And, when you pass the exam, you will receive an Illinois high school equivalency certificate. Any adult whose schooling has been interrupted and is not otherwise enrolled in school may take part in the program. South Suburban College offers an adult basic education program to assist men and women who have skills below the eighth grade level in improving their reading, writing, and math knowledge to levels necessary to pursue a high school education through the GED program. Survival skills such as reading directions, making change, and administering correct dosage for medication are also covered. The English as a Second Language program at South Suburban College offers classes for non-native students who wish to improve their ability to speak, understand, read, and write English.
Classes are available at every level, from beginning to advanced.
A civics component is included at each level to familiarize students with American history and government. The program is designed to teach students the skills and knowledge to pursue an educational and employability plan that will assist in their personal growth and development toward self-sufficiency. A comprehensive intake and enrollment process will determine the student's individual skill levels, learning styles, occupational knowledge, and work maturity. Students will be provided classroom and computer-assisted instructions, simulated work experiences, access to the college's main campus resources, as well as community and business resource persons in a variety of occupational fields. Students who have high school diplomas, GEDs, or demonstrated abilities in academic preparation will be enrolled for a period of not less than 16 to 24 weeks, depending on their individual career objectives.