Glossary of Terms

ABE - Adult Basic Education

Instruction designed for those having difficulty reading, writing, and computing sufficiently well to meet the requirements of adult life within their families, their workplace, or their community.

ESL - English as a Second Language

Instruction designed for adults with limited or no proficiency in the English language.

GED - General Educational Development

Instruction designed for adults seeking an alternative high school completion. By passing the GED test, the student earns a GED diploma, which demonstrates proficiency in five subject areas.

Customized Programming

Training or instruction specifically designed to meet the particular needs of an agency or company.

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