Transitional Studies
About
Clark College's Transitional Studies team helps students prepare for college-level classes and higher wage jobs. Our programs and support services can help you:
- Learn English
- Earn a high school diploma or GED
- Get ready for college
- Gain valuable job skills
Our programs can get you ready for college or the workplace in as little as one quarter.
Transitional Studies Interest Form
An Affordable Option
Students pay $25 a quarter for all of their classes, and textbooks are provided.
Meet with Us
Transitional Studies during COVID-19
We’re still here for you! We're just doing things differently.
Current status: We are serving students remotely. On-campus offices are closed.
How to contact us:
- Phone: 360-992-2741
- Email: tssupport@clark.edu (Our current estimated response time is 2 business days.)
- Zoom meetings: 405 159 3969
Zoom meeting hours:
Monday - Thursday 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Tuesday 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Visit www.clark.edu/covid-19 for more information about college operations at this time.
Hours
8:00 a.m - 5:00 p.m
8:00 a.m - 6:30 p.m
8:00 a.m - 5:00 p.m
8:00 a.m - 5:00 p.m
8:00 a.m - 12:00 p.m
What is your goal?
We have a variety of programs to help you meet your individual goals and academic needs.
Earn a High School Diploma or GED
Basic Education for Adults: Career and Academic Preparation (CAP) classes
CAP classes help students work on their foundational skills—reading, writing, math, technology, and English language. Students earn high school credit and prepare to transition to college-level classes in CAP courses.
High School+ Program
High School+ is a competency-based high school diploma program. Prior life, work, or school experience can count towards your diploma.
Open Doors Program
Open Doors is a program for students who have either dropped out of high school or are not expected to graduate high school by the age of 21.
GED Prep
The GED is a four-part test that demonstrates that you have the same level of knowledge as a high school graduate and is an alternative to adult high school diploma programs. Clark College’s CAP classes will help prepare you to take the tests.
Prepare for College and Career
Basic Education for Adults: Career and Academic Preparation (CAP) classes
CAP classes help students work on their foundational skills—reading, writing, math, technology, and English language. Students earn high school credit and prepare to transition to college-level classes in CAP courses.
Improve English Skills with English as a Second Language Classes
English as a Second Language (ESL)
ESL classes help non-native speakers gain the communication skills needed for college and careers. These classes are for adult immigrants and refugees. Coursework emphasizes reading, writing, speaking, and listening.
Improve Technology Skills
Northstar Digital Literacy provides free training in 3 areas: Essential Computer Skills, Essential Software Skills, and Using Technology in Daily Life. You can register online at the Clark College Northstar page.
Transitional Studies Tutoring Center
The Transitional Studies Tutoring Center provides learning support. The center offers:
- Individual, group, and in-class tutoring
- English conversation and pronunciation practice groups
- Computers
- A learning resource library
