frederick.edu/QuickEnroll • 301.624.2888 Summer/Fall 2024 35 ADULT EDUCATION | BASIC ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE (ESL) Basic English as a Second Language (ESL) The FCC Basic ESL program provides instruction in reading, writing, listening, speaking, grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation skills. Courses are for students 18+ who have had little to no English training, and who are not enrolled in high school. FREDERICK.EDU/ESL DID YOU KNOW? The State of Maryland offers two diploma options for adults and out-of-school youth. Pass the GED® Exam Take and pass all four tests of the GED – Language Arts, Socials Studies, Science, and Math to receive your Maryland high school diploma. More information on the GED exams at ged.com Complete the National External Diploma Program (NEDP) Earn a high school diploma through NEDP, using your skills gained from life and work experience. More information on NEDP at casas.org/nedp Adult Basic Education & GED® Test Preparation Are you an adult or out-of-school youth (18+) and need your high school diploma or would like to improve your basic skills in reading, writing, or math? FREDERICK.EDU/ADULTED UPDATE SUMMER/FALL 2024 Adult Basic Education Classes The Adult Education Program offers small classes and a relaxed atmosphere to assist you in reaching your goals of improving your skills in reading, writing, and math. High School Diploma Preparation Classes The Adult Education Program offers classes to prepare students to pass the GED exams to earn a Maryland High School Diploma. To begin, attend one of the orientations and learn how classes are structured and how to register. Contact Adult Education for details about classes and registration orientation, or apply for more info at frederick.edu/adultedinterest Basic English Classes • Learn English: apply at the link below • Aprende inglés: aplica en el enlace a continuación • Apprenez l'anglais: postulez sur le lien ci-dessous All Basic ESL classes are free. Weekday classes are held two times per week for three hours and are offered mornings or evenings. Saturday classes are held on Saturday mornings for four hours. ORIENTATIONS 1. Complete the interest form at frederick.edu/adulted interest 2. Watch your email for an invitation to attend orientation. • Prospective students will be invited to orientation in the order that they submit the interest form. • All prospective students must attend an orientation. • Orientations are held on Saturdays or weekdays. • Space is limited 3. Visit frederick.edu/esl to learn more or call the Adult Education office at 240.629.7962. 4. You can also visit us in-person in the Conference Center building (Building E), room E-102. [email protected] • 240.629.7962 | Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Adult Education/Basic ESL orientations and classes may be offered in varied formats (in-person or remote) if there is sufficient student demand. Required placement testing will be in-person. Orientations are by appointment. If you would like to learn more about the programs offered in Adult Education, complete the interest form at frederick.edu/adultedinterest
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