Adult Education / GED®

The Chattanooga State Basic Skills Department provides learner-centered educational opportunities that are designed to:

  • Improve basic educational skills
  • Enhance career opportunities through college enrollment
  • Increase workforce literacy skills
  • Enrich the life skills of the people we serve

Classroom instruction focuses on individual needs through traditional and innovative methods of delivery. In the adult education program, everyone is recognized as a valuable participant in a community of learners where all members support and encourage each other to achieve their educational goals. Chattanooga State honors the diversity of our students, our instructors, and our community.

Types of Programs Offered

  • Adult Basic Education (Basic Skills) Classes
  • GED® Preparation Classes
  • GED® FAST TRACK and Official GED Practice Test to qualify for the GED® exam
  • English as a Second Language (ESL) Classes
  • English as a Second Language classes with focus on English Literacy and Civics

Class Information

Most classes are offered at both the Chattanooga State Main Campus and at the St. Andrew's Center site, with both morning and evening schedules available.
  • Registration is required before class assignment.
  • Prospective students may register at the Chattanooga State Main Campus for any of our ABE or GED® classes.
  • ESL registration is available at both the Main Campus and St. Andrew's sites.
  • Students will be assigned to an appropriate class at the completion of the Registration process.

Registration

Registration process for GED® and Basic Skills Students (includes Orientation, TABE Assessment, Counseling, and Class Assignment): Attend a 4-hour registration session at Chattanooga State Main Campus.  Regular Registration sessions are held each Monday and Tuesday.

ESL Registration process for adult English Language Learners
(includes Orientation, BEST Plus and BEST Literacy Assessments, Counseling, and Class Assignment):  Attend a 3-hour registration session at either St. Andrew’s or Chattanooga State Main Campus.  Regular Registration sessions are held each Wednesday.