Adult Education & College Prep
As a community partner in the Chippewa Valley, CVTC provides quality adult education services free of charge. Whether you are looking to earn your High School Diploma (GED/HSED), prepare for college, or increase your employability, we can help. Our certified instructors will work with you to develop an individualized Personal Education Plan designed to meet your personal, career, and academic goals.
Get Started Today! Complete the inquiry form to the right and one of our College Navigators will get in touch. Additionally, we have walk-in Learning Centers at each of our campuses, so you can work at a location most convenient for you.
Now Is the perfect time
to earn a high school diploma, prepare for college, or brush up on on your technology skills. Our services and friendly staff are available virtually to support your personalized educational goals. To get started with these FREE adult education classes, complete the form below or call 715-833-6400 to discuss your personalized options.
Free Educational Services
CVTC's Adult Education & College Prep department offers a wide array of services.
If you have questions, please call us at 715-833-6400 or send us an email.
High School Diploma (GED/HSED)
Earn your GED or HSED by working at your own pace. NOW is the perfect time to complete your high school diploma and get your GED or HSED in just a few weeks with our virtual or in person instructional opportunities.
College Prep
Develop or refresh your reading, writing, spelling, vocabulary, grammar, problem solving, and math skills.
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College Admission & Transition Support
Going to college as an adult can be scary. Adult students are sometimes nervous about returning to school or worried about feeling out of place on a college campus. We make it easier by working with you to develop a personal education plan and identifying which resources you may need. This plan can include working one-on-one with an instructor to refresh skills in reading, writing, and math, and individualized practice with CVTC technology, note taking skills, and test-taking strategies.
- Meet with a College Navigator to develop a personal education plan and identify resources that will help your transition to CVTC.
- Work one-on-one with an instructor to refresh skills in reading, writing, and math.
- Practice using CVTC technology, build textbook reading and note taking skills, and learn test-taking strategies.
College Success Seminars
Attend our free College Success Seminars designed to help you brush up on the basic skills you need to be successful as a student.
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Ability to Benefit
The Ability to Benefit program is for students who want to earn a CVTC college credential using financial aid and earn their high school credential at the same time.
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ACT® National Career Readiness Certificate Online Course
What is the NCRC?
The National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC) validates foundational career skills required for job success and it is recognized and transferable across industries.
Get Registered for the FREE NCRC Online Preparation Course
Contact CVTC Adult Education & College Prep to register for the NCRC Online Preparation course and to complete the orientation activities.
- Send an email to adultedservices@cvtc.edu for more information
- Call Adult Education & College Prep at: 715-833-6400
- See if you qualify to have all of your ACT WorkKeys assessment fees waived!
Career Planning & Job-Seeking Skills
Unsure of what career is right for you? Do you need to refresh your interview skills? We offer a range of services including career planning, cover letter and resume assistance, interviewing techniques, and job search skills to prepare you for your future.
Kick-start your career by improving your employability skills.
- Complete a career planning and interest assessment
- Receive cover letter and resume assistance
- Practice interviewing techniques
- Learn job search strategies
- Earn a National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC)*
*A portable evidence-based credential that certifies the essential skills for workplace success.
Computer Technology
Learn keyboarding, computer processes and functions, Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Internet navigation, and email.
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Contact Us
We have walk-in Learning Centers at each of our campuses, so you can work at a location most convenient for you.
Eau Claire
620 W. Clairemont Ave, BEC Room 111
715-833-6400
Chippewa Falls
770 Scheidler Rd, Room 102
715-738-3845
Menomonie
403 Technology Dr E., Room 103
715-233-5344
Neillsville
11 Tiff Ave, Room 102
715-743-3965
River Falls
500 S. Wasson Lane, Room 100
715-426-8208
Request More Information
Complete the inquiry form below and one of our Learning Center representatives will get in touch.
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