Our Classes
Class Offerings
| CLASS | DESCRIPTION | SCHEDULE |
| English as a Second Language (ESL) |
ESL courses focus on knowledge and skills in English literacy and civics units such as Healthcare, Diversity, Banking, and Education. Classes offer growth in reading, writing, speaking, listening, and technology in a sequence of levels. Levels include Beginning, Intermediate, and Advanced. ESL classes are offered in-person and online. We are pleased to announce that we will have an evening ESL class in-person at Marina Vista. |
MORNING: Monday, Tuesday, and
8:30 to 10:30 AM
EVENING: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday — 6:00 to 8:30 PM |
| CLASS | DESCRIPTION | SCHEDULE |
| High School Diploma (HSD)/ GED |
It’s never too late to earn your high school diploma! Individualized instruction offered in a friendly, supportive environment to help adults realize their lifelong objectives. Personalized instruction may include direct instruction, blended learning, credit recovery, and distance learning.
La clase de diploma de escuela secundaria también se ofrece en español los martes y jueves de 6:00 a 8:30 p. m. |
MORNING: Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday
Wednesday — 8:30 to 10:30 AM
EVENING: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday |
| CLASS | DESCRIPTION | SCHEDULE |
| General Equivalency Diploma (GED)/ HiSet Test Prep |
Fast track to GED or HiSet testing! Review the four current subject areas (Language Arts, Science, Social Science, and Math) in a supportive environment with knowledgeable instructors. This is an alternative high school diploma equivalent for native Spanish speakers and for native English speakers. |
EVENING: — 6:00 to 8:30 PM |
| CLASS | DESCRIPTION | SCHEDULE |
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Intermediate Computer:
Google Docs
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Google Docs This class meets in person. Class size is limited to 20 students. Register early! This is an 8-week introduction to Google Docs. We will learn how to enter and format text and images, use spell check, change line spacing, and copy and paste. We will share documents and print them. Prerequisites: Basic Computer Skills, an existing Gmail account and ability to remember email address and password
* In order to earn a Northstar Digital Literacy Certification, student must pass the assessment with a score of 85% or higher. The student must present a valid photo ID on Northstar test days.
4th Quarter: April 3 to May 25- Google Docs |
Monday ,Tuesday, Thursday (3 days) — 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM |
| CLASS | DESCRIPTION | SCHEDULE |
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Intermediate Computer:
Google Docs
|
Google Docs This class meets in person. Class size is limited to 20 students. Register early! This is an 8-week introduction to Google Docs. We will learn how to enter and format text and images, use spell check, change line spacing, and copy and paste. We will share documents and print them. Prerequisites: Basic Computer Skills, an existing Gmail account and ability to remember email address and password
Northstar Digital Literacy Certification * is available for this class. * In order to earn a Northstar Digital Literacy Certification, student must pass the assessment with a score of 85% or higher. The student must present a valid photo ID on Northstar test days.
4th Quarter: April 3 to May 25 Google Docs |
Monday through Thursday (4 days) — 5:00 to 6:00 PM |
| CLASS | DESCRIPTION | SCHEDULE |
| Citizenship |
This course prepares students to pass the oral and written exam for citizenship of the United States. This class is taught in English. Prerequisite: None. |
Tuesday and Thursday (2 days) 5:00 to 6:00 PM |
| CLASS | DESCRIPTION | SCHEDULE |
| Culinary Home-Based Foods |
This class prepares students for success in the home-based culinary enterprise. We cover homemade food business operations from concept to packaging to profit. Each month covers a different product ranging from jams to breads to pastries. At the completion of the course, earn a workshop certificate or high school diploma credit. |
TBD |
| CLASS | DESCRIPTION | SCHEDULE |
| Family Safety in the Car |
This class is for adults who have been cited by police authorities for violations related to car seats or bike helmets. Monterey Adult School has provided classes on behalf of the Monterey County Health Department for the past ten years for adults cited for violations. We provide these classes once a month on Friday evenings. There is a $45.00 fee for the class, cash, or money order. Personal checks and credit cards are not accepted. |
Fridays 4:30 to 6:00 PM English 6:15 to 8:00 PM Spanish |
