Statewide Career Pathway Classes
Statewide Career Classes
Adult Options in Education learners have free access to online Career Classes offered by programs around the state. Contact Michele Smaby to register.
HCTC College Prep
(IN-PERSON at HCTC Brooklyn Park and ONLINE)
Fridays
10:00am to 12:00pm
Fall Session: September 11, 2026 - May 28, 2027.
Strategies for improving reading comprehension
Constructing effective writing
Expanding academic vocabulary
Prerequisite: Open to GED students (TABE Requirements), ESL students currently attending Hennepin Technical College, and Advanced ESL students with a high school diploma who meet testing requirements.
Paraprofessional Training & Certification
(ONLINE)
Tuesdays & Thursdays
5:30pm to 7:30pm
Fall Session: October 6, 2026 - November 19, 2026.
Winter Session: January 12, 2027 - February 25, 2027.
Spring Session: April 4, 2027 - May 20, 2027.
Paraeducator Online Assessment preparation
Overview of special education
Child development theories and principles
Prerequisite: Reading level ABE 4/ESL 6, Math level ABE 3, must have GED or high school diploma, and be eligible to work in the United States.
Introduction to Basic Medical Language for Community and Healthcare Interpreters
(ONLINE)
Tuesdays
6:00pm to 8:30pm
Spring Session: March 3, 2027 - May 12, 2027.
Understand the basics of the healthcare system in the US
Learn basic medical terminology
Learn the most important laws and procedures that you need to know
Prerequisite: Score of 223+ on GOALS 2, must have a GED or high school diploma, and be eligible to work in the United States.
Community Interpreter Training
(ONLINE)
Mondays & Wednesdays
6:00pm to 8:30pm
Fall Session: October 7, 2026 - December 16, 2026.
Prepare to work as an interpreter in schools, community centers, refugee centers
Improve memory skills
Learn note taking strategies
Prerequisite: Score of 223+ on GOALS 2, must have a GED or high school diploma, and be eligible to work in the United States.