Welcome to the Hiawatha Valley Adult Education Website
The time to start working towards a better future is now and we can help! We offer FREE classes to help adults prepare for their diploma, improve their English language skills and/or train for a career.
Some of our class offerings are:
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GED Preparation
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Adult High School Diploma
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English Language Learner class
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College Preparation
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Career Programming - Administrative Assistant, Welding, CDL, Healthcare and more...
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Basic Skills Review in math, writing and reading
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Basic Computer Skills for Employment
NEW CLASSES:
ELL Classes - We are offering many new ELL classes this Fall - go to the ELL class information page for more information.
Accelerated Welding - Our next welding class starts October 15 - sign up today as the spots fill up! Welding Flyer
Paraeducator Course - Prepare for the paraeducator test and learn about the paraeducator career. Register by September 18. Paraeducator Course Flyer
Transition to College Math - Need a math refresher before heading to college - this class is for you! Register by September 13. Transition to College Math Flyer
Administrative Office Professional Preparation Course - this free online course prepares students to work in the retail and office environments. Class starts September 16 - AOP Course flyer
Digital Literacy Class - Improve your digital literacy skills for school or careers - students must be current students or referred to us by WDI - Digital Class Flyer
Statewide Online Career Training Courses - Our students can attend any of the statewide career training courses - Personal Care Assistant Certification - Commercial Drivers License Prep - Microsoft Office Specialist - Paraprofessional Training - Statewide Flyer
Contact us today to get started!
ABE - abeteacher@rwps.org 651-380-6407
ELL - ellteacher@rwps.org 651-327-0918
ABE/GED Class
We are here to help you prepare to take a GED test, complete requirements for an Minnesota State Adult Diploma or brush up on your basic literacy skills. Instruction is provided one to one, small groups, independent study, and distance learning. Complete the Class Interest Form or call to schedule an intake appointment. Intake sessions are approximately 2 hours and involve a reading and math assessment to place you appropriately in the right level and to develop a personal education plan.
GET STARTED TODAY!
The first step is to click on the Class Interest link below and a staff person will contact you within a week to get started.
English Language Learner Classes
English Language Learner (ELL) class is for individuals whose first language is not English. Training is designed to help participants improve their English reading, writing, listening and speaking skills. HVAE offers FREE in person classes, online classes, one on one tutors and an open classroom to help learners work on their English skills. Visit our ELL Class Information page for more information.
Complete the Class Interest Form or call to schedule an intake appointment. Intake sessions are approximately 2 hours and involve a reading assessment to place you appropriately in the right level and to develop a personal education plan.
***We have many new classes to offer starting September 3. Click on the ELL Class Information button for more information.
GET STARTED TODAY!
New students should complete the ELL Class Interest Form below or email ellteacher@rwps.org for more information on registering and testing before starting class.
We are Hiring!
HVAE is looking for a part time English Language Learner (ELL) teacher/instructor to work with our adult ELL students.
Preferred Qualifications:
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Bilingual - English/Spanish
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College Degree
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Teaching License
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Tutor Experience
Required Qualifications:
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Excellent Digital Literacy Skills
Hours:
10 hours/week - evening hours
Congrats
Congratulations to one of our newest high school graduates, Alma! She worked with Kayla to complete the Minnesota Adult Diploma program. Great job Alma! Best of luck in all of your future endeavors!
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