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Adult Basic Education (ABE) classes build skills in reading, writing, math, and computer literacy or refresh skills to enter college or for successful employment. Students take reading and math assessments so they can be placed in the class that best meets their needs. Seven levels of instruction are available. All classes are designed to offer help in the areas learners need most. 
Day classes:
Monday - Thursday from 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Evening classes:
Tuesday and Thursday from 4:30 – 8:30 p.m. (Individual hours will vary.)
To register, call 763-566-5452. You will make an appointment for an orientation. You will learn about our program and can decide whether it is right for you. Following orientation, you will make appointments for reading and math testing and have a personal interview. This information will help us determine the class that is the best fit for you.
GED Prep and GED-i (online)
GED Prep (classroom) and GED-i (online) help learners study and prepare to take the GED test. Students can work in the classroom, online with classroom support or totally online.
The GED tests are five tests in the areas of Language Arts-Writing, Language Arts-Reading, Social Studies, Science and Mathematics. Learners can take practice tests to help see where they need to build skills. After students successfully complete practice tests and build confidence, they are ready to take the official GED tests. For more information on the GED in Minnesota, click here.
To participate in GED-i, students go through the registration and testing process at the Adult Education Center. To be successful in GED-i, students need: a score of 570 or higher on the TABE D, reliable access to a computer, good technology skills (e-mail and keyboarding) and to be able to come in for periodic testing to assess progress.
To register, call 763-566-5452. You will make an appointment for an orientation. You will learn about our program and can decide whether it is right for you. Following orientation, you will make appointments for reading and math testing and have a personal interview. This information will help us determine the class that is the best fit for you.
English Language Learner (ELL)
English Language Learner (ELL) classes help students develop speaking, listening, reading, writing and grammar skills to communicate effectively in English. We offer five levels of English Language Learner classes from beginning to advanced. Day and evening classes are available. Students take placement tests in reading, listening, writing and speaking and are placed in a class that best meets their needs.
Day classes:
Monday - Friday from 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Evening classes:
Monday and Wednesday from 5:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Tuesday and Thursday from 5:30 – 8:30 p.m.
For more information or to register, call 763-566-5452.
College Prep
College Prep prepares adult learners for success in college. It combines a set of courses, online teaching and learning, a campus-centered classroom, the involvement of teachers and staff from the college and Adult Basic Education. It offers many opportunities for students to gain confidence and become comfortable with the college environment. For more information about College Prep, visit http://www.mncollegeprep.org, call 763-488-0445 or email www.nhcc.edu/collegeprep.
ELL Family Literacy
ELL Family Literacy classes are for families with children ages 2-5 years. The program includes English instruction and parent discussion and support for the adults, early learning for the children, and time for children and parents to learn together. For more information or to register, call 763-566-5452 or e-mail johnsonn@district279.org.
US Citizenship
Students will get information about becoming a U.S. citizen, learn U.S. history and government, and practice speaking English for the citizenship interview.
Workforce Education
Workforce Education is customized to employer needs and typically taught at the worksite. Osseo Adult Basic Education can develop specialized curriculum to meet the employer and workers’ needs. Licensed teachers work with management and supervisors to develop effective instruction. Basic skills classes are also available. There is a cost for workforce education programming. If you feel that your employees and business would benefit from improving their skills, please contact our Workforce Coordinator, Nancy Johnson, at 763-566-5452 or johnsonn@district279.org for more information.
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