Class Schedule
Missouri Valley
Community of Christ Church
Monday 7-9 pm
Tuesday 9-11 am
Clarinda
IWCC Clarinda Campus
Mon 5:30-7:30 pm
Tue & Thurs. 9 am - 12
Glenwood
Glenwood High School
(Brick computer building behind H. S.)
Wed. 6-8 p.m.
Atlantic
Iowa Western Community College
Tue & Wed 9-noon
Wed. 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Harlan
Iowa Western Community College
Tuesdays 7-9 p.m.
Wed. 9 a.m.-noon
Shenandoah
Iowa Western Community College
Wednesday 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Mon/Wed/Th 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Council Bluffs
Adult Learning Center, Omni Center
Monday - Thursday 8 a.m.-9 p.m.
Fridays 8 a.m.-3 p.m.
ESL classes
Council Bluffs Adult Learning Center
Monday-Friday 9-noon
Monday-Thursday 6-9 pm
Clarinda
Wed. 9-11 am, begins Aug 29
For
more information, call IWCC at 1-800-432-5852 ext 3266 or 712-325-3266.
Adult Basic Education and GED Preparation
Whether it is for a personal or career-oriented reason, Iowa Western’s Adult Literacy program can help. Available services include GED preparation, post-secondary or training preparation in the areas of reading, writing, and math, specific skills training such as keyboarding or using measurements and survival English for English Language Learners (ELL).
The student is assessed to determine strengths and a starting level which results in an individualized instruction plan focused on the student’s needs.
Iowa Western serves a seven county area and provides Adult Literacy services at a number of locations throughout. See the class schedule to the right for scheduling at the Atlantic, Shenandoah, Clarinda and Harlan IWCC Centers as well as the Adult Learning Center in Council Bluffs.
Literacy Program
Tutoring is arranged for the student in the beginning stages of reading.
English Language Learners (ELL)
Instruction is available for students who are learning to speak, read and write English. Contact your nearest IWCC Center for information regarding classes or individualized instruction.
Basic Skills
Iowa Western assists adults who seek to improve their skills in reading, writing and math. Adults can register for general instruction or individualized programs directed towards specific outcomes, such as job-related keyboarding and measurement skills.
GED Preparation
For those who have not completed their high school education, instruction is available in preparing for the five GED tests: Writing Skills, Social Studies, Science, Literature and Mathematics. You may prepare for the exams by attending classes at one of our sites listed to the right, or by taking a course online.
Frequently Asked Questions About GED
GED Testing
Iowa Western administers GED testing at several IWCC locations in southwest Iowa.
Computer Literacy
Keyboarding and basic computer instruction is available for the true beginner.
Call 1-800-432-5852, ext. 3266 Instruction is free!
Volunteer Program
If you would like to volunteer to help someone learn to speak, read or write English; please contact us and express your willingness. Volunteers may choose to give extra time and attention to students who attend regular classes or they can schedule individual sessions in Council Bluffs or another setting in Iowa Western’s seven-county service area.