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Basic Skills & GED Preparation

2010-2011 Program Year

Free Instructional Classes

Frequently Asked Questions

DeKalb County General Information: 404-297-9522 ext. 2501 DeKalb Tech - Community Education Center 5745 Buford Highway, Suite 200 Doraville, GA 30340 404-297-9522 X4000 or x2501 MN-TH: 8 AM - 1 PM TU & TH: 5 PM - 9:00 PM DeKalb Tech - Clarkston Campus Do you qualify for the GED Fast Track? 495 North Indian Creek Dr. Clarkston, GA 30021 404-297-9522 X2501 TU-TH: 8:30 AM - 1 PM (Fast Track) TU & TH: 1 PM - 5 PM MN & WD: 6 PM - 8:30 PM SAT: 9 AM - 12 Noon DeKalb Workforce Development 320 Church Street Decatur, GA 30030 404-371-2658 TU-TH: 9 AM - 12 PM Regional Transportation Training Center 6720 Marbut Road Lithonia, GA 30058 MN - TH 8 AM - 12 PM            12:30 - 3:30 PM 404-297-9522, ext. 2551 Saint Philip AME Church 240 Candler Road, SE Decatur, GA 30017 678-553-8064 TU-TH: 9 AM - 12 NOON

Newton County General Information: 404-297-9522 ext. 3205 DeKalb Tech - Covington Campus Do you qualify for the GED Fast Track? 16200 Alcovy Road, NE Covington, GA 30014 404-297-9522 X3205 MN-TH: 8 AM - 1 PM TU & TH: 5 PM - 9 PM Rockdale County General Information: 404-297-9522 ext. 3220 Rockdale Career Academy 1064 Culpepper Drive Conyers, GA 30094 404-297-9522 Ext. 3220 MN & TU: 5 PM - 9 PM Morgan County General Information: 706-343-5916 The Creamery 150 East Washington Street Madison, GA 30650 TU-TH: 8 AM - 1 PM Distance Learning General Information: Do you qualify for Distance Learning? Clarkson Campus - 404-297-9522 X2501 Covington Campus – 404-297-9522 X3205

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Frequently Asked Questions

What types of classes are offered?

• GED Preparation Classes
• Basic Skills classes in reading, math, and language/writing
• Fast Track (must qualify)
• Distance Learning (must qualify)

What types of learning techniques are utilized?

• Instructor facilitated, self-paced, individualized instruction using textbooks
• Instructor facilitated computer instruction
• Group class instruction in math, reading, and language/writing
• Online

Is there a fee for the classes?

• NO, all classes are free. Books are provided for students to use in class but cannot be taken home or written in.

Who can enroll?

• Ages 20 and older with ID.
• Ages 18 and 19 with ID and a withdrawal from the last school attended
• Ages 16 and 17 with ID, a withdrawal form from the last high school attended, and Special Needs for Underage forms which include parent permission and request to enroll in Adult Education classes
• As of January, 2010, Georgia state law requires students (18 years of age and older) in Adult Education programs sponsored by State agencies to be a United States citizen or a legal permanent resident OR a qualified alien or non-immigrant with a green card, I-94, Employment Authorization or other documentation provided by Homeland Security allowing entry to the United States.

What Type of ID Is Accepted?

• Any unexpired government issued ID which includes the person's photo, date of birth, current address, and expiration date
• Acceptable IDs include driver's license from any state, Georgia ID, passport, or military ID.
• Green card, I-94, Employment Authorization, or other documentation provided by Homeland Security allowing entry to the United States.

Where and when are classes available?

• Classes are offered in four counties: DeKalb, Newton, Rockdale, and Morgan.
• DeKalb and Newton Counties offer day and evening classes. DeKalb County also offers a Saturday class.
• Morgan County offers day classes.
• Rockdale County offers evening classes.

How can I enroll?

• All students MUST attend a registration/placement test/orientation session. Please call the Adult Education location you are interested in attending for new student registration schedule.
• Space is limited at some locations.

How long will it take to prepare for the GED test?

• Because the program is individualized, the length of preparation depends on each student's abilities, starting level, attendance, and motivation.