Courses designed to help students prepare for the GED® test, which includes four subject areas: Reasoning Through Language Arts, Mathematical Reasoning, Science, and Social Studies. Instruction also supports adults who want to refresh reading, writing, or math skills for employment, training, or personal goals.

Free English language classes for adults who want to improve reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills for communication at work, in school, and in the community. ESL students may also participate in the WAGE® program.

The WAGE® program helps adults strengthen academic skills while developing workplace preparation and training habits. Participants can earn WAGE® Level I and Level II certificates, which support entry-level success across industries and help students explore career pathways.

IET programs combine classroom instruction with hands-on workforce training so students build academic and technical skills at the same time. Participants may be eligible to have up to 100% of training costs covered.

Ages 18 and Older
Adults age 18 or older may enroll if they are not currently enrolled in a public or private high school and are residents of Arkansas.

Ages 16–17
Students age 16 or 17 may be eligible to enroll in Adult Education with the proper documentation from their local high school, home school, or the court.
Parents or guardians are required to attend orientation with the student, and all required documentation must be submitted on the day of orientation.

Acceptable Documentation:

• Home School Waiver
• Public School Waiver (drop form)
• Court Order

Juvenile students are required by the State of Arkansas to attend class a minimum of 20 hours per week, or at least 10 hours per week if employed 30 hours or more and employment is verified monthly. Failure to meet attendance requirements may result in dismissal from the program and referral to juvenile court through a Family in Need of Services (FINS) petition. Enrollment of students under 18 is subject to program approval and space availability.

For more information about documentation requirements or to schedule an orientation, please contact the UACCB Adult Education office.

Students should contact the Adult Education office to schedule an intake or orientation session. During orientation, students will take the Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE) to determine their skill levels in reading, language, and math. An individual learning plan will then be created to help each student achieve their goals.

To get started, contact us:

• Call: 870-612-2164 (Batesville) or 870-612-2176 (Sharp County)
• Email: adulted@uaccb.edu
• Visit: UACCB Adult Education, 2005 White Drive, Batesville, AR
• Complete an Online Intake Form: https://studentportal.literacypro.com/ar/providers/447

Students who complete the online intake form will be contacted to schedule a time to visit the center and complete enrollment.

UACCB Adult Education offers GED® testing for both enrolled students and independent testers. Requirements and costs vary depending on whether an individual participates in Adult Education classes or pays independently.

Path 1: Adult Education Students

Students who enroll in Adult Education receive classroom instruction, academic support, and access to subsidized vouchers that cover the cost of the GED Ready® and official GED® tests.

Step 1: TABE Assessment

• Required for all Adult Education students.
• Measures reading, language, and math skills.
• A TABE score of approximately 535 and at least 12 hours of instruction qualify students for GED Ready® testing.

Step 2: GED Ready® Test

• The State of Arkansas requires all individuals to pass the GED Ready® test before taking the official GED® test.
• Administered at the UACCB Adult Education Center.
• Eligible students take the Ready test at no cost through voucher support.
• A minimum score of 145 is required on each subject.

Step 3: Official GED® Test

• Includes RLA, Math, Science, Social Studies.
• Students test at no cost using vouchers.
• A minimum score of 145 is required to pass each subject.
• Tests may be taken in person or online if eligible.

Individuals who do not enroll in Adult Education may still complete GED® testing at UACCB. All GED Ready® tests are administered in the Adult Education Testing Center (Adult Education Building). Self-pay testers must call 870-612-2164 to schedule.

All official GED® tests are administered in the UACCB Testing Center (Main Classroom Building). These tests are scheduled through GED.com but taken in person at UACCB.

Self-pay testers are responsible for managing their own testing process and paying all associated fees.

Fees and Requirements:

• GED Ready® test: $6 per subject
• Official GED® test: $4 per subject
• Minimum score to pass each subject: 145
• Arkansas testing policies: https://www.ged.com/policies/arkansas/
• Scheduling and payment: https://www.ged.com

UACCB Adult Education provides free ESL classes for adults whose first language is not English. Instruction focuses on reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills for communication at work, in school, and in daily life. ESL students may also participate in the WAGE® program.

Class Schedule

• Morning: Monday–Thursday, 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
• Evening: Tuesday and Thursday, 5:00–7:30 p.m.

Students must be at least 18 years old to enroll. Individuals on student visas are not eligible.

WAGE® is a job-readiness program that helps adults strengthen academic skills while developing workplace preparation and training habits. Participants can earn WAGE® Level I and WAGE® Level II certificates that support entry-level success across industries and help students explore career pathways.

IET programs combine classroom instruction with hands-on workforce training so students build academic and technical skills at the same time. Participants may be eligible to have up to 100% of training costs covered.

UACCB Adult Education is funded through the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), Title II, and partners with other WIOA agencies to connect students with education, training, and employment opportunities. Through WIOA, eligible out-of-school youth and adults may receive additional support and resources to help them reach their academic and career goals.

Adult Education also collaborates with Arkansas Rehabilitation Services, SNAP Employment & Training (SNAP E&T), and other community partners to help students overcome barriers and succeed.

Class Schedules

Adult Basic Education (ABE) and GED® Preparation
Available at both campus locations:

• Batesville: Monday–Thursday, 8:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.; Tuesday & Thursday, 5:00–7:30 p.m.
• Sharp County (Highland): Monday–Thursday, 8:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

English as a Second Language (ESL)
Available at the Batesville Campus only:

• Monday–Thursday, 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
• Tuesday & Thursday, 5:00–7:30 p.m.

Class schedules may vary based on enrollment and program availability.
Note: Orientation and testing are required before attending class.