Offers a Career & Academic Readiness Education program at Mid-East Career and Technology Centers offers free classes, workshops and programs to help students prepare for the workforce. For some, obtaining a job includes completing high school, improving basic skills, and/or entering college or adult certification programs. All students go through a process to identify their strengths and interests and the careers that line up with those strengths and interests, while taking into consideration what in-demand occupations are available locally. Our classes, with support from Aspire funding, help students meet their individual personal and professional goals.

Provides a phone line where callers can find programs that may help them finish their high school equivalency tests and get a diploma or improve their ability to read, write, or do mathematics. Also offers, ESOL and U.S. citizenship classes. Some sites may offer job training for professional certificates alongside preparation for the GED exam.

Adult Education programs offered include LPN to RN; PN (LPN Training Program); Patient Care Technician; Pathway to BSN; Welding, Fabrication & Allied Processes; RAMTEC; Industrial Maintenance; Public Safety Services and Workforce Development.

The Adult Diploma Program at C-TEC’s Adult Education Center is a new opportunity for any resident of Ohio who is 20 years old or older, and does not already have a High School Diploma or GED credential. Learning is student-centered, self-paced and begins with a Career Pathway in mind. From student orientation, career counseling, assessment and enrichment classes, to technical training that leads to an industry approved credential, this program is designed to provide support and promote success during and after graduation. Adult Diploma participants will receive their High School Diploma upon successful completion of the credential program, and acquiring the designated industry credential for their assigned program. The High School Diploma is issued by the State Department of Education. See program website for more information: https://www.c-tec.edu/ae/aspire

The Ohio Means Jobs – Athens County, Aspire program provides classes and individual instruction for adults who wish to improve their basic skills and/or prepare for the General Equivalence Diploma (GED) test, which can now be taken at Tri-County Career Center. The Aspire program provides small group and individual instruction in the following areas: - Basic literacy skills - GED exam preparation - Math - Language Arts - Social Studies - Life skills - Employability skills - Basic computer skills.

Offers High school career, techinical training, adult education training, GED testing, adult basic literacy, industrial training and economic development.

Designed to address the educational and training needs of the community. Offers Adult Basic Literacy Classes (ABLE) that assist adults with review of basic subjects such as: math, reading , writing, English for self-improvement and/or General Equivalence Diploma (GED) test preparation. Technical and Trade classes provide classroom related requirements for apprenticeships. Offers family literacy providing ABLE/GED students with early childhood literacy and parenting skills through the Even Start Program.

Provides a variety of adult literacy services. Service includes classes in basic reading and math, classes that refine skills to take the GED test (the equivalent of a high school diploma), computer skills classes, and a program to help refresh the skills of those aiming for higher education after experiencing a gap in their schooling.

Provides basic literacy education to teach new refugees/immigrants simple skills such as how to write their name, give their home address, phone number, etc. Also provides tutoring to adults to refugee/immigrant adults who are taking GED/Basic Education classes.

Providing an opportunity for students who have their GED but need additional academic preparation before starting college.

Provides free, one-on-one tutoring to increase literacy levels. Tutors and students are asked to make a commitment of at least six months.

Provides career and vocational assessment and counseling for unemployed or underemployed individuals looking for a career change. Also offers assistance with resume-writing, interviewing skills, and job search activities.

Offers adult basic education. Provides skills review to assist adults in improving their math, reading or English skills to improve employment opportunities or to improve scores on college entrance or placement test. Offers GED preparation for adults interested in obtaining their GED.

Offers basic academic skills training to prepare for official GED testing, including GED practice testing. Individual, small group, and computer-based instruction available. Also serves as a GED testing site.

Provides a variety of adult literacy services. Service includes classes in basic reading and math, classes that refine skills to take the GED test (high school equivalency diploma), GED testing, computer skills training, job preparation skills, and life skills.

Aspire, formerly known as ABLE, provides free services for individuals who need assistance acquiring the skills to be successful in postsecondary education and training, and employment. In addition to assisting students with GED preparation, this program can also include basic math, reading and writing skills.

Accepts all adult learners of all levels. Basic literacy, GED test prep, ESOL, financial planning, employment support, and college readiness. Every student is assessed and provided an individual learning plan and assigned instructor.

Provides skill training, vocational classes, basic education for adults, and GED preparation; continuous enrollment offered for adult basic education.

Offers High School Equivalency testing as well as preparation classes.

Offers the following classes free of charge: - Basic Skills - College & Career Preparation - Computer Basics - GED Preparation.

Provides computer-based instruction in math, reading, and English skills for adults, and provides preparation for GED test and GED practice testing.

Offers tutoring and support for individuals wanting to go back to school.

Help you build basic academic, reading, writing, math and computer skills. To prepare you for job changes, help your children with homework, to enter college or other job training with confidence, or to prepare for official GED test.

Offers literacy skills training, post secondary education training assistance career passports resumes references. GED testing information including studying, practice testing and registering computer lab assistance CD's for educational use.

Provides individuals with disabilities and other needs with adult literacy instruction, computerized remediation, and GED preparation so that barriers affecting employment are removed.