Program Requirements:

• Students must be at least 16 years of age to register.
  • All students under the age of 18 must present a “Release From Compulsory Attendance” from the Higher Education Coordinating Commission.
• Classes may be virtual. In order to attend classes, students will need internet access and a laptop/computer.
  • If you don’t have access to internet or a computer, let us know! We can work with you! 

Get Started: Schedule Your Appointment!

• Make an appointment with Shannon Maude
  👉 https://shannonmaude.youcanbook.me/

• Make an appointment with Carol Johnson
  👉 https://carol-johnson.youcanbook.me/
  

• Learn about our College Readiness Programs, including:
  • GED (General Educational Development)
  • ELA (English Language Acquisition)
  • ABE (Adult Basic Education)
• Complete your BMCC enrollment
• Take any required placement or readiness testing
• Register for courses that match your goals 

Summer Orientation is Now OPEN!

ELA is for all levels of non-native English speaking students to improve reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills.

GED preparation classes prepare students to take the GED Test.  

How long does the program take?

The length of an individual program depends upon how much time and effort a student devotes to studying, and the level at which the student begins. 

GED Test Fast Facts: 

• A GED certificate is equivalent to a high school diploma. 
• To earn a GED Certificate, candidates must receive a passing score in all four subjects:
  • Reasoning Through Language Arts (RLA)
  • Mathematical Reasoning
  •  Science
  • Social Studies
• Testing Accommodations are available and scheduled through GED.com
• The GED test can be taken in English Or Spanish

Introductory sessions will help you learn more about the GED exam and how to set up a GED.com account.