Adult Basic Education

What is Adult Basic Education?

Adult Basic Education offers Basic English as a Second Language, English Literacy & Civics classes and GED preparation at several locations in the Lone Star College Adult Basic Education service area. 

The programs are designed for native and non-native speakers who want to improve their language skills and gain the core skills they need to obtain a GED.

Classes are available for free on a first come, first served basis. 

Featured Classes

Basic English as a Second Language

The ESL program provides free basic courses for adult students whose first language is not English. Classes are available for beginning students with limited reading and writing ability, as well as more advanced students. Testing is required to determine class placement and to monitor progress. Download the ESL Registration Flyer

View the Fall 2013 ESL Assessment & Registration Schedule

English Literacy and Civics (EL CIVICS) Classes

The EL Civics program incorporates English literacy and civics education services for immigrants and other limited-English-speaking populations. Testing is required to determine class placement and to monitor progress. Download the EL CIVICS Registration Flyer

View the Fall 2013 EL CIVICS Assessment & Registration Schedule

GED PREP Classes

The GED program offers adults without a high school diploma, an opportunity to complete their high school education, improve basic education skills, and enhance their employment situation through courses which prepare students for the GED test. Orientation and assessment for appropriate placement are required. Download the GED PREP Registration Flyer

View the Fall 2013 GED PREP Assessment & Registration Schedule

Eligibility & Requirements

• Must be 18 years or older (if younger, must provide parental permission)
• Must live in Lone Star College Adult Education Program Service Area, which encompasses the Aldine, Humble, Spring and Tomball ISDs
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• Must present valid photo ID at the time of registration/assessment
• Must take the BEST Plus test
• No children allowed in the testing area

Partners

The Adult Education Program is funded by the Texas Education Agency, whose mission is to provide leadership, guidance and resources to help schools meet the educational needs of all students. The program is funded through the Workforce Investment Act-Title II Adult Education and Family Literacy Act.

More Information

For more information, call 281.260.3576.

Adult Education Staff