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What is
ABE/GED
CASAS testing?
The
ABE/GED CASAS
(Comprehensive
Adult Student Assessment System) test
assesses student skill level in reading and math. It is used to place students
into the appropriate level.
Visit the ABE/GED page for more information about
ABE/GED CASAS testing.
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How do I begin
ABE/GED classes?
Registration and
assessment is done at the Highline Community College main campus. For
information regarding times and dates of ABE/GED registration and assessment
call Karen Steinbach at 206-878-3710 ext. 3355.
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When do I
register for
ABE/GED?
Registration is held
twice a quarter- before the quarter begins and mid-quarter. For specific dates
and times call Karen Steinbach at 206-878-3710 ext. 3355.
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How much do
ABE/GED classes cost?
Tuition for ABE/GED classes is $25
(non-refundable) per quarter. Students who are unable to pay the tuition may
ask for a waiver.
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How long are
ABE/GED classes?
Most classes meet for two and one half hours
twice a week for ten weeks per quarter. If necessary, students can continue to
take classes for multiple quarters.
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Where are
ABE/GED classes?
Day and evening
classes are held at the Highline Community College main campus. There are
several off-campus evening classes at the Federal Way Center, White Center and
Thomas Jefferson High School. New off-campus locations are created on an
ongoing basis.
(See some of our
off campus
locations.)
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What is ESL?
Non-credit ESL classes
provide five different levels of instruction to help adults who have limited English
skills. Improvement is achieved
only by advancing
through all five levels.
English as a Second Language credit classes focus on reading, writing,
listening, and speaking and help prepare students for college level classes.
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Who Qualifies for ESL?
ESL classes are
offered to U.S. citizens, immigrants, refugees and permanent residents.
Individuals holding temporary visas such as International students, business
travelers, or tourists cannot attend these classes.
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Immigrants, refugees, permanent residents of
U.S. citizens
who are at least 16 years of age.
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Students between 16-18 years old, not enrolled
in secondary school, must have a release authorization from their school
district.
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What is
ESL
CASAS testing?
The
ESL CASAS (Comprehensive Adult Student Assessment
System) test
assesses student skill level in reading and math. It is used to place students
into the appropriate level.
Visit the ESL page for more information about
ESL CASAS testing.
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How do I begin ESL classes?
Attend an
orientation session at a location convenient
for you.
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When do I register for ESL
classes?
You will register for classes during
the
orientation session.
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How much do non-credit ESL classes cost?
The tuition for ESL
classes is $25.00 (non-refundable) per quarter. Students must complete the tuition form during
registration for the class. Students
who are unable to pay the tuition may ask for a waiver.
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How long are ESL classes?
ESL classes usually
run for eleven weeks, two and one half hours per class session, 2-4 times per
week. Classes are offered mornings, afternoons and evenings.
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Where are ESL classes?
We add new locations,
please call
Cheryl Cariño-Burr,
206-878-3710, Ext. 3297. (See some of our
off campus
locations.)
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What is The Volunteer Literacy Program?
The Volunteer Literacy
Program provides free one-on-one tutoring for basic literacy students. For
more information, call the program coordinator at 206-878-3710, ext. 3303.
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What is a credit versus non-credit ESL class?
Credit classes focus
on reading, writing and pronunciation and help prepare students for college
level classes. Regular tuition and fees apply to all credit classes. For more
information visit Admissions and Entry Services at:
www.highline.edu/stuserv/entry/admissions.htm
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How do I register for a credit ESL class?
Every credit class registration
starts at Admissions and Entry Services:
www.highline.edu/stuserv/entry/admissions.htm
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