Student and instructor completing classwork for the Adult Basic Education program at CNM.

Adult Basic Education

Description

CNM's Adult Basic Education program offers non-credit courses for the ESL Program and High School Equivalency Exam / GED preparation.

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Program Details

Degrees and Certificates

The ABE program is a separate, non-college credit component of CNM. You will receive the same services and benefits as other CNM students; however, ABE students do not follow the traditional admission or registration process and are not eligible for financial aid. 

Please note: If you're 16 or 17 years old, you must provide the Underage Permission Form (Formulario de Permiso de Menores) in order to proceed to registration. Learn more about applying to CNM as an Underage Student.

The Adult Basic Education program acknowledges and utilizes the experience, wisdom, and needs of adult learners to provide a pathway that can lead to success in college, careers, and the community. We offer non-credit courses in basic reading, writing, math, science, and social studies to prepare you for our English as a Second Language (ESL) program or the High School Equivalency exams. Each of the options below is offered in five-week courses at four different levels.

English as a Second Language 

CNM's English as a Second Language (ESL) program can help you improve your proficiency in English for professional, academic, or personal reasons. You will study reading, writing, speaking, listening, and US culture while acquiring the language and self-confidence to handle daily challenges. Our instructors are qualified English as a Second Language (ESL) professionals. Learn more about the ESL program. 

High School Equivalency

CNM's High School Equivalency (HSE) courses will prepare you for the General Education Development (GED) test or High School Equivalency Test (HiSET) so that you canto obtain a high school equivalency diploma. Our non-credit HSE courses are offered in language arts, math, science, and social studies, with Spanish instruction available for HSE language arts and math courses. Learn more about the HSE program. 

Paying for School

Financial barriers shouldn't hinder your education, which is why CNM provides a range of resources, including financial aid, scholarships, and flexible payment plans. Our dedicated Financial Aid and Scholarship staff is here to guide you through the process, helping you secure the funding you need for your degree or certificate.

With competitive tuition rates and support in navigating financial aid options, we’re committed to making your educational goals achievable, without the stress of financial constraints.

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Dates and Deadlines

Fall 2024

Event Name Session A Session B
Last day to complete virtual orientation Saturday, August 24, 2024

Saturday, October 12, 2024
Last day to complete the ABE Application Sunday, August 25, 2024

Sunday, October 13, 2024
Last day to complete TABE tests Saturday, August 31, 2024 Saturday, October 19, 2024
Last day to complete the ABE class preferences form for registration Wednesday, September 4, 2024 Wednesday, October 23, 2024
Session Begins Monday, September 9, 2024 Monday, October 28, 2024
Session Ends Sunday, October 13, 2024 Sunday, December 1, 2024

Spring 2025

Event Name Session A Session B
Last day to complete the virtual orientation Monday, January 13, 2025 Saturday, March 1, 2025
Last day to complete the ABE application Sunday, January 12, 2025 Sunday, March 2, 2025

Last day to complete TABE tests

 Saturday, January 18, 2025 Saturday, March 8, 2025
Last day to complete the ABE Class Preferences form for registration Wednesday, January 22, 2025 Wednesday, March 12, 2025
Session Begins Monday, January 27, 2025 Monday, March 17, 2025
Session Ends Sunday, March 2, 2025 Saturday, April 20, 2024

Summer 2025

Event Name Session A Session B
Last day to complete the virtual orientation Saturday, May 3, 2025 Saturday, June 21, 2025
Last day to complete the ABE application Sunday, May 4, 2025 Sunday, June 22, 2025

Last day to complete TABE tests

 Saturday, May 10, 2025 Saturday, June 28, 2025
Last day to complete the ABE Class Preferences form for registration Wednesday, May 14, 2025 Wednesday, July 2, 2025
Session Begins Monday, May 19, 2025 Monday, July 7, 2025
Session Ends Sunday, June 22, 2025 Sunday, August 10, 2025