ABE classes are free and focus on basic reading and math skills. While some students come to these classes to learn to read for the first time, others attend in order to improve their reading skills. Students who have already completed high school but test below the high school level may also enroll in ABE classes to refresh their skills before entering college classes or to apply for promotions at work. For more information call Andrea Steed at (704) 991-0253 or email at asteed5267@stanly.edu.
North Carolina Community College Basic Skills
English as a Second Language (ESL)
ESL is a course of study designed to help adults improve their English speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills. Three (3) levels of ESL instruction are available—Beginning, Intermediate, and Advanced. Students may also prepare for U.S. citizenship and TOEFL exams in ESL classes. Classes are free. For more information call Scott Crisco at (704) 991-0308 or email at scrisco5071@stanly.edu.
General Education Development (GED)
GED preparation classes prepare students to take the tests for a GED diploma, which is equivalent to a high school diploma. Students study in the areas of writing, social studies, science, literature, and mathematics. Practice GED tests are administered to help students know what to expect on the official GED.
A FastTrack GED preparation class is also offered each semester. Classes meet for 2 weeks on Friday from 5:30-8:30 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. The class is open to new students only who score at the GED level on pre-tests given the first night of class. FastTrack will be offered August 10, 11, 17, and 18. Call NOW to reserve your spot!
Additional GED Resources:
All GED preparation classes are free. For more information or to preregister for FastTrack, call Andrea Steed at (704) 991-0253 or email at asteed5267@stanly.edu.
Adult High School Diploma (AHS)
AHS classes offer students the opportunity to earn a high school diploma sanctioned by the Stanly County Board of Education and Stanly Community College. Students are given full credit for any units they completed in high school. Remaining units needed to qualify for the AHS Diploma are completed in the classroom by independent study.
Courses are also offered via the Internet. Special orientation sessions and bi-weekly contact with SCC personnel will be necessary to insure that students’ needs are being met.
There is no charge for AHS classes. For more information call Diane Cooker at (704) 991-0282 or email at dcooker8019@stanly.edu.
Career Readiness Certificate (CRC)
Employers know that the costs of hiring, training, and retaining unskilled workers negatively affect their bottom line. In order to reduce the cost of remedial training and lost efficiency, more companies are:
The North Carolina CRC is a skilled credential that confirms to employers, employees, and job seekers that the individual:
Students are awarded Bronze, Silver, or Gold certificates based on assessment in Applied Mathematics, Reading for Information, and Locating Information.
Visit the North Carolina Career Readiness Certificate Pages
For more information call Cathy Thurston at (704) 991-0279 or email at cthurston5381@stanly.edu.
Human Resources Development (HRD)
The mission of the HRD program is to educate and train individuals for success in the workplace. It is designed for unemployed or underemployed individuals interested in seeking employment or continuing their educations. HRD includes six components in each course—self-assessment, development of a positive self-concept, development of employability, communication, problem-solving skills, and an awareness of information technology in the workplace. Classes are free for qualifying adults. For more information call Cathy Thurston at (704) 991-0279 or email at cthurston5381@stanly.edu.
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SCC Student Testimonials
“I now work with a financial planner…which I could not do without my diploma.”
“Classes were great and the teachers were helpful and very friendly.”
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“I really liked the fact that the classes are self-paced. That really worked for me.”
“The program is great for working moms!”