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HCC offers Adult Education programs described below and at Adult Education.
Adult Education & Literacy Programs
Adult Education courses are grant-supported through the support of the Texas Workforce Commission and Houston Galveston Area Council (HGAC). Adult Education students can choose from the following six programs below:
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HSE (High School Equivalency Student): Students seeking a certificate of High School Equivalency (GED, Hi-SET, TASC). A student who wants to prepare to take one of the three Texas-approved high school equivalency exams. These exams include the GED (General Educational Development), the TASC (Test Assessing Secondary Completion), or the Hi-SET (High School Equivalency Test). Upon successful completion of all parts of one of these three accepted exams, the student will receive the certificate of high school equivalency issued by the Texas Education Agency.
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ESL (English for Speakers of Other Languages): This is for learners who want to achieve competency in comprehending, speaking, reading, and writing English, and whose first language is not English. A learner who wants to achieve competence in comprehending, speaking, reading, and writing English. ESL students can continue to study for their High School Equivalency and/or transition to postsecondary education and training or employment.
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ESLP (English for Professionals): This program is for Students wanting to speak, read, and write English, and whose first language is not English and has a degree from a country outside the United States.
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ELCivics (English Literacy and Civics): This program is for students who are interested in obtaining their citizenship and wanting to speak, read, and write English, whose first language is not English. Additionally, this connects literacy to the lives of learners and reflects their experiences as community members, parents, and participants in the workforce.
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TSI Prep Boot Camp: ATSI1000 is an intensive Four-Week non-credit Reading, Writing, and Mathematics program that will help you understand the various objectives that will be tested on the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) Assessment and how to successfully answer the questions.
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Career4U Academy: Career4U Academy is a collaborative effort by HCC and a number of high-profile nonprofit organizations to assist underemployed or unemployed individuals. All Career4U Academy training integrates career training with Adult Education classes. Financial aid is regularly available. All Career4U Academy programs also can be configured to accommodate students whose second language is English. To find out more, visit Career4U Academy or call 713-718-5381.
IET/EL Civics offerings provide advanced English Language Learners with tuition assistance for concurrently enrolling in ESOL courses that are integrated with Level One Certificate career programs.
Ability to Benefit Programs
The Adult Education & Literacy office has arrangements that will allow students who do not have a high school diploma or Certificate of High School Equivalency (TxCHSE) certificate to enroll at HCC and receive federal student aid including Pell Grants. Students need to demonstrate that they have the “ability to benefit” from postsecondary education and training and can meet certain additional requirements. More information is available at Pell Grant Option.
Adult High School and Credit Recovery
Adult High School (AHS) and High School Credit Recovery (HSCR) are credit recovery and /or credit programs for students seeking credit recovery and/or original credit toward their high school graduation requirements (students recovering/completing credit receive a high school diploma). Current high school students will need a referral from their high school counselor before registering for any AHS class. For more information, call 713-718-7611 or visit Adult High School.
VAST Academy
The VAST Academy provides post-secondary transition programs and comprehensive support services which lead to meaningful credentials, employment and independence for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities at five college campus locations: Central, Northwest/Spring Branch, Southwest/Stafford, Northeast/Acres Home, North Forest, Southeast/Felix Fraga and an Online Cohort option. Opportunities include workforce certificates, precollege and freshman success bridge courses, career readiness credentials and employment assistance offered through an inclusive, relevant, affordable, and supportive environment. The VAST Academy under the College Readiness Division, offers two tracks: a Career Readiness/Occupational Skills Continuing Education Certificate and “Pathways Bridge to Careers” support program for students enrolled in industry-specific workplace certificates. The program’s successful supportive strategies include person-centered planning, advising, counseling, registration assistance, career, and employment services.
HCC’s VAST Academy has a formal admissions process. For information on admissions criteria, requirements and steps to apply please, visit the VAST Academy website.
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