Academic courses

Mounds View Public Schools Adult Education offers programs for adults to improve their skills so they can advance in their jobs, prepare for further education or improve their daily lives. Learn English, earn your high school diploma or GED, prepare for college or earn certifications for your next job. Our licensed instructional staff will help you achieve your goal! Courses are free, but registration is required. All courses are offered at Silver View Education Center in Mounds View.

ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE (ESL)

English as a Second Language class (ESL) is a program for adults seeking to improve their English language communication skills. Students work together in classroom settings and focus on listening, speaking, reading and writing English. Beginning, intermediate and advanced classes are offered. Registration required. Free | Register now by calling 651-621-6250 Location: Silver View Education Center Days Time Mornings: Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Evenings: Monday-Thursday 6-8:30 p.m. (online only)

GED

Our teachers will assist you in preparing for the four GED tests: reading/language arts, math, social studies and science. We have morning and evening classroom instruction, as well as independent study. After earning their GED, students attend our graduation ceremony. Free | Register now by calling 651-621-6250 Location: Silver View Education Center Days Time Mornings: Monday-Thursday 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Evenings: Monday-Thursday 3-8 p.m.

All Adult Education courses are FREE

Call 651-621-6250 for class information or to register.

COLLEGE PREPARATION

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Prepare for the ACCUPLACER college placement assessment with our licensed teachers. You can pre-test and prepare to pass the ACCUPLACER, or work to increase your placement scores with our staff. Free | Register now by calling 651-621-6250 Location: Silver View Education Center Days Time Monday-Thursday 3-8 p.m.

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA FOR ADULTS

If you are an adult who needs fewer than 20 credits to graduate, you may participate in diploma classes and receive a high school diploma from Mounds View Public Schools. Classes are with licensed and experienced teachers, so you can learn and achieve at your own pace. Free | Register now by calling 651-621-6250 Location: Silver View Education Center Days Time Monday-Thursday 3-8 p.m.

CITIZENSHIP CLASS

Prepare for the USCIS interview to become a citizen. New this fall, we are offering two levels of citizenship classes. Study early U.S. history, the Constitution and government with a focus on the questions required for citizenship. USCIS documents and assistance in completing forms will be provided if needed. Free | Register now by calling 651-621-6250 Location: Silver View Education Center Schedule: In-person and online classes will take place in the afternoons from 1-3 p.m. beginning Sept. 19, 2022.

PEARSON TEST FACILITY

Mounds View Public Schools Adult Education is an authorized Pearson Testing Facility. Appointments must be made through the PearsonVUE.com. Hours for testing vary. Contact Silver View Education Center at 651-621-6520 for more information. Prices vary per test. Please see rate schedule on PearsonVue.com