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  • 2219 S. Van Buren
    806-373-9009
    This program will match a person 16 years old or older wanting to learn to read with a volunteer tutor who will assist. There is a $10 assessment fee. Monday through Thursday. 8:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. No childcare available.

  • Register at 2412 N. Grand
    806-381-8968

    • Amarillo College website
  • Paramount Baptist Church
    806-353-1680
    Wednesday 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. or 6:15 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. Childcare available.

    Comanche Trail Church of Christ
    2700 S.E. 34th
    806-373-4190
    7:00 p.m. on Tuesdays. Childcare available.

    Region 16
    1601 S. Cleveland
    806-677-5284  8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.  or 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. No childcare available.

  • First Baptist Church
    13th & Tyler
    806-373-2891
    Thursday 8:00 a.m. to noon or Sunday 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Childcare available.

  • Texas 877-822-0050 or 432-836-4648

    The Challenge Academy is a volunteer program for 16-18 year old teens that are at risk of dropping out or that have already dropped out of high school. The program is open to all students but requires a 17 1/2 month commitment. It has an accredited high school based on military practices. Cadets will work towards high school credit recovery, obtaining their GED and earn a high school diploma.

  • 1515 S. Buchanan
    806-373-2066
    This is a program that helps women with assistance to get back to the job market. They provide specific skills like communication skills, computer skills, financial management, networking abilities. They are placed with a mentor that gives support and friendship.

  • Vista College
    701 S. Taylor, Suite 190 B  
    806-372-3700

    • Vista College website

    Courses at Computer Career Center in Amarillo, TX equip students with the education and skills they need to complete certificates in computer technology, office, and healthcare careers.

    The certificate training programs enable students just like you to study subjects like advanced technical support, including computer software and security concepts. Certificates in healthcare administration and office administration are also in high demand in this diverse and growing city. CCC enables students to train for certificates in these careers, as well. Large numbers of people and large numbers of businesses in Amarillo, TX need skilled administration professionals to function.

  • 1111 N. Buchanan
    806-381-2131
    The Computer lab has 10 computer available for computer training classes. Job training also consist of basic interview skills, help with filling out applications and resumes. Job bank is updated weekly.

  • Contact Gina Law at 806-335-4243 or any Amarillo ISD high school counselor.

    This is a joint project between the Amarillo Independent School District and Amarillo College. Participants will be able to earn high school credits along with college credits in technical program.

    The criteria for the program is: Students will be between 17-25 years old. Students will need to recovery no more thatn 5 credits to gain a diploma. Students must have been enrolled in AISD when they failed to complete the diploma requirements.

  • Church of Christ at Comanche Trail
    2700 S.E. 34th
    Thursday 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Nursery and transportation available.

    Paramount Baptist Church
    3801 S. Western
    806-337-4488
    Wednesday 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Nursery and transportation available.

    First Baptist Church
    12th and Tyler
    806-351-1554
    Thursday 10:00 a.m. to noon, Sunday 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Nursery and transportation available.

    Washington Avenue Christian Church
    3800 S. Washington
    806-352-1442
    Monday 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.  Books are $10. Transportation provided.

    Free English Classes         

    Amarillo North Branch Library
    1500 Northeast 24th Avenue  
    806-381-7931  
    Saturday 10:00 a.m.
    Open enrollment throughout the year.

    Amigo Center
    2303 S. Arthur
    806-681-9110

    Conversational Classes
    Monday at 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
    Tuesday 8:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.

    Citizenship classes
    Thursday 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
    Friday 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

    Grammar Classes (higher level)
    Tuesdays 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
    No childcare available.
    Open enrollment throughout the year.

    Comanche Trails (Improve your English)
    2700 E 34th Ave
    806-373-4190
    Tuesday 7:00 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. (runs with school calendar)

    You must pre-register and call ahead of time to see if they will provide daycare.

    First Baptist Church
    1208 South Tyler
    806-373-2831
    Thursday 10:00 a.m. to noon, classes start Sept. 15th.
    Sunday 4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., classes start Sept.11th.
    Childcare available and you must start when the first class starts.

    Paramount Baptist Church
    3801 South Western St. Building A   
    806-355-3396
    Wednesday 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
    Wednesday 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
    Classes start September 7th
    Childcare available (birth-5)
    Open enrollment throughout the year.

    Clases de Ingles Gratis

    Amarillo North Branch Library
    1500 Northeast 24th Avenue  
    806-381-7931 
    Sábado 10:00 a.m.
    Inscripción abierta todo el ano.

    Amigo Center
    2303 S. Arthur
    806-681-9110

    Clase Conversacional
    Lunes 7:00 p.m. a 9:00 p.m.
    Jueves 8:30 p.m. a 10:30 p.m.

    Clases de Ciudadanía
    Jueves 7:00 p.m. a 8:30 p.m.
    Viernes 9:30 a.m. a 11:00 a.m.

    Clases de Gramática (nivel alto)
    Martes 7:00 p.m. a 9:00 p.m.
    No tienen servicios de guardería. 
    Inscripción abierta todo el ano.

    Comanche Trails (Mejore su Ingles)
    2700 E 34th Ave 
    806-373-4190
    Martes 7:00 p.m. a 8:15 p.m. (clases igual que la escuela)
    Usted debe registrarse previamente y llame ante
    para preguntar si tienen guardería.

    First Baptist Church
    1208 South Tyler
    806-373-2831
    Jueves 10:00 a.m. a noon, clases empiezan
    Domingo 4:00 p.m. a 5:30 p.m., clases empiezan
    Usted tiene que empezar el primer día de clases
    y hay guardería disponible.

    Paramount Baptist Church
    3801 South Western St. Building A  
    806-355-3396
    Miércoles 9:30 a.m. a 11:30 a.m.
    Miércoles  6:30 p.m. a 8:30 p.m.
    Clases empiezan Septiembre 7
    Inscripción abierta todo el ano y guardería disponible para niños de 0-5.

    Faith City Misstion
    1111 N. Buchanan
    806-381-2131

    • FCM Programs page

GED Program & Mentoring

They will help with job search and placement. Childcare available.

  • 806-677-5280, Keila Sanddridge, ABE Coordinator
     

  • (Amarillo Technical Center)   
    806-335-4355

    • Amarillo College HEP Program page

    GED Preparation and testing for farm and migrant workers. Must be at least 17 and proficient in English. Free room and board, weekly stipends and test will be paid.

  • 1206 W. 7th
    806-372-5521 ext. 1665, Bill Spies

    • Job Corps website

    Program for students ages 16 through 24. Industry-based certifications, hands on training, high school and GED programs, housing, meals and medical provided.  Biweekly allowance while they are learning.

  • 372-2531, Phylllis Cook
    If you have students who can't pay for GED tests, PCS can pay for them.

  • 806-376-4571
    Resettlement services that include medical, orientation, employment, housing, transportation, school, social security number. Translation services in 14 languages.

  • Region 16 ESC
    1601 S. Cleveland
    Monday through Thursday

    Clarendon College
    806-874-3571
    email - joel.zehr@clarendoncollege.edu or tex.buckhaults@clarendoncollege.edu 

    • Office hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
    • Test Days: 2nd Monday of each month, 8:00 a.m. to completion
    • Test Fees: $85
    • Retest Fees: $18
    • Spanish Test: Yes

    Dalhart ISD GED Testing
    806-244-7300

    email - bassettkat@dalhart.k12tx.us

    • Office hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday
    • Test Days: 1st Monday and Tuesday of each month, 5:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
    • Test Fees: $75
    • Retest Fees: $15
    • Spanish Test: Yes

    Pampa Class/Clarendon College
    Pampa Campus Room 101
    Monday & Wednesday 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

    Perryton Class/Frank Phillips College
    Allen Campus
    2314 S. Jefferson
    Wednesdays 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

    Borger  
    Frank Phillips College
    1301 W. Roosevelt-Classroom 15
    Wednesday and Thursday 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

    City of Amarillo
    For employees and family members
    823 S. Johnson
    Monday & Wednesday
    5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

    Hereford Night ClassDeaf Smith Library
     211 E. 4th St
    Monday 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

  • 4106 SW 51st
    806-463-2284

    • RMA website

    This school will take students that are at least a freshman. They work one on one with students. They have morning and afternoon sessions. Students only attend one session.

  • 1615 South Roberts
    806-372-7960

    • Wesley Community Center website

    They offer a family health clinic, ESL classes, Head Start program, monthly immigration clinics, summer camp programs, evening sports and recreation for youth, youth/teen mentoring, notary services, low cost child care. They also provide Spanish and Sign Language classes.