GED and ESL Classes Advance your Opportunities Through a partnership with College of the Mainland (COM), students can take classes for high school equivalency prep and English as a second language (ESL) right here at Galveston College.
High School Equivalency (GED)
High school equivalency classes develop the reading, writing, and math skills needed to pass a Texas high school equivalency exam. These classes are also a great place to improve skills to move into a workforce training program at Galveston College. These eight-week classes begin five times a year, tuition is free, and there are no textbooks or other purchases required. Morning or evening classes are offered at several locations. Students who complete their high school equivalency test receive a diploma and can participate in the COM graduation ceremony.
English as a Second Language (ESL) English as a second language classes help students improve their everyday English, get ready to attend college, or learn new job skills. Classes cover reading, writing, listening and speaking the English language. There is no minimum skill level required. Courses are eight weeks long and meet at many locations. The tuition is free and no books or purchases are needed.
Register at: www.com.edu/adulted ESL for Professionals
Would advancing your English language skills improve your job performance and career opportunities? The county provides English as a second language courses free of charge for professionals seeking to improve their language skills. Please call the number below to register to take an English proficiency test. Students must be eligible to work in this country and must bring a valid government-issued picture ID (US or Foreign); i.e. passport, visa, TDL, etc. Please plan on staying a few hours during registration for English proficiency comprehension testing.
For information call College of the Mainland at: (409) 933-8294
Registration, intake, and classes are held at Galveston College.
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