Overview

The Adult Education Department of the First Coast Technical College offers a large variety of programs:

• GED preparation classes (on campus and online)
• TABE test remediation (on campus and online)
• High School Completion for both co-enrolled high school students and adult students
• English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)
• Adults with Disabilities programs
• Career Pathways (career planning)

We operate a self-paced program where students are respected and encouraged to succeed. Our expert staff works with students individually to create an environment of success through a variety of methods, including the latest technology. Our students use our programs to earn a high school diploma, increase job skills, and/or qualify for various vocational programs offered through FCTC.

GED Preparation

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First Coast Technical College can help you determine if you are ready for the GED exam. FCTC's Assessment Department can administer the TABE (Test of Adult Basic Education) to help you decide if your are ready.

The GED is a series of five tests which measure your ability to perform at high school graduate level. The tests take seven hours and are taken on two days or evenings. The subjects covered are Language Arts Writing, Language Arts Reading, Social Studies, Science and Mathematics.

To register for the GED test, you must come to the Adult Education Department office in Building B at the First Coast Technical College Main Campus. FCTC is located at 2980 Collins Ave, St. Augustine, FL  32084. The cost is $70.00 for the entire battery of five tests ($14 for each sub-test) and MUST be paid at the time of application. Applications without payment will NOT be accepted.

Special accommodations, such as extra time to take the test, may be grated to persons with physical disabilities, SLD, ADHD or other disabilities. Applications are available in the Adult Education Department in Bldg. B. Several weeks are usually required for approval of special accommodations.

English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)

As technology brings us closer, First Coast Technical College helps to bridge the gap between foreign and English speakers by offering classes for adults who need to learn English for business, work, life, and school. FCTC’s Adult Education program offers English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) classes, Mon-Thurs, on the main campus, 2980 Collins Ave., Bldg. B. Instruction includes traditional methods along with computer software for grammar, pronunciation, listening, writing, speaking, workplace readiness, and life skills. ESOL teacher led classes are held 12:10–4:40 p.m. or 6-9 p.m. For information call 547-3436 or ude.ctcfnull@yrneh.esined