Harbor Location, Reisterstown Plaza Center
410-986-5444 or 410-580-2750
BCCC is a leader in helping adults achieve functional literacy and important life skills and is the largest provider of literacy services in Baltimore City. By combining modern teaching technologies with a caring, committed, and innovative professional staff, ABE has achieved notable success in helping adults learn. Courses are free, and can be customized for businesses, government agencies, nonprofits, schools, churches, and community organizations either onsite, or at the Harbor, Liberty Campus, or Reisterstown Plaza Center.
ABE offers four interrelated program opportunities to individuals and employee groups: basic literacy, basic skills (Pre-GED® preparation), GED® test preparation, and an alternative diploma options program.
Basic Literacy
Classes in Adult Basic Education (ABE) provide classroom instruction in basic reading, writing, and math, as well as basic life skills. Courses are offered at no cost to adults on campus and at manysites throughout Baltimore City. They are also a pathway to building skills necessary to take the GED® test preparation classes.
Basic Skills
Classes in Adult Basic Education (ABE) provide classroom instruction in basic reading, writing, and math, as well as basic life skills. Courses are offered at no cost to adults on campus and at more than 40 sites throughout Baltimore City. They are also a pathway to building skills necessary to take the GED® test preparation classes.
GED® Test Preparation
GED® courses prepare adults to earn their Maryland High School Diploma by successfully completing the tests of General Educational Development. These courses provide training in the four content areas: Reasoning Through Language Arts, Social Studies, Science, and Mathematical Reasoning.
Alternative Diploma Options
The Alternative Diploma Options Program features online coursework, supplemental instruction, tutoring support and life skills modules to help students transition into post-secondary education and the workforce. Interested participants must provide a verification letter from the Guidance Counselor. Students are responsible for a $100 fee.
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