Course Overview

The ABE/GED program provides opportunities for adults to improve their reading, language and math skills to achieve their educational and career goals.  Instruction is individualized.  Students may perform at different levels and progress at their own pace, depending upon ability, achievement, and learning goals.  Upon entering the ABE/GED program at Rebuild Communities NC, a diagnostic test is administered to assess the student’s academic needs.

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Adult Basic Education (ABE)

The ABE program is designed to improve educational opportunities for adults who lack the level of reading, language and math skills needed for productive employment.  Instruction is based on the needs of the individual student. The course is offered in a stand-up teaching classroom setting with access to computer modules to accommodate different learning styles. Other academic resources will be made available for student use.

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General Educational Development (GED)

The General Educational Development program prepares students to take the GED test.  Passing the GED test will result in the student receiving the General Educational Development certificate.  The credential will allow graduates to enroll in local community colleges and universities.  Registered students will be administered the Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE).  TABE results will determine student placement in either the ABE or GED courses.

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Academic courses at Rebuild Communities NC will also include exposure to topics such as:

• Decision making

• Personal finance

• Character development

• Health and Wellness

• Career research

• History and culture

• Civics