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PROGRAMS & SERVICES General Education Development GED Preparation Adults 16 and older who want to prepare for the GED (General Education Development) test are pretested at the Adult Basic Education centers. Pretesting determines readiness and areas for additional preparation. Students are aided through individualized or classroom studies to prepare for taking the GED test. Students enrolled in Basic Skills courses pay $25.00 tuition each quarter. Students may contact the nearest center for information. GED Examination GED testing is offered at both Yakima and Grandview campuses. Visit our website (see directory) for specific information regarding GED testing.
High School Diploma Pathways to a High School Diploma (SHB 1758) Before Age 21 Access the local school district or online public schools to gain a high school diploma. Current or former Running Start students who complete an associate degree of any type at a Washington state community or technical college may request a high school diploma issued through the community or technical college. Running Start students must contact the Running Start Office for more information. After Age 21 Complete the GED exam and obtain your GED or enroll at a community or technical college in Washington State and complete an associate degree of any type, and then request a high school diploma issued through the community or technical college.
Honors Program YVCC’s Honors Program creates opportunites across diverse disciplines for intellectually motivated students to challenge themselves. A wide range of classes will be offered with honors options for Fall, Winter and Spring quarters. At least one course will be offered with an honors option in each of the following programs during the 2013-2014 school year: • American Sign Language • Anthropology • Art • Biology • Chemistry • Economics • Geography • History • Mathematics • Philosophy • Political Science • Psychology
Yakima Valley Community College, 2014-2015
Students wishing to pursue their intellectual and academic passions, work closely with a faculty mentor in guided research opportunities, and participate in a community of scholars. Scholars at YVCC will be asked by the YVCC’s Honors Program to: • Complete an application, which includes eligibility for college-level mathematics and ENGL& 101, current grade point average of 3.3, statement of intent, and letters of recommendation; and • Negotiate an honors contract with an honors instructor, which will establish the agreed upon terms for earning honors credit. As a community college, YVCC serves a diverse student body. The Honors Program recognizes this diversity and allows for faculty to sponsor promising students who may not meet all of the eligibility requirements. Note that the program is still in its infancy, so particulars will be revised as new issues arise and participation increases. For more information, contact Dr. Heidi Shaw at hshaw@yvcc.edu or 509.574.4812.
Retired & Senior Volunteer Program The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) of Yakima County is part of the National Senior Service Corps administered by the Corporation for National Service. RSVP provides older Americans, age 55+, an opportunity to remain involved in their community through meaningful volunteer activity. At the same time, RSVP seeks to provide vital volunteer services for our community. RSVP volunteers provide hundreds of community services through participating stations (non-profit agencies, schools and government programs). Volunteers may continue in their professional fields while volunteering or choose an assignment for the challenge it offers. Whatever a person’s skill, experience, interest or goals, they can be put to good use for the benefit of the community. RSVP of Yakima County has been sponsored by Yakima Valley Community College(YVCC) for almost 15 years. YVCC’s commitment to “community” is demonstrated by providing opportunities for economic, social, and cultural development through this volunteer program. Students may contact RSVP of Yakima County for information on current volunteer opportunities. RSVP is located at 120 South 3rd Street, Suite 200B, Yakima or call 509.574.1933 for more information.