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ESL Classes

Enhance your English speaking, reading and writing abilities.

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GED Classes

Improve your skills in Reasoning Through Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies to earn your High School Equivalency (HSE) Certificate.

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Career Training

Obtain the academic, workforce, and technical skills needed to earn an industry-recognized credentials.

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High School Equivalency (GED) Classes

Our GED classes are for adults who have not completed high school and want to improve their basic skills in reading, writing, math, and science. These classes also prepare students for the high school equivalency test, such as the GED, a requirement for many jobs and college programs. The class offers various levels, spanning from pre-literacy to high school, to meet the requirements of a diverse group of learners.

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Career Training Programs

Our career training programs provide targeted occupational skills training that align with industry demands and prepare individuals for employment in high-demand sectors or occupations.

Healthcare

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Medical Assistant
Medical Billing & Coding
Pharmacy Technician

Skilled Trades & Transportation

Commercial Driver License (CDL)
Electrical Apprentice
Welding

Eligibility

Must be a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Non-Citizen National, or Qualified Alien;
Must present a Photo ID;
Must reside in the Hidalgo, Starr, and Willacy counties;
Must be at least 16 years of Age;
(16-18 years-olds who have not attained a high school diploma, or its equivalent must provide proof that they are exempt from the requirements of compulsory school attendance (Texas Education Code (TEC) §25.086));
Must be authorized to work in the United States;
If employed, must present wage documentation; and
Must demonstrate proof of basic-skills deficiency or English language deficiency in the form of an assessment administered in accordance with TWC-approved assessment policies, or lack of a high school diploma or its recognized equivalent

Age	Eligibility Criteria
16	Court Order required
17-18	Court order or Withdrawal Form from last school attended and Parent/Guardian permission on AEL Enrollment Form If Withdrawal Form is unavailable, provide proof and/or Self-Attestation that student is not enrolled in school If Parent/Guardian Permission is unavailable, provide proof and/or Self Attestation of living separately from parent/guardian If student is Homeless, provide proof and/or Self Attestation of homelessness
≥19	Proof in the form of an approved assessment that the prospective student is: Is basic-skills deficient (functional below high school graduate level) Does not have a High School Diploma/High School Equivalency, or Is an English Language Learner

Age

Eligibility Criteria

16

Court Order required

17-18

Court order

or

Withdrawal Form from last school attended and Parent/Guardian permission on AEL Enrollment Form

If Withdrawal Form is unavailable, provide proof and/or Self-Attestation that student is not enrolled in school
If Parent/Guardian Permission is unavailable, provide proof and/or Self Attestation of living separately from parent/guardian
If student is Homeless, provide proof and/or Self Attestation of homelessness

≥19

Proof in the form of an approved assessment that the prospective student is:

Is basic-skills deficient (functional below high school graduate level)
Does not have a High School Diploma/High School Equivalency, or
Is an English Language Learner

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