Adult Education and Literacy

Adult Basic Education

Adult Basic Education and Literacy (AEL) offers a variety of programs to help adults increase their academic and workforce skills.  Students are provided with the opportunity to improve their skills in reading, math, science, social studies, language arts, and English. GED and ESL classes are held at various locations including the main campus Technology Center Building #134, Cogdell Learning Center and at the WRTTC in Fort Stockton. Online GED and GED Spanish classes are also available. GED classes, ESL classes, and other Adult Basic Education services are provided to students at no charge. An enrollment and orientation class is required before students enter the instructional classes. Call the AEL Department at (432) 685-4700 at main campus or (432) 684-4906, 4908 at Cogdell Learning Center for procedures and documentation requirements.

For more information, visit the Midland College Adult Education and Literacy GED/ESL web page.

GED® Classes

These classes are designed for persons who have not completed high school. Students preparing to take the GED® test are given instruction in reading, writing, math, social studies, and science through instructor-led, computer-assisted, and independent study. Classes for preparation to take the GED test are available to students who are 16 years of age and older.  Students who are 16 years old must have a court order and parent/guardian permission to be eligible for GED classes at Midland College.  Students who are 17- and 18-years-old must have parent permission to enroll in GED classes at Midland College.  These classes are offered in the morning, evening, and online. GED Spanish classes are also available.

In order to receive a Texas Certificate of High School Equivalency, a student must pass all four sections of the GED test. The four sections of the test include Science, Social Studies, Math, and Language Arts. Call (432) 685-4700 for more information visit the Midland College GED®/TXCHSE Classes web page.

GED® (High School Equivalency) Testing

Midland College offers the GED® test for those who have not completed a formal high school education. The successful completion of the GED® test secures a certificate of high school equivalency and enables students to enter college and pursue a college degree.

The GED® test is administered in Room 260 (Testing Center) of the Scharbauer Student Center. In order to receive a Texas Certificate of High School Equivalency, a student must pass all four sections of the GED test. Advance registration is required. Please contact the Career Navigator at (432) 685-6842 or AEL Director at (432) 685-5527 to learn more about it. 

For more information, visit the Midland College GED®/TXCHSE Testing web page.

English as a Second Language (ESL)

ESL (English as a Second Language), refers to the study of English by non-native speakers. Classes provide students with the opportunity to improve their speaking, reading, writing and listening English language skills. These skills are taught in conjunction with life skills and civics instruction to help the student function fully in the community. There are a total of six levels of instruction offered both in the morning and the evening. Call (432) 685-4908 for more ESL information.

For more information, visit the Midland College ESL web page.

Integrated Education Training (IET)

For students enrolled in GED and ESL classes at Midland College, Integrated Education Training (IET) provides an opportunity for students to enroll in credit career courses while finishing their GED Test Preparation studies or building their English Language Proficiency. We currently offer Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Phlebotomy, Pharmacy Tech, and CDL courses throughout the semester for our students. Contact the Career Navigator, ESL Coordinator, GED Coordinator or AEL Director for more details. Call (432) 685-4700 for more information.

TOEFL Classes

The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) courses provide non-native English speakers the opportunity to study and prepare for their TOEFL exam. This test is a standardized test to measure the English language ability of non-native speakers wishing to enroll in graduate programs at colleges and universities in the United States. TOEFL classes help prepare ESL students for this exam. Call (432) 685-6848 for more information.

Internationally Trained Professional (ITP) 

Internationally Trained Professionals (ITP) classes are available to ESL students at Midland College who have advanced degrees and professional credentials from their home countries. These classes help students prepare for the workforce and pursue further education. These classes teach students to build a resume and a cover letter. It also helps the students with job interviews and navigating online and digital employment databases. These classes also teach soft skills that are important for success. Call the Career Navigator (432) 685-6842 for more information.

Foreign Transcript Translation and Evaluation

Students taking Internationally Trained Professionals (ITP) classes are eligible for transcript translation and evaluation. The department has partnered with the evaluation agency, SpanTran, for translation and evaluation of their degrees. Call the Career Navigator (432) 685-6842 or AEL Director (432) 685-5527 for more information.