ADULT LEARNING -DOWNTOWN HOLYOKE

The HCC Adult Learning Center at CareerPoint on High Street In Holyoke offers evening Basic Literacy, Pre-GED and GED Preparation classes that are free and focus on reading, writing, math, reasoning, decision making and test taking skills, as well as GED subject area knowledge. An initial assessment, pre- and post-tests are also provided along with GED Practice Testing for qualified students 16 and older.

To learn more about Basic Literacy, Pre-GED classes and GED Preparation classes, contact the Program Coordinator at (413) 532-4900, x116.

ADULT LEARNING – LUDLOW

The Ludlow Area Adult Learning Center (LAALC) is a community-based ABE program that offers multiple levels of English (True Beginning, Beginning, Intermediate, and Advanced) for speakers of other languages. Four classes are held in the evenings, 2 times a week, from 5:30 - 9:00pm and one class is held in the morning. The LAALC also offers individual or paired tutoring for those who cannot attend evening classes as well as computer skills workshops, assistance with citizenship issues, and transitioning learners to college. All learners receive career counseling, academic counseling, and referrals as needed. Located at 221 East Street in Ludlow, the center is open Monday through Thursdays from 12noon to 9:00pm and until 2:30pm on Fridays.

For more information, contact the Program Coordinator at (413) 583-0320. All services are free.

ADULT LEARNING – MAIN CAMPUS

Community Services offers fee-based GED Preparation classes throughout the year.  Classes meet twice per week for 11 weeks in the evening. Classes are 2 hours in length. There is no wait list and pre and post testing are included. To register, visit the Registration and Information Desk in the Kittredge Center, 2nd floor lobby. For more information, contact Community Services at 552-2320. 

SYSTEM FOR ADULT BASIC EDUCATION SUPPORT (SABES)

SABES is a Massachusetts-wide organization that supports Adult Basic Education (ABE) practitioners and learners. The SABES Regional Centers are based in five community colleges around the state. SABES WEST at Holyoke Community College serves Berkshire, Franklin, Hampden, & Hampshire counties.

SABES provides comprehensive training and technical assistance initiative for educators and programs. SABES assists with developing the skills, talents, and knowledge of Adult Basic Education practitioners so that they may provide exemplary service to adult learners.

For more information about SABES call (413)552-2586, email info@sabeswest.org, or visit SABES WEST's web site at http://www.sabes.org.