Mission and Vision
The mission of the Chattanooga State Basic Skills Department is to provide learner-centered educational opportunities that are designed to improve basic educational skills, enhance career opportunities through college enrollment, increase workforce literacy skills, and enrich the life skills of the people we serve. Classroom instruction focuses on individual needs through traditional and innovative methods of delivery.
In the adult education program, everyone is recognized as a valuable participant in a community of learners where all members support and encourage each other to achieve their educational goals. Chattanooga State honors the diversity of our students, our instructors, and our community.
Types of Programs Offered
- Adult Basic Education (Basic Skills) Classes
- GED Preparation Classes
- GED FAST TRACK and Official GED Practice Test to qualify for the GED exam
- English as a Second Language (ESL) Classes
- English as a Second Language classes with focus on English Literacy and Civics
Class Information
Most classes are offered at both the Chattanooga State Main Campus and at the St. Andrew's Center site, with both morning and evening schedules available.- Registration is required before class assignment.
- Prospective students may register at the Chattanooga State Main Campus for any of our ABE or GED classes.
- ESL registration is available at both the Main Campus and St. Andrew's sites.
Chattanooga State: Main Campus Registration process for GED and Basic Skills students
IMC/Library Building, Room 201
Information: (423) 697-2529
(includes Orientation, TABE Assessment, Counseling, and Class Assignment):
Monday: 11:00 am to 3:00 pm
Monday: 4:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Tuesday: 11:00 am to 3:00 pm
Students will be assigned to an appropriate class at the completion of the Registration process.
ESL Registration process for adult English Language Learners
(includes Orientation, BEST Plus and BEST Literacy Assessments, Counseling, and Class Assignment)
Register for ESL at either site:
Chattanooga State Main Campus
IMC/Library Building, Room 201
Information: (423) 697-2529
Wednesday: 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Wednesday: 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm
or
Chattanooga State: St. Andrew's Center
1918 Union Ave. Chattanooga, TN 37404
Information: (423)643-0108
Wednesday: 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Wednesday: 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm