Adult Basic Education
The Adult Basic Education (ABE) program supports students to gain the academic knowledge and skills needed to complete a high school diploma, earn a GED, acquire college readiness, or prepare for career and vocational training. The ABE program is appropriate for students who want to:
- Complete a high school diploma
- Earn a GED
- Transition to community college
- Seek employment
- Obtain a better job
For students who place into the ABE program, teachers provide instruction in the following subject areas:
- Reading comprehension
- Academic vocabulary development
- Writing proficiency
- Math competency
- Test-taking strategies
- Study skills
- Workforce readiness
FALL 2024 SCHEDULE (8/19-12/19)
Course | Days | Time |
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Language Arts Basics | T, Th | 5p-6:30p |
Date | Day | Time | Notes |
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October 7 | Monday | 5p-7p | For Fall Quarter 2 Classes- Begin 10/21 |
- All classes are in-person at our main campus at 589 W. Fremont Ave., Sunnyvale unless noted.
- Placement tests are given to all students at orientation to determine each students' placement into either the Basic class or the GED class.
As part of a WIOA Title-II financially-assisted program, ABE is an equal opportunity program: auxiliary aids and services are available upon request for individuals with disabilities.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How can I enroll in an Adult Basic Education (ABE) class?
- Who is eligible to enroll?
- I need to improve my English listening and speaking skills. Can I enroll in an ABE class?