GED/ESOL Classes
Pre-College Learning
At Tillamook Bay Community College, we care about student success. Improving skills is the key to better job opportunities. We offer the following opportunities to help students improve their skills and reach their goals:
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Want to learn more about GED at TBCC? Contact our GED Advisor:
GED
GED Classes are available in English or Spanish. Completing the GED, the equivalent of a high school diploma, is an important step in a student’s education and future.
GED FAQs:
Anyone can sign up for TBCC GED classes! We welcome students of all experience levels and from all walks of life, and it’s never too late to get a GED. We offer GED courses in English and Spanish year-round. If you are under 18 years of age, see more details below.
Individuals must be at least 16 years old to enroll in TBCC GED classes. Students who are under the age of 18 and are currently enrolled in high school need to obtain a “Release from compulsory Attendance” form from their school. Homeschool students need to obtain an “Intent to Homeschool” letter from their local Education Service District.
Students under 18 can take practice tests at any time. However, before taking a formal test an age restriction must be removed from your GED account by TBCC Testing Center staff. Usually, the Testing Center can use the “Release from Compulsory Attendance” form you submit when you register for the GED course. Please ask the TBCC Testing Center for more details.
To sign up for classes please contact Student Services at (503) 842-8222 ext. 1100, visit them at our main campus, 4301 Third Street, Tillamook, or email studentservices@tillamookbaycc.edu.
The GED class costs $15 per term.
Students can sign up at any time during the term. If you are not able to pay the fee, the college may be able to help. If you need help, please contact Student Services at (503) 842-8222 ext. 1100, visit them at our main campus, 4301 Third Street, Tillamook, or email studentservices@tillamookbaycc.edu.
GED tests can be taken in the TBCC Library, Room 209. Testing hours vary. Sign-up, scheduling, and payment for testing is done online at www.ged.com. If you are in a TBCC GED course and a voucher has been assigned to you, you will still schedule a test on the GED website. TBCC staff are available to answer questions about the scheduling process at the Library. Step-by-step instructions are provided. You may take the tests without taking the GED preparation classes.
Testing accommodations are arranged on GED.com by students. Because the GED test is offered by a third party, TBCC does not have control over accommodations and can’t approve accommodations based on a prior K-12 IEP or accommodations that TBCC Student Accessibility Services approved for the GED class. See the GED.com Accommodations webpage for more information.
Please bring current government photo identification, which includes a signature, to your testing appointment. You must bring the physical ID; we cannot accept a digital picture of an ID, a photocopy of an ID, or a temporary DMV paper license. Calculators, whiteboards, and earplugs are provided by the Testing Center. Locked cabinets are available to store your personal belongings.
In Oregon, the fee is $44.00 per test, and test retakes are $10.00. However, test costs for practice tests and official subject tests are covered for students enrolled in and attending a TBCC GED course, with the exception of retakes. Only in-person subject tests are covered. Students must receive instructor approval before testing to have a testing voucher assigned.
Yes! All students who were enrolled in the TBCC GED course and have completed their GED during the school year are invited to celebrate their achievement by participating in the TBCC Graduation ceremony in June. For more information on Graduation, contact Angel Cavanaugh, Engagement Advisor at angelcavanaugh@tillamookbaycc.edu or (503) 842-8222 ext. 1154.
You’ll receive an email letting you know when your scores are ready. Typically, you will receive this email within one business day; however, in some cases it may take up to two business days, especially if you tested on a Friday, Saturday, or the day before a holiday.
Your scores will also be available on your MyGED Dashboard.
To access your dashboard, simply login to www.ged.com
To order an official GED transcript to be sent to you, to share with an employer, or to send to a college, order from the GED Testing Service website at https://www.ged.com/life_after_ged/. If you completed your GED in Oregon in 2014 or later, you will be asked to log in to your GED account. If you tested before 2014 in Oregon, you will be asked to create a GED account before making an order. If you have forgotten your login credentials, contact the GED Testing Service to reset.
Further FAQs for earning a GED in Oregon can be found at the GED Testing Service Website page on Oregon policies.
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)
The ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) program at TBCC offers classes for adults whose native language is not English. You’ll improve reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills to help you on the job, in the community, and in the classroom.
El programa de ESOL (Inglés para Parlantes de Otras lenguas) en TBCC ofrece clases para los estudiantes adultos cuya primera lengua no es el inglés. En estas clases podrá mejorar las habilidades de lectura, redacción, expresión oral y comprensión auditiva para ayudarle en su trabajo, dentro de la comunidad y en el salón de clases.
ESOL FAQs:
ESOL classes are open everyone who wants to improve their English language skills.
To sign up for classes please contact Student Services at 503-842-8222 ext. 1100, visit them at our main campus, 4301 Third Street, Tillamook, or email studentservices@tillamookbaycc.edu.
The ESOL class costs $15 per term.
Students can sign up at any time during the term. If you are not able to pay the fee, the college may be able to help. If you need help, please contact Student Services at (503) 842-8222 ext. 1100, visit them at our main campus, 4301 Third Street, Tillamook, or email studentservices@tillamookbaycc.edu.
Adult Basic Education
The ABE (Adult Basic Education) program at TBCC offers classes for adults who may need to brush up on their Reading, Writing or Math. These courses are arranged to meet the student’s individual goals. Students may want to take these courses before taking GED classes or before enrolling in college courses. Some students may have a personal goal to improve their skills to help on the job, in the community, or in the classroom.
ABE FAQs:
The classes are open to anyone age 16 and above. For those students who are 16 or 17 years of age, a Release from Compulsory Attendance is required. Submit the form to Student Services. These release forms are available through the school district. Homeschool students need to obtain an “Intent to Homeschool” letter from their local ESD before attending classes.
To sign up for classes please contact Student Services at 503-842-8222 ext. 1100, visit them at our main campus, 4301 Third Street, Tillamook, or email studentservices@tillamookbaycc.edu.
The ABE classes cost $15 per term.Students can sign up at any time during the term. If you are not able to pay the fee, the college may be able to help. If you need help, please contact Student Services at (503) 842-8222 ext. 1100, visit them at our main campus, 4301 Third Street, Tillamook, or email studentservices@tillamookbaycc.edu.