MATC 2023-24 Catalog

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. For information about the HSED 5.09 in Spanish, email barillbl@matc.edu. 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 a college program at MATC, pass the GED test, or enter MATC’s Adult High School program to earn a high school diploma. Basic Skills subjects include reading, mathematics, science and writing. Courses are offered at MATC campuses and at community-based organizations (CBOs) throughout metro Milwaukee. Spanish-language courses are offered 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 effectively 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 (more than 30 languages) and culturally diverse (50 countries) population. The student population comes from all educational and ethnic backgrounds. The program serves students living in • At least age 18½ years old • Good attendance history

Milwaukee and includes resident immigrants, 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.

ESL/ELL Contact Information Downtown

Oak Creek Campus 6665 South Howell Avenue 414-571-4503 esloakcreek@matc.edu Walker’s Square 816 West National Avenue 414-297-8822 West Allis Campus 1200 South 71st Street 414-456-5302 eslwest@matc.edu

Milwaukee Campus 700 West State Street 414-297-6578 eslmilw@matc.edu Mequon Campus 5555West Highland Avenue 262-238-2238 eslmequon@matc.edu

Community Outreach Sites English as a Second Language classes are offered at various community-based organizations (CBOs) in the Milwaukee area. Visit matc.edu/ESL. Bilingual Classes and Programs To meet employer and community needs of the growing Hispanic and Hmong populations within the Milwaukee area, MATC offers courses and programs taught in Spanish/Hmong and in English. For example, classes assist students who are obtaining their GED in Spanish. Occupational English-language acquisition courses help students acquire the English language skills needed to transition into MATC’s bilingual degree, diploma and certi fi cate programs. Bilingual courses also are offered in business, health, liberal arts, childhood education and other areas. For the list of bilingual classes offered in a semester, see matc.edu andsearch Course Catalog; under Course Type, select Bilingual.

For information about bilingual programs, call 414-297-8882. Also visit matc.edu andsearch Bilingual Services.

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