ABE Handbook Section 5: Student Support Services

In addition to traditional classes, the ABE program offers free services and resources to all enrolled students.

Tutoring

Tutoring services are offered to students needing extra help outside of their class. Students may schedule regular appointments or drop in as needed. Tutors are TMCC student workers, program instructors, and community volunteers. Tutoring sessions are conducted either individually or in a small group. Tutors are partnered with students based on the subject matter or personal preference. Students may sign-up for tutoring during a registration session or by meeting with the Tutoring Associate. The tutoring center is in room 108. Hours of operation are listed below but may vary during session breaks:

  • Monday through Thursdays: 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. (last appointment is at 8 p.m.)
  • Fridays: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (last appointment is at 3 p.m.)
  • Saturdays: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. (last appointment is at noon)
  • Online (by appointment)

Online Programs

The program has purchased licenses for these online supplemental resources for enrolled students. There is no cost to students for access to these programs. Program specialists monitor and manage enrollment not to exceed licensing agreements.

Program Target Population Description
Aztec Software HSE, All Levels The HiSET® Preparation program has interactive courseware, curriculum enhancing videos, video problem explanations, test-taking strategies, and tests for Reading, Writing, Mathematics, Social Studies, Science, and Computer Literacy.
Fundamental Literacy ELL 1–3 and Foundation HSE 2–3 ELL 4–5 The Fundamentals and Foundation Series set the groundwork in all three of Reading, Mathematics, and Language Arts's major academic areas. With a scaffolded approach, each concept utilizes and enhances the concepts mastered before it. Both provide a diagnostic, learning, and practice program that assesses and prescribes individually customized programs to assist learners in remediating basic skills.
HSE Levels 4–6 and ELL Levels 6–7 The Bridge Series helps students practice using academic skills and critical thinking to solve problems and think analytically. Students will also progress in practical skills such as using reference materials, spending money wisely, and writing persuasively.
Any Level The Employability Skills Series prepares students for the workforce. The series helps students prepare resumes, provides them with interviewing skills, and teaches them the necessary soft skills to maintain a job.
Burlington English ELL, All Levels A blended learning solution that combines face-to-face classroom activities with anytime-anywhere access to state-of-the-art online interactive class. Students may access the online class materials where they have access to a computer and internet, 24/7.
Conover Company HSE Any Level and ELL Levels 4–7 Assessment skills building tools that deliver customized learning plans that will help students to transition to the workplace. The program addresses critical workplace skills including, but not limited to, soft skills, emotional intelligence, teamwork, attitude, communication, planning & organizing, critical thinking, interpersonal/social skills, professionalism, and media rules. Upon completion of the various modules, students can earn a Conover credential to demonstrate success in the program.
Canvas HSE Any Level and ELL Levels 4–7 Shells and syllabi are available through Canvas for all face to face classes to help keep students engaged, caught up and to offer remedial, scaffolded instruction. Additional leveled courses are offered through Canvas for online learning to students that can not make face to face options work. If this is a need for your student or if you would like to support this environment please reach out.

College and Career Transitions Support

We help students develop workplace and post-secondary education pathways or training through course curriculum and the following services:

  • Education and career planning and enrollment
  • Financial aid guidance
  • Career exploration and skills alignment
  • Assistance with professional portfolios, resume, and cover letter writing
  • Assistance with interviewing techniques, including mock interviews
  • Workshops and training for students and instructors

Student Organization

The program has a TMCC recognized student government association, Students Empowering Peers Professional Success (STEPS) club. We are proud to say that our program is one of very few nationwide ABE programs with a recognized SGA club. This club encourages all ABE students to participate and to become active members of the club. The club's officers are current TMCC students who have either been former ABE students or have experience working with our student population.

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In partnership with the Food Bank of Northern Nevada, TMCC assists students, faculty, and staff by providing food and personal items assistance at the following TMCC locations:

TMCC Dandini Campus
RDMT 115
775-673-7060
Monday & Friday: 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
Open to students only.

TMCC Meadowood Center
Room S119
775-829-9004
Monday & Friday: 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
Open to students and the general population.

TMCC Applied Technology Center
Room 117
775-856-5300
Call for schedule
Open to students and the general population.

Hardship Assistance Application

Adult Basic Education Program understands that some students may be facing financial hardship, and they may be unable to cover the fees associated with taking ELL and/or HSE classes. In some cases, students may face various obstacles that stop them from attending class. We are committed to eliminating as many obstacles to the student's educational success as possible.

Thanks to generous private support, the program has developed a hardship assistance program to help cover the cost of assessment fees, public transportation, instructional supplies, etc.  By submitting a request, students may qualify for a fee waiver, partial payment and/or various assistance.

Eligibility

Eligibility is determined by attendance, post-testing, employment status, household size and annual income. Your application will be reviewed by an Academic Services Coordinator. If your application meets the necessary requirements, you will be contacted to make an appointment to meet one-on-one to discuss your specific needs.

In order to qualify for assistance, please complete the application form below.

Note: This Hardship Assistance Application is for non-credit ABE students only. For credit college students, please contact the Counseling Center for assistance.

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