***Per the Governors Order***
All Students in the Adult Education program are required to be vaccinated or be tested a minimum of once per week for COVID-19 in order to attend classes.
***Por orden de los Gobernador.***
Todos los estudiantes en el programa de Educación para adultos deben vacunarse o hacerse la prueba de COVID-19 al menos una vez por semana para poder asistir a clases.
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Our Adult Education classes may be right for you! These free classes will not only give you the educational skills needed to earn your High School Equivalency, but they will also make you college ready. Our High School Equivalency classes cover all of the areas required for your GED exams, English/Language Arts, Science, Social Studies, and Math. Here at South Suburban College we have Weigh More Options when it comes to earning your High School Equivalency. We offer day and evening classes in full-time or part-time formats. Our High School Equivalency classes are offered in three convenient locations: SSC Main Campus, South Holland; SSC Oak Forest Center, Oak Forest, and at the Thornton Township Center in Riverdale. For more information contact South Suburban College Adult Education at (708) 596-2000 x2240.
Are you interested in a career in computers, but don’t have a High School Diploma? No problem! South Suburban College’s Adult Education Department offers bridge and integrate classes to start you on your path to a great career. Regardless of how long you have been out of school we have a program that can meet you where you are at. For more information contact Raylynn Stokes at (708) 596-2000 x2475.
The South Suburban College Adult Education program is an equal opportunity educator and employer. Priority registration is given to continuing students who are making progress in their studies. Waiting lists will be taken as classes have a maximum number of students who can be served.
For the purpose of compliance with Section 511 of Public Law 101-166 (the Stevens Amendment) Federal Funds of $395,020 provides approximately 38% of the support of these programs.
A placement test will be given, please expect to stay at least three hours. Please bring the following items for registration:
- Current Illinois-Issued Photo ID, Valid Matricula, or Passport
- High School Withdrawal Letter (for students under 18)
- Medical Card (If Applicable)
- No Children Allowed
Registration will be by appointment only. Please contact ext. 2411 or 2475 to schedule.
Mask must be work at all times during the testing/registration process.
GED®/High School Equivalency (HSE) Class Offerings SPRING 2022
A placement test will be given, please expect to stay at least three hours..
LAST CHANCE HIGH SCHOOL EQUIVALENCY CLASS REGISTRATION DATES:
Wednesday, January 12th; 10:00 AM & 5:00 PM at the Main Campus Room L233
Thursday, January 13th; 10:00 AM & 5:00 PM at the Main Campus Room L233
Friday, January 14th; 10:00 AM & 5:00 PM at the Main Campus Room L233
***ALL CLASSES FREE OF CHARGE***
TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT FOR ADULT EDUCATION AND ESL REGISTRATION
DUE TO HIGH DEMAND ONLY A SELECT FEW CLASS TIMES REMAIN! PLEASE PICK FROM THE CLASSES BELOW. CALL TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT TO REGISTER AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.
SSC MAIN CAMPUS
15800 S. State St., South Holland, IL
General Studies (English, Science, and Social Studies):
12-Week classes: January 18th – April 7th
General Studies classes are offered two days a week at the following time:
Monday & Wednesday
- 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
- 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
- 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
High School Equivalency Math:
High School Equivalency Math classes are offered two days a week at the following time:
Tuesday & Thursday
- 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
- 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
- 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
NEW ONLINE HSE:
12-Week classes: January 18th – April 7th
This will be an Asynchronous Online Class
WELDING ICAPS:
12-Week classes: January 10th – May 11th
Monday – Thursday
Times to be announced
MEDICAL BRIDGE/CNA ICAPS:
12-Week classes: January 10th – May 11th
Monday – Thursday
Times to be announced
HSE for ESL:
Students in this class plan to take the GED (HSE) exam in English and/or transfer to college/university
12-Week classes: January 18th – April 7th
Monday – Thursday
- 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
- 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
OAK FOREST CENTER
16333 S. Kilbourn Ave., Oak Forest, IL 60452
High School Equivalency all subjects – MORNING
January 18th – April 7th
Monday – Thursday
- 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Late Start: High School Equivalency all subjects – LATE AFTERNOON
January 18th – April 7th
Monday – Thursday
- 12:30 – 3:30 p.m.
Late Start: High School Equivalency all subjects – EVENING
January 31st – April 6th
Monday – Thursday
5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
South Suburban College’s English as a Second Language Program offers tuition free courses for individuals who are interested in improving their English speaking, writing, and digital literacy skills. The first step to this process is to take an assessment and register for classes.
Non-native students may improve their English skills in levels from beginning to advanced in our program. Each level includes a civics component to familiarize students with American history and government. Classes include:
- Speaking
- Understanding
- Reading
- Writing
El programa de English as a Second Language (Inglés como Segundo Lenguaje) en South Suburban College es un programa para los estudiantes quienes necesitan mejorar el Inglés en este país. Cada nivel incluye un componente cívico para familiarizar a los estudiantes en la historia y el gobierno de los Estados Unidos. Clases incluyen:
- Recitar/Discurso
- Comprensión
- Leer/Lectura
- Escribir/Escritura
- Matemáticas
For more information, please download our brochure at the link below or call the South Suburban College ESL Center at (708) 596-2000 ext. 2408 or ext. 2410. Para más información, por favor descargue nuestro folleto en el eslabón abajo o llame a South Suburban College ESL Center al (708) 596-2000 extension 2408 (Se habla Español).
If you need more information about our classes, please call (708) 596-2000 x2240.
Para información en español, llame al (708) 210-5740 o envíe un correo electrónico a Latino@ssc.edu.
A placement test will be given, please expect to stay at least three hours. Please bring the following items for registration:
- Current Illinois-Issued Photo ID, Valid Matricula, or Passport
- High School Withdrawal Letter (for students under 18)
- Medical Card (If Applicable)
- No Children Allowed. Only Person Registering/Testing Allowed
Registration will be by appointment only.
Mask must be work at all times during the testing/registration process.
***Debido a Covid-19 clases son 50% en persona y 50% en linea*** ́
Inscripciones por cita previa solamente. Se debe usar un cubrebocas en todo momento durante todo el proceso de prueba/registro.
Please contact ext. 2408 to schedule.
English as a Second Language Class Offerings SPRING 2022
All Students will take a Placement Test at the Time of Registration
LAST CHANCE ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE CLASS REGISTRATION DATES:
FECHAS DE INSCRIPCIONES:
Wednesday, January 12th; 10:00 AM & 6:00 PM at the Main Campus Room 1243
Thursday, January 13th; 10:00 AM & 6:00 PM at the Main Campus Room 1243
Friday, January 14th; 10:00 AM & 6:00 PM at the Main Campus Room 1243
Wednesday, November 10th; 10:00 AM & 6:00 PM at the Main Campus Room 1243
***ALL CLASSES FREE/GRATIS OF CHARGE***
SSC MAIN CAMPUS
15800 S. State St., South Holland, IL
Online Class
January 18th – April 7th
Monday – Thursday
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Asynchronous Online Class available as well!
In Person Class
January 18th – April 7th
Monday – Thursday
- 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
- 12:30 – 2:30 p.m. *NEW*
- 12:30 – 3:30 p.m.
- 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.
HSE for ESL:
Students in this class plan to take the GED (HSE) exam in English and/or transfer to college/university
12-Week classes: January 18th – April 7th
Monday – Thursday
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m
OAK FOREST CENTER
16333 S. Kilbourn Ave., Oak Forest, IL 60452
English as a Second Language
January 18th – April 7th
Monday – Thursday
- 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
- 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
An individualized volunteer tutoring program designed for adults who need to increase their competencies in basic reading, writing, listening and math.
