At Broward Community Schools, we offer a catalogue of courses that cover different types of subjects, but we also help our students shore up their basic skills. If you are a prospective student who is concerned that your current skills need to be improved before you move onto bigger things, ABE can help.
Adult Basic Education is designed to support students who want to build confidence and strengthen essential academic skills before taking their next step. Whether you’ve been out of school for a while or feel unsure about where to begin, ABE provides a supportive learning environment that meets students where they are.
What is ABE?
ABE stands for “adult basic education.” The goal is to help students work on building block skills that can benefit them in school, work, and life in general. If you have questions about the adult basic education program, first check to see if we have answered them in this FAQ.
Rather than focusing on advanced coursework right away, adult basic education helps students improve core academic abilities that are essential for long-term success. These foundational skills make it easier to pursue additional education, enter the workforce, or handle everyday responsibilities with greater confidence.
Who Can Use ABE?
Adult basic education courses at Broward Community Schools can be useful to a wide variety to students. Whether you’re looking to improve your skills for work, or you plan to pursue more educational opportunities, adult basic education can lay the groundwork needed to succeed in a variety of fields.
ABE may be a good fit for adults who feel unprepared for higher-level classes, want to strengthen essential skills for employment, or are planning to work toward a GED or other educational goals. The program is flexible and designed to support learners with different backgrounds, experiences, and levels of academic readiness.
What’s Covered in ABE?
Adult basic education covers a variety of skills, including:
- Reading
- Writing
- Grammar
- English proficiency
- Math
The goal is to get these skills up to a higher level so that you can navigate life’s challenges more effectively. Whether you’re going into work or plan to take advantage of other Broward County education opportunities, ABE can help.
By focusing on these core areas, ABE helps students build a stronger academic foundation that can be applied across many aspects of daily life, from workplace communication to continued learning. These skills also prepare students for next steps such as GED preparation, workforce training, or other adult education programs.
What’s After ABE?
After completing adult basic education, you have a few different options. You can take online classes or work on your GED. Succeeding in getting your high school equivalency can allow you to apply for colleges, community colleges, and trade schools that could help you learn more and work towards a new career.
After ABE courses, you can also apply for more jobs and potentially have better luck getting hired thanks to your improved skills. Whatever your life plans are, an adult basic education course can likely help.
If you want to learn more about our adult education options, visit our website. We’re sure that we can help you find a new educational opportunity that will serve you well!
Many students use ABE as a stepping stone toward long-term educational or career goals. Strengthening your reading, writing, math, and communication skills can increase confidence and open doors to opportunities that may have felt out of reach before.
Learn More About ABE
If you want to learn more about our adult education options, visit our website. We’re sure that we can help you find a new educational opportunity that will serve you well!
Broward Community Schools offers a range of adult education programs designed to support learners at every stage. Exploring your options is the first step toward building skills that support your future goals.