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ABE/GED/ESL

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Adult Basic Education/ General Educational Development

English as a Second Language

Intensive English Language Program (IELP)

Workforce Development/ Public Assistance Coordination

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Welcome

Overview of Program
These programs are intended for those 16 or older who are out of school but who have not completed high school. These programs include courses from first through eighth grade levels in reading, language and mathematics, as well as English as a Second Language and General Educational Development (GED) courses that prepare students to pass the GED test and receive a certificate. 

Programs within the Department 

  • Adult Basic Education (ABE)—Enrollees may be in Basic Skills (0-5.9) or Pre-GED (6.0-8.9).  These classes work on improving basic academic skills, such as reading, writing, and mathematics.  The classes help students transition into GED classes.

  • General Educational Development (GED)—Enrollees for GED classes (9.0 and above in reading) are prepared for the GED test subjects, which are mathematics, science, social studies, arts/literature, and writing skills.

  • English as a Second Language (ESL)—This program is designed to help individuals speak, read, and write the English language.  It is a tuition-free, part-time program for community residents.

  • Intensive English Language ProgramThe Intensive English Language Program (IELP) is a special academic program designed to serve students whose native language is not English and who are interested in improving their English skills in order to enroll in college. English skills at the high-intermediate level are the minimal competencies expected for entry into the IELP. A separate assessment is required for entry into the program. Tuition is charged for this program.

  • Workforce Development/Public Assistance Coordination—This program works with adults who are receiving public assistance and need adult basic education services.  These services include not only the ABE/GED/ESL classes, but also job skills training, and childcare and transportation reimbursements.

Services
Public assistance clients (TANF) may be eligible for childcare and transportation reimbursements.

Office Location: B260

Telephone: (708) 974-5340

Fax: (708) 274-0022

Assistant Dean: Raiana Mearns, M. Ed.

Telephone:  (708) 974-5342

mearnsR@morainevalley.edu

 

 
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