MATC 2021-22 Catalog

COMMUNITY EDUCATION Prepare for the GED/HSED MATC o ff ers bilingual (Spanish) programs, see page 313 If you need preparation before taking the General Educational Development (GED) tests, MATC o ff ers many opportunities to help you learn what you need to know. Basic Skills courses and classes at MATC’s Adult High School can help you catch up on English, mathematics, science and social studies, no matter what your skill level. There are also speci fi c GED preparation classes o ff ered at MATC campuses during the day, evening and online. MATC also has classes at community-based organizations (CBOs). See matc.edu and search GED for details on getting started. To earn a High School Equivalency Diploma (HSED), you will complete all of the steps for the GED certi fi cate, plus: Complete a health requirement by either passing a test, completing half of a credit in health while in high school, or completing an MATC Adult High School health course. Complete MATC’s Employability Skills course. There are more methods of earning a HSED too. Call 414-297-7471 for more information. MATC HSED 5.09 – High school completion option program This competency-based high school completion option is designed to be completed in one to two semesters and awards a Wisconsin HSED. In addition, students have the opportunity to waive courses based on prior learning (such as test-out options and high school credits). Students will demonstrate mastery of competencies identi fi ed by the Wisconsin Technical College System in the areas of communication, social studies, science, math, health, civics, and employability along with six additional competencies added by MATC designed to prepare students for college or the workforce. HSED 5.09 program requirements: • Completion of the TABE 11/12 test with a scale score of 519 in reading • Need for an alternative to the GED 2014 test • Face-to-face interview For more information, contact: Holly Thielen, West Allis Campus: thielenh@matc.edu, 414-456-5399. • At least age 18½ years old • Good attendance history

Bridge to Pathway programs Bridge programs are designed for students who are enrolled in Adult High School or GED/HSED courses. Students will take college credit courses leading to a college credential while enrolled in Adult High School, GED or HSED programs. Students may choose from several Bridge programs. See matc.edu and search Bridge to Pathway for current programs. Basic Skills Basic Skills instruction is geared to those who do not have a high school diploma. Instruction levels range from grades 0-12. Courses are useful for those who plan to enter an associate degree or technical diploma program at MATC, pass the GED test, or enter MATC’s Adult High School program and earn a high school diploma. Basic Skills subjects include reading, mathematics, science and writing. Courses are o ff ered at MATC campuses and at community-based organizations (CBOs) throughout metro Milwaukee. Spanish-language and Southeast Asian-language courses are o ff ered at some locations. For information, email veleza@matc.edu or call 414-297-7923. English as a Second Language Learn English: English as a Second Language (ESL)/ English Language Learners (ELL) programs MATC’s programs help students learn English so they may function more e ff ectively at work, at home and in the community. The ESL program also prepares students for college coursework. MATC provides English language instruction to a linguistically diverse (25 language groups) and culturally diverse (50 countries) population. The student population comes from all educational and ethnic backgrounds. The program serves students living in Milwaukee and includes resident aliens, refugees and U.S. citizens. ESL/ELL students learn in a variety of ways including group or individualized, computer-assisted language learning, weekend classes and online. A student may choose courses in oral language development, vocabulary improvement, reading and writing skills, pre-employment English, and computer skills. Students also can get help in preparing for citizenship. Outreach programs for business and industry are available.

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