Adult Basic Education (ABE)
ABE classes build skills for life, work and school.
What can I gain from ABE classes?
- Improve your reading, writing and math skills
- Build basic skills for college
- College placement and other test preparation
- Gain employability skills
Who can take ABE classes?
In order to take the classes you must:
- Be at least 16 years old
- Not be enrolled in a high school
- If you are an ESL student, you must be in level 6 or higher
How do I get started?
Attend an ABE/GED/HS21+ intake session. Visit our office or call 206-546-4602 to sign up for the next session. The 2-hour session includes:
- General information about Adult Basic Education and high school completion options
- Completion of your registration paperwork
- Placement test: you will take assessment tests in reading and math
Class times
Fall, Winter and Spring Quarters (September - May):
- Daytime classes meet Monday through Thursday
- Evening classes meet Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6 p.m. – 8:50 p.m.
Summer Quarter (June - August):
- Classes meet Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.
Contact Us
Transitional Programs Office
(ABE/GED/ESL)
Shoreline Community College
5205 Foss Building
16101 Greenwood Avenue N Shoreline, WA 98133-5696
| Email dhunter@shoreline.edu |
|
| Phone | 206-546-4602 |
Hours
| Mon - Thurs | 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
| Friday | 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. |
| Estimated Costs Per Quarter | ||
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $25 | |
| + | Parking | $45 plus tax |
What are options for high school equivalency at Shoreline?
- GED Preparation
- High School 21+
- Career Education Options
- Learning Center North
- High School Completion