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YAVAPAI COLLEGE CATALOG • 2015/16
ACADEMIC SUPPORT & STUDENT SERVICES
ABE classes are held on the Prescott, Prescott Valley, Chino Valley and the Verde Valley Campuses, as well as other locations in Yavapai County. For more information about the ABE program or to sign up for the next orientation, please call: 928.776.2320 -or- 928.634.6544
www.yc.edu/GED
Adult Basic Education Program
ABE (Adult Basic Education) provides adults with an opportunity to improve basic skills necessary to:
• Obtain a GED
• Pursue further education
• Get or keep a job
• Help their children achieve in school
• Participate more effectively in the community • Learn English as a second language
Free ABE classes, funded by the Arizona Department of Education, are open to adults age 16 or older. The following classes are available:
• GED Study Program: GED stands for General Educational Development and is a way for adults to earn a high school equivalency diploma.
• Basic Skills Enhancement: Sometimes adults who have a high school diploma find that they need to learn new reading, writing, or math skills.
• ESOL: English for Speakers of Other Languages is for immigrants and refugees who are permanent residents of the United States. Classroom activities are designed to help adults adapt to a new culture and improve their English skills in the areas of speaking, listening, reading and writing.
ABE Transitions Program
The ABE Transitions Program serves students enrolled in the college’s Adult Basic Education (ABE) program. Specialized services designed to help students transition into college or career train- ing programs are offered. The program is open to all current or former GED and ESOL students. Components of the program include:
• Assistance with the college admissions and application process
• Academic advising and course registration assistance
• Workshops and trainings focusing on career exploration, goal setting, financial aid, and technology enrichment
• Field trips to Arizona colleges and universities
• Scholarships based on special eligibility For more information, call 928.776.2094.
Student Life
The mission of Student Life is to support the ongoing development of all students through diverse out-of-class opportunities. Student Life complements academic programs by providing students the opportunity to engage in social, cultural, educational, self-help, recreational, leadership and governance programs.
The Student Life department has primary responsibility for district student activities, clubs and special events that enhance the quality of student life, promote student development and student engagement with the College.
For information regarding clubs and organizations, upcoming student activities, and leadership opportunities, please visit our website at www.yc.edu/studentlife.
Student Life
1100 E. Sheldon St, Prescott, AZ 86301 Mon-Thurs: 8am-5pm, Fri: 9:30am-5pm PH: (928) 776-2148
FAX: (928) 717-7878
www.yc.edu
Student Life
www.yc.edu/studentlife studentactivities@yc.edu
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