Receive individual or small group academic assistance in preparation to take the HiSET (High School Equivalency Test). Reading, writing, math, social studies, and science foundational help is provided. Students working towards the HiSET are required to attend HiSET learning labs for a minimum of eight hours of preparation. All the HiSET students must meet with the intake counselor, and complete the CASAS assessment and the five HiSET practice tests. This will be followed up with an individual plan based on student academic needs. All of the HiSET testing is done at our Augusta location and is free of charge.

For more information please call 207-626-2470.

Testing accommodations may be available for individuals with documented disabilities.

This course will be hosted by Kennebec County Correctional Facility in Augusta at their state-of-the-art facility at 115 State St., Augusta, Maine. Join us for this exciting opportunity to learn about corrections.

Program Highlights:

• Taught by multiple first-rate Correctional Officers with years of experience
• Successfully delivering an in-depth program with proven results
• Earn to Learn opportunities for qualifying applicants

Training Components:

• Orientation
• Practical Training

Prerequisites:

• High school diploma or equivalency
• Adult Education Intake Paperwork
• CASAS Reading & Comprehension Assessment
• Application and Interview

Call Augusta Adult & Community Education at 207-626-2470 for more information.

This class is a basic introduction to English. The class’s goal is to help students with writing basics (name, date of birth, address, phone number, etc.) found on forms they may be required to fill out. They will learn basic conversation in addition to an introduction to adjectives and how to use them.

AACE Community Gardening includes participants, 16 years and older, with the tools and understanding needed to embrace the joys of gardening. Small plots with a variety of annuals, perennials, and pollinators. Community Partner, UMaine 4H Cooperative Extension will come share with us a series of soil and seedling workshops in preparation for a fruitful season of Gardening. Our Community Garden’s goal is to promote summer wellness, and outdoor education and develop a love for lifelong learning.  

Mondays and Fridays, 1:30-3:30 pm 

ELL for intermediate level - there is a writing component for this class.

This hands on course introduces basic reading concepts and strategies using handouts, textbooks, and class room participation.

For those who have earned Mastery in Digital Literacy, the A+ Certification online class will help you prepare for the A+ certification exam.

This lab time is for community members who have questions about the functioning of their computers or smartphones and want some coaching. This is also a lab time for students to work on their online courses.