Tests & Test Preparation - Lone Star College

[Pages:2]Tests & Test Preparation

Career Cluster

Careers.

Not Just Jobs.

LoneStar.edu/CTE

Taking standardized tests can be intimidating and stressful, but they don't have to be. Lone Star College helps students prepare by offering test preparation classes, which include instruction in subjects such as reading, writing and math. Students will leave with a better understanding of the testing format and subject material in which they will be tested.

In addition, students can also take the ACT, SAT, THEA, COMPASS, ACCUPLACER, GED, and other college-entrance or placement exams at a Lone Star College campus or center.

Why choose Lone Star College?

? It's convenient. You can take courses on campus or online. With six state-ofthe-art campuses throughout the Houston region, LSC is close to home and there's an open door near you.

? It's affordable. Lone Star College tuition is much less than the cost of attending one year at a 4-year college.

? It prepares you for a well-paying career, not just a job. The specialized skills you'll learn at Lone Star College can help you earn a higher salary.

? It will quickly get you into the workforce. Depending on the certification you choose, Lone Star College's non-credit Career & Technical Education programs can get you into the workforce in a few months instead of a few years.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Are financial aid or workforce scholarships available? Financial aid and workforce scholarships may be available for some Lone Star College Career & Technical Education programs. Go to LoneStar.edu/CTE to learn more.

2. How can I get more information? To learn more about this and other nonacedemic transfer CTE programs, go to LoneStar.edu/CTE. To learn more about academic transfer programs, go to LoneStar.edu/Programs-Classes.

3. Are customized classes available for employers? Customized courses and programs are available for employers through Lone Star Corporate College. Go to LoneStar.edu/ CorporateCollege to learn more.

4. Is Lone Star College looking for instructors? Yes! Go to LoneStar.edu/Jobs to search and apply for open positions.

Tests & Test Preparation

Adult Basic Education and Pre-GED ? For students with no previous high school

experience ? Ease the transition to GED classes

GED Orientation ? Expectations, responsibilities and general

rules of the GED ? Assessments to determine academic

areas in need of improvement

GED Preparatory ? Provides skills necessary to be successful

in a GED class ? Instruction in math, writing, reading,

critical thinking and job skills

GED Review ? Full overview in writing, mathematics,

social sciences, sciences, literature and the arts ? Partial reviews focus on the area in which you need the most help

GED Official Practice Test ? Familiarize yourself with the actual GED

test ? Results will help you hone the skill sets

you need to pass the GED test

GED Full Test ? Earn your GED certificate from the Texas

Education Agency

ACT ? A national college admissions exam

accepted by most U.S. colleges and universities ? Subject areas include English, math and reading

SAT ? A national college admissions exam that

is accepted by virtually all U.S. colleges and universities ? Review subject areas like reading, writing and math, and how to apply that knowledge beyond the classroom

THEA ? The Texas Higher Education Assessment ? Assesses reading, mathematics and

writing skills

COMPASS ? A computer-adaptive test offered by ACT ? Determines your skill level in math,

reading and writing

ACCUPLACER ? A computer-adaptive test from the

nationally-recognized College Board ? Self-paced, untimed ? Assesses math, reading and writing skills

Credit/Academic Transfer

Want classes or a program that will transfer to a four-year college or university? Go to LoneStar.edu/ programs-classes.

Career & Technical Education Contact Information

LSC-CyFair CFCE@LoneStar.edu 281.290.3460

LSC-Kingwood LSCKCE@LoneStar.edu 281.312.1660

LSC-Montgomery LSCMCE@LoneStar.edu 936.273.7446

LSC-North Harris LSCNHCE@LoneStar.edu 281.618.5602

LSC-Tomball LSCTBCE@LoneStar.edu 281.357.3676

LSC-University Park LSCUPCE@LoneStar.edu 281.290.2601

LoneStar.edu/CTE

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