DOWNTOWN HOLYOKE

The HCC Adult Learning Center at CareerPoint on High Street In Holyoke (ALC) offers evening Basic Literacy, Pre-GED and GED Preparation classes that are free and focus on reading, writing, math, reasoning, decision making and test taking skills, as well as GED subject area knowledge. An initial assessment, pre- and post-tests are also provided along with GED Practice Testing for qualified students.

To learn more about Basic Literacy, Pre-GED classes and GED classes, contact Program Coordinator Aliza Ansell at (413) 532-4900, x116. All services are free.

LUDLOW

The Ludlow Area Adult Learning Center (LAALC) is a community-based ABE program that offers 5 levels of English (True Beginning, Beginning, Intermediate, and Advanced) for speakers of other languages. Four classes are held in the evenings, 2 times a week, from 5:30 - 9:00pm and two classes are held in the morning. The LAALC also offers individual or paired tutoring for those who cannot attend evening classes as well as computer skills workshops, assistance with citizenship issues, and transitioning learners to college. All learners receive career counseling, academic counseling, and referrals as needed. Located at 221 East Street in Ludlow, the center is open Monday through Thursdays from 12noon to 9:00pm and until 2:30pm on Fridays.

For more information, contact Program Coordinator Kermit Dunkelberg, at (413) 583-0320. All services are free.

MAIN CAMPUS

Community Services offers GED Preparation classes throughout the year.  Classes meet twice per week for 11 weeks in the evening. Classes are 2 hours in length. There is no wait list and pre and post testing are included. To register, come to the 2nd Floor Lobby Desk at the Kittredge Center.   We accept Checks, Money Orders and Major Credit Cards.  NO CASH ACCEPTED.  For more information, contact Community Services GED Testing Services at (413) 552-2292.