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Offers pre-college level courses in reading, writing, study skills, arithmetic and English language skills for students who want to gain, or improve, their academic skills.   Adult Basic Education (ABE)   Provides reading, writing, math, English, spelling, and adult practical literacy (consumer education). Instruction is individualized and classes are held in a variety of facilities.   GED Classes Classes help improve reading, writing and math in order to pass the GED test. Classes are also held in Spanish. Highline College is a testing center certified to administer the GED test through the GED Testing Service of the American Council on Education.  Individuals 16 years of age or older may earn a certificate of educational competence with a satisfactory score on the General Educational Development test.  Arrangements for taking the test may be made through the Testing Center. Special testing arrangements for students with disabilities are available.   High School Completion Offers students who have had their high school education interrupted an opportunity to earn their High School diploma through Highline College.  Must be age 21 or older.

Offers academics, many are transferable, in the areas of adult basic education, ESL, history, mathematics, English, general education, and social science.

Offers a variety of classes for individuals wishing to improve basic skills and complete high school or GED preparation. Basic skills helps adults with reading, writing, math, conversation, employment, basic computer skills for transition to college and careers.   See website for more information. Offers GED preparation classes and testing. Participants must be 17 1/2 years of age or older. Younger students must obtain permission from high school. English Language Acquisition (ELA) program and classes in the daytime and evening at the main campus.   Adults 19 years of age or older, under 19 must be formally released from high school before enrolling. HS 21+ Offers classes contextualized to high school subjects, previous credit acceptance and credit for prior learning to that adults can earn a high school diploma and transition to college or career.

Provides courses designed to learn English, improve basic reading, writing, math, college prep, job skills or earn a high school diploma or GED.

Provides classes for students who would like to improve their English language skills, earn their high school diploma or GED, or develop essential skills in reading, writing, math, and technology for employment or college-level coursework. English Language Acquisition: Provides English language classes to non-native-English-speaking immigrants, refugees, and citizens. GED Assistance: Offers GED preparation classes in either English or Spanish to help prepare for the GED content-area test. Additionally offers GED testing services. Adult High School Completion: High school diploma program designed for adult learners that encourages lifelong learning and prepares students to transition into I-BEST or other college programs to further training and education or to acquire family-wage jobs. Open Doors: Youth reengagement program for students ages 16-21 who are credit deficient and not expected to graduate on time. Partners with local school districts to provide educational opportunities that are outside of the traditional high school system.

Offers Associate and Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) degrees, and a wide variety of professional certificates. Over 90 program options and various classes are available, including Basic Education for Adults, English as a Second Language, testing services, and non-credit corporate and continuing education courses. Disability Support Services helps support students requiring accommodations to academic programs and activities. Hosts an Early Learning Center, offering state-licensed childcare services for students and employees.

Helps students earn their high school credential, enter employment and begin college-level studies. Programs include: -High School 21+: For adults who lack a high school diploma now have a new way to earn their diploma. It's called High School 21+, and it allows students to earn high school credit by completing coursework in our Basic and Transitional Studies division. -GED® Classes: For adults, age 16 and older, who want to improve their skills and prepare for the GED® tests. -College Prep: Courses teach foundational skills in reading, writing, math and technology— so adults can move more quickly through pre-college English and math and begin college level coursework. -I-BEST/Career Training programs: Designed to accelerate students toward in-demand jobs at living wages, even for students who have not yet finished the traditional ESL, GED®, or other pathways to college.

Provides comprehensive post-secondary and continuing education programs, including adult basic education, English as a Second Language (ESL) classes, parenting classes, vocational education, and many other programs.

Offers services and workshops for job seekers. Services for all job seekers: - Job postings, a job bank with computers, resume assistance, phones and fax machine, open computer lab - Resume, cover letter, interview skills and technology workshops - Job fairs, hiring events, employer panels and industry forums - Full service Learning Center operated by Renton Technical College offering ESL, Adult Basic Education, GED and the High School 21+ diploma program. Employment workshops include the following classes: - Computer Assisted Job Search: Provides tools and assistance to conduct an effective job search. This includes setting up an email account, learning where to apply online, completing an online application, converting a resume to text only, posting a resume online and learning about career exploration tools. Basic computer skills are required. - Beginning Internet: Teaches how to use the Internet for job search purposes. No computer experience necessary, however Keyboarding and Mouse class highly encouraged as a prerequisite. - Beginning PC Skills: Computer tutorial to help gain speed and confidence on a computer. Will teach how to manipulate a computer and create a document, as well as how to improve typing speed. All levels are welcome. - Mock Interview: Teaches valuable interviewing tips and provides the opportunity to practice frequently in a supportive and realistic environment. - Resume Critique: Provides resume critique and assistance from an employment specialist. Must have an electronic version of your resume, either on a flash drive or within/attached to an email. Must have two job descriptions of jobs you wish to apply to. Limit 8 people per workshop. - Resume & Cover Letters: Teaches how to write a compelling cover letter and resume. Basic computer skills and/or typing experience preferred. - Women's Worth & Rights in the Workplace: Provides tips and tools for effectively evaluating your worth and negotiation power. Will also cover local, state and federal labor standards and what to do when your rights at work are violated. - Interview Skills: Practice responding to typical interview questions and begin the necessary preparation to ace a job interview.

Olympic College offers classes in G.E.D. (General Education Degree) prep and testing, English as a Second Language, Adult Basic Education, and workplace and technology skills.

Offers both credit and non-credit classes, including adult basic education, Running Start and continuing education. Also offers business and career education classes and online classes.

Basic & Transitional Studies offers a variety of programs to help learners of all levels, providing the education needed to prepare for college and career readiness. English as a Second Language (ESL) classes are offered to help non–native speakers to communicate in English. Adult Basic Education (ABE) classes are for adults who are already proficient in the English language but wish to improve their basic reading, writing and math skills. ABE classes are also for a student whose placement test results require that they improve their basic skills before they head into college–level courses. General Educational Development (GED®) prep classes are available to prepare for taking the GED® test, a placement test that qualifies one for college–level courses. High School + is for adult students who don’t have a high school diploma or a GED. HS+ students can receive a high school diploma by demonstrating their competence in reading, writing, and math within high school subject areas.

What kind of workforce training, small business support, adult education?

Offers higher education options including certificate programs in medical assisting, dental assisting, welding, aviation and pharmacy. Additional offers transfer programs for students wanting a four-year degree. Also offers basic education classes such as GED classes, and classes that allow students to receive a high school diploma.

Provide basic education, life skills, and computer literacy training to enable youth and adults to become employable and/or prepare for job skills training. Services include basic skills development, high school credit catch-up, GED preparation, keyboarding and basic computer skills, and life skills instruction.

Provides adult basic education classes, which include math, reading, writing, and basic computer classes. Also offers ESL classes, GED classes, and a high school diploma program.

Offers multiple pre-college programs.   Adult Basic Education Teaches basic English reading, writing and math skills. Classes help students transition into college or career training programs, learn workplace computer skills, discover personal strengths and learn workplace relational skills. General Education Development Helps students prepare for the four-part GED test. Successful completion of the four-part test (Language Arts, Math, Science and Social Studies) earns a GED certificate.   GED certification is equivalent to a high school education and is usually accepted in place of a diploma. ESL Classes help with reading, writing and grammar, speaking and listening, pronunciation, workplace skills, beginning computer literacy and citizenship. Useful English prepares students for real world needs and college-level reading and writing. High School Completion Provides adults 19 years or older an opportunity to earn a high school diploma in a college setting, substituting college classes for remaining high school requirements. High school completion classes (English, math, history, science) are scheduled in the evenings to accommodate adult students with daytime jobs. Students who test into college level may take regular day or evening college courses for high school graduation credit. High School 21+ Assists adults 21 years and older complete their high school diploma and prepare for college level courses.

Offers classes below college level to ease the transition to college and start on a pathway to a degree. Classes can help students earn a high school diploma if they don't have one or prepare for the GED test.

Offers free assistance in developing basic skills in reading, writing, speaking, spelling, vocabulary, grammar, problem solving, and math.  Emphasis is on developing useful knowledge and applied skills, such as financial and health management, parenting and raising a family, and getting/holding a good job.  There are no tests, no grades, and no fees.

Offers individual job search assistance and job preparedness workshops. A computer laboratory and resource room are available for job searching and career planning activities. Announcement of jobs within the state of Washington can be obtained at any WorkSource Center, Affiliate, or online. Job seekers can access www.worksourceskc.org or www.go2worksource.com for listings. Helps people find employment for those who have lost their jobs through company downsizing or plant closures. Provides: - Case management - Job readiness training - Career counseling - Vocational assessment - Individualized job search assistance - Job fairs - Employer connections - Career development workshops - Follow-up services - Educational scholarships - Computer labs - Resource library - Digital Literacy Navigator: basic typing and keyboard, basic mouse functions, establish an email address, online job search, and intro to Microsoft word. - Economic Alliance Services: intro to computer basics, assistance setting up business email, creating a website, and create online marketplace for your business. Provides computer and telephone access to apply for Washington State Employment Security - Unemployment Insurance. Customers may call the TeleCenter or access www.go2UI.com to apply for unemployment insurance. Provides weekly orientation classes that provide an overview of the resources and programs available to job seekers at WorkSource. Provides access to community and technical college programs and financial resources for retraining. Matches businesses with qualified applicants to fill open positions. Employers may post job openings online. Other services for employers include help with workplace consultations, recruitment and layoffs and information on business, industry, and economic trends.

Offers courses to help students who have been out of school for years or have not finished high school. Courses help students - Improve their English language skills. - Earn a high school diploma or GED. GED courses are available in Spanish and English. - Improve skills in math, writing, computer basics, and reading. Math and computer classes available in Spanish and English. - Start earning college credit and prepare for career training.

Teaches Basic English and Arabic reading and writing skills.

For those who have been out of the work force for a while or simply need to refresh their skills, short-term job training is a good option for getting back to work quickly.

Offers a variety of educational, vocational, college credit, and developmental courses, including adult basic education, high school adult diploma, GED test instruction, continuing education opportunities, and English as a Second Language classes.

Partners with Mission Improvement to provide GED tutoring and classes. Offers instruction and information on how to prepare for the tests, and provides the materials like books, paper, pencils and funding to take the GED test. Helps prepare for all 4 tests: Science, Writing, Social Studies and Math.