*Adult Basic Education (ABE) - ABE classes provide basic skills instruction in reading, language, and/or mathematics and critical thinking skills to prepare students for GED® preparation, postsecondary education, and/or employment.
*GED® Preparation - The purpose of the GED® program is to prepare students to obtain the knowledge and skills necessary to pass the Official GED® Tests. Students passing the GED® tests will be awarded a State of Florida High School Diploma. GED® Ready, the official practice test for the GED®, is given as part of the GED® preparation program. Results of those tests will guide instruction and assess readiness for the actual GED® test. Students completing GED® preparation will also be better prepared for postsecondary education.
The GED® consists of four content-area assessments:
- Reasoning through Language Arts (RLA), which tests a student’s ability to read closely, write clearly, and edit and understand written text
- Mathematics, which tests quantitative and algebraic problem solving
- Science, which includes life science, physical science, earth and space science
- Social Studies, which includes civics and government, U.S. history, economics, geography and the world
Additional GED® Information:
- To get more information on the official GED® test and to create a personal account, visit www.ged.com
*English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) - The purpose of the Adult ESOL program is to assist immigrants and other individuals who are English language learners in improving in the following areas:
- reading, writing, speaking, listening, and comprehension skills
- mathematics skills
- understanding the American system of Government, individual freedom, and the responsibilities of citizenship
- attainment of a secondary school diploma or its recognized equivalent
- transition to postsecondary education and training, or employment
*College and Career Readiness- These classes are designed to provide rigorous academic training to prepare advanced students for entry into certificate, degree, and/or industry-recognized credential programs.
*Project SAINT - Project SAINT is an official Florida Post-Secondary Comprehensive Transition Program (FPCTP) for students with intellectual disabilities. It is recognized by the Florida Center for Students with Unique Abilities.
Housed in the Adult Education Department at Santa Fe College's Northwest Campus, Project SAINT stands for Student Access and INclusion Together. The name SAINT reflects the college's team name, the Santa Fe Saints, as well as the program’s emphasis on "inclusion together". SAINT students receive the part-time support of SF student mentors whether in classes, on internships, or participating in campus activities.
Career Pathways Program: Pathways to Brighter Futures - All academic programs include “workforce preparation activities”, which means activities, programs, or services designed to help students acquire a combination of basic academic skills, critical thinking skills, digital literacy skills, and self-management skills, including competencies in utilizing resources, using information, working with others, understanding systems, and obtaining skills necessary for successful transition into and completion of postsecondary education or training, or employment. (Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), 2014). The Pathways to Brighter Futures Program includes a variety of services, classes, and workshops to help students successfully transition into careers and/or further educational training.
*Adult Education students in all academic programs areas who qualify can enroll in integrated certificate classes, industry-recognized credentials, and career pathways classes. Students enrolling in these classes will learn life skills to help them be contributing family and community members and earn certifications for careers and further educational training. More information on these options is available in the Career Pathways Program: Pathways to Brighter Futures section.