English Language Acquisition (ELA)
Formerly known as English Second Language (ESL)
Classes are offered six times per year: August, September, October, January, February, and March. We recommend beginning the registration process about two months before classes start.
Start Improving Your English Skills
(includes information session video)
High School Equivalency (HSE) Programs
Formerly known as General Education Development (GED)
Classes are offered six times per year: August, September, October, January, February, and March. We recommend beginning the registration process about two months before classes start.
Prepare or Take a High School Equivalency Test
(includes information session video)
Individuals are not eligible to participate in Adult Education classes if you are:
- here under a B1, B2, F1, F2, J1 or J2 visa
- on a short-term visit to the United States
- younger than 16 years old
Testimonials
Luciana
“The best part of the program was the opportunity to improve my English and build my resume and career.”
Will
“It doesn’t matter how old you are. If you come, the teachers will be more than helpful.”
Ariadna
“My advice for any future Waubonsee students would be JUST GO FOR IT! Take the opportunity and run with it!”
Waubonsee Works
Earn a short-term career-focused certificate so you can get a better job quickly!
Contact Us
Adult Education
Aurora Downtown Campus, Room 457
(630) 966-4600
adulted@waubonsee.edu
Our advisors and counselors are bilingual.
