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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:

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

Monday
8:00 a.m - 5:00 p.m
Tuesday
8:00 a.m - 6:30 p.m
Wednesday
8:00 a.m - 5:00 p.m
Thursday
8:00 a.m - 5:00 p.m
Friday
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