Archuleta County Education Center

Adult Education: GED Preparation Classes

The Education Center receives a federal grant through the Colorado Department of

Education Adult and Family Literacy Unit that supports small-class and one-on-one

instruction leading to the GED high school diploma equivalency. Online GED

Instruction is also offered at The Education Center. Classes are scheduled Monday

through Thursday from 3-7 PM. GED Testing is scheduled periodically throughout the

program year. Students will have an opportunity to supplement their GED instruction

with the WIN Career Solutions curriculum and qualify for the ACT WorkKeys

assessment that validates competency for national and state career ready

certifications.

Who can enroll? Individuals who do not have a high school diploma can enroll and

earn a GED diploma. The program is for individuals 16 and older, but individuals must

be at least 17 years old to take a GED test.

How do I sign up for the GED program? Individuals should make an appointment at

The Education Center to complete the enrollment forms and learner orientation before

beginning classes.

How will my classes be determined? Before beginning classes, the learner will

meet with the Student Services Director and/or GED instructor to discuss previous

education experiences, personal; interests and preferred methods of study/learning.

Learners will work in small class size groups, one-on-one with an instructor and/or via

web-based online instruction.

How much does the GED program cost? The only cost to the learner is $20 for any

practice tests in preparation for the GED test. There are 5 GED subtests and each test

costs $20 for a total of $100. GED subtests can be taken individually. There is limited

scholarship money available to cover some or all testing expenses.

Can I go to college with a GED? Yes, more than 95% of colleges accept the GED.

Most all colleges require an entrance exam in addition to the GED or traditional high

school diploma. These exams (ACT, SAT or ACCUPLACER) are used to assist the

college in properly placing a student in its curriculum thus maximizing the learner’s

potential for success.

Adult Education: ABE Classes

Adult Basic Education provides assistance to learners needing improvement in basic

skills such as math, writing, and reading. These classes are scheduled simultaneously

with the GED classes. Enrollment is the same as for the GED.

Adult Education: ESL/ESOL Classes

ESL/ESOL is funded under the same Colorado Department of Education Adult and

Family Literacy grant. If an individual’s native language is not English and English

proficiency is you’re your goal, The Education Center offers classes that will assist the

learner Tuesday through Friday. Multiple nationalities are enrolled in these classes

which are directed by a licensed teacher and supported by RossettaStone Language

Learning Solution software.

Group family events are scheduled to introduce the learner to the variety of cultures

represented in the group. Additionally, field trips may be scheduled to introduce the

learner to the cultural infrastructure of American government, health, entertainment,

national parks, etc.

Call 970-264-2835 to get started today!

Archuleta County Ed Center

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