computer skills, and life skills instruction.
Basic & Transitional Studies offered at Seattle Central College
Offers adult basic education, ESL and GED preparation classes as welll as others needed to prepare for college and career.
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.
Transitional Studies: Adult Basic Education offered at Wenatchee Valley College
Provides adult basic education classes, which include math, reading, writing, basic computer, and job skills.
Provides adult basic education classes, which include math, reading, writing, basic computer, and job skills. Also offers ESL classes (English as a Second Language) which helps students obtain the necessary skills to become fluent in the English language.
Basic Education for Adults and ELL offered at Lake Washington Institute of Technology
Provides basic adult education classes for native and non-native English speakers; math, reading, GED preparation; ESL.
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).
College & Career Readiness offered at Yakima Valley College's Ellensburg Learning Center
Provides college and career readiness classes for students 16 or older.
Yakima Valley College offers applied bachelor’s degrees, transfer and professional technical degrees, as well as numerous certificate of achievement programs on both its Yakima and Grandview campuses. The college also provides College & Career Readiness classes for adults 16 or older. The primary emphasis of YVC's College & Career Readiness programs are to improve English language skills, computer technology skills, basic reading, writing, and math. These programs help prepare students for post-secondary education and job training. Classes may be individualized, computer assisted, or offered in small groups.
Students can:
- Earn a high school diploma
- Prepare to take a high school equivalency exam
- Upgrade academic skills to succeed in college programs
- Gain skills needed to find employment
Services are offered at both the Yakima and Grandview campuses and learning centers in Toppenish and Ellensburg.
GED Preparation offered at House of Matthew Permanent and Supportive Housing
Partners with Mission Improvement to provide GED tutoring and classes. Offers instruction and information on how to prepare for the tests, and provides the materials like books, paper, pencils and funding to take the GED test.
Partners with Mission Improvement to provide GED tutoring and classes.
Offers instruction and information on how to prepare for the tests, and provides the materials like books, paper, pencils and funding to take the GED test.
Helps prepare for all 4 tests: Science, Writing, Social Studies and Math.
College & Career Readiness offered at Yakima Valley College's Toppenish Learning Center
Provides college and career readiness classes for students 16 or older.
Yakima Valley College offers applied bachelor’s degrees, transfer and professional technical degrees, as well as numerous certificate of achievement programs on both its Yakima and Grandview campuses. The college also provides College & Career Readiness classes for adults 16 or older. The primary emphasis of YVC's College & Career Readiness programs are to improve English language skills, computer technology skills, basic reading, writing, and math. These programs help prepare students for post-secondary education and job training. Classes may be individualized, computer assisted, or offered in small groups.
Students can:
- Earn a high school diploma
- Prepare to take a high school equivalency exam
- Upgrade academic skills to succeed in college programs
- Gain skills needed to find employment
Services are offered at both the Yakima and Grandview campuses and learning centers in Toppenish and Ellensburg.
Community College offered at Lower Columbia College
Offers Associate and Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) degrees, and a wide variety of professional certificates.
Offers Associate and Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) degrees, and a wide variety of professional certificates. Over 90 program options and various classes are available, including Basic Education for Adults, English as a Second Language, testing services, and non-credit corporate and continuing education courses. Disability Support Services helps support students requiring accommodations to academic programs and activities. Hosts an Early Learning Center, offering state-licensed childcare services for students and employees.
Literacy Council offered at Chelan Douglas Community Action Council
Provides free tutoring for adults who need help with basic reading, writing, and English as a second language.
Provides free tutoring to adults who need help with basic reading, writing, and English as a second language. Assists with life skills to improve competency and to help adults function to the fullest level in society. Classes are offered remotely, or in-person.
Basic & Transitional Studies offered at South Seattle College
Offers adult basic education classes, GED test preparation classes as well as classes to help students earn their high school diplomas.
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.
Transitional Studies offered at Peninsula College - Forks Extension
Offers a learning center and open classroom for adults who want to earn their GED, gain fundamental education, learn English as a second language, gain job employment skills, learn family development skills, and gain a career advantage.
The Transitional Studies Program provides instruction in reading, math, writing, and basic computer skills. It offers English as a Second Language (ESL) classes, as well as pathways to earning a GED or high school diploma. Classes are offered in Forks, Port Angeles, and Sequim, with online options.
Transitional Studies offered at Peninsula College - Clallam
Offers a learning center and open classroom for adults who want to earn their GED, gain fundamental education, learn English as a second language, gain job employment skills, learn family development skills, and gain a career advantage.
The Transitional Studies Program provides instruction in reading, math, writing, and basic computer skills. It offers English as a Second Language (ESL) classes, as well as pathways to earning a GED or high school diploma. Classes are offered in Forks, Port Angeles, and Sequim, with online options.
Adult Basic Education offered at Walla Walla Community College
Provides basic literacy skills in math, English, writing, and reading. Also provides English as a Second Language (ESL) classes, basic computer literacy, and GED classes.
Provides basic literacy skills in math, English, writing, and reading. Also provides English as a Second Language (ESL) classes, basic computer literacy, and GED classes.
Basic & Transitional Studies offered by South Seattle College at NewHolly Learning Center
Offers adult basic education classes, GED test preparation classes as well as classes to help students earn their high school diplomas.
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.
Transitional Studies: Adult Basic Education offered at Wenatchee Valley College in Omak
Provides adult basic education classes, which include math, reading, writing, basic computer, and job skills.
Provides adult basic education classes, which include math, reading, writing, basic computer, and job skills. Also offers ESL classes (English as a Second Language) which helps students obtain the necessary skills to become fluent in the English language.