Whats next for me?

Preparing for
College or Workforce

Presented by
Torrance Adult School - ABE/ASE
2017-2018
Student Success is a Team Effort
Student success is...
Students
Teachers
Counselors
Student Support Staff
Administrators

all working together and utilizing

resources to reach goals.
 Step #1
Determine what you want.

What is your goal?

EXPLORE ideas for careers and further education

Find resources and PLAN AHEAD to help you transition to

work or college

Volunteer to gain experience, help

the community, and to improve
social and language skills
 Step # 2
Decide where you want to go.

Post Secondary / College

S.C.R.O.C. / Vocational Schools

Military

Workforce - New job or a better job!

Community Involvement and Volunteering

Other options at Torrance Adult School

ASE CTE
Adult Secondary Career Technical
Education Education

Take classes to achieve high school Medical Assistant

diploma or prepare for the HSE.
HSE test prep classes
Practice tests
English and Math classes to help
prepare for college entrance exams
Medical Billing & Coding
Pharmacy Tech
TAS Office Assistant
Program
Microsoft Office Specialist
Business & Finance
Certificate
New classes may be offered!
Check the TAS catalog each term.
High School Equivalency vs. High School Diploma
High School Equivalency (HSE) - GED or HiSET
The HSE is not the same as a High School diploma. Passing the test demonstrates that you
have equivalent knowledge as someone with a High School Diploma.
HSE certificates are accepted at most jobs and colleges, BUT some require a High
School Diploma OR do not accept HSE.
FREE HSE prep classes are available

Torrance Adult School offers both the GED and HiSET.

Both are accredited, and certificates are issued by the state of CA.
How to Register, Pay, and Test for HSE:
GED - Pay and register online at GED.com. Online test at LEVY.
Fee: $35/subject area. 4 areas.
HiSET - Register & pay at HAMILTON. Paper test only at LEVY.
MUST FIRST create an account at hiset.ets.org
Fee: $199 for the entire test, OR $45/subject area. 5 subject areas.
NO REFUNDS once registered.

High School Diploma (HSD)

To earn a High School Diploma, you must pass ALL required classes and earn ALL credits.
You can earn your HSD at any age and after the HSE.
 Credentials Evaluation Service
Foreign Diploma Evaluation:
https://www.ascp.org/content/docs/pdf/boc-pdfs/international/acceptableevaluationagenc
iesforforeigntranscripts.pdf?sfvrsn=4

International Education Research Foundation, Inc.

$85 - $185 depending on the report
Simple for immigration, college (4-year & 2-year), & vocational school
Additional fees may apply

Website: www.ierf.org
Email: info@ierf.org
Tel: 310-258-9451 Fax: 310-342-7086
6133 Bristol Pkwy, #300
Culver City, CA 90230
Community (2 year) Colleges

1. Apply El Camino, LA Harbor, Santa Monica College (112 in CA)

NO COST English Language and Math Skill Development classes
2. Placement Tests offered at TAS to help prepare for tests.
(Math, English) Must be 18 years old and/or High School Diploma.
3. Orientation Course/Unit Fees:
$46/unit residents; $288/unit non-residents
Most classes are 3 units each; full time is usually 12 units
4. Counselor Application Fees:
NO COST for residents
5. Register $50 application fee for non-residents

Programs
6. Financial Aid
(Can apply to schools of Transfer Curriculum (A.S.-T, A.A.-T, TAG)
choice prior to acceptance. Certificates or Specialty
Be aware of deadlines.) 2-year degree (A.S., A.A.)

For more information: www.cccco.edu

El Camino College Counselor

TAS/ECC On-site counselor:

Van Nguyen: vnguyen@elcamino.edu

 University: 4 Year Colleges
California State University (CSU)
23 Campuses (Long Beach, Dominguez Hills, Los Angeles, etc.)

University of California (UC)

10 Campuses (UCLA, UCSB, etc.)

Undergraduate Degrees
Bachelor of Arts
Bachelor of Science

Process
1. Apply 4. Orientation
2. Entrance Exams/Transfer 5. Advisor
3. Financial Aid 6. Register for Classes
Websites:
assist.org (transferable classes)
admission.universityofcalifornia.edu (UC)
https://www2.calstate.edu/ (CSU)
 Financial Aid
For information about all types of financial aid visit:
https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/
Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)

Website: FAFSA.ed.gov

Central website to apply for all schools

Must be a citizen or qualified non-citizen*
Must have High School Diploma or High School Equivalency to apply
Need to complete this application in order to qualify for and receive
Financial Aid (free money) from the school and/or government.

*Not sure about your status? Call the schools Financial Aid office or visit:
https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/eligibility/non-us-citizens
 Financial Aid (cont)
To start the FAFSA, you will need:
Your Federal Student Aid ID (FSA ID). You can create one before or
during application process.
Your Social Security Number
Your Drivers License or state issued ID
Your Alien Registration Number if you are not a U.S. Citizen.
Last years Federal Tax Returns/Information, including W-2 forms (or
estimates) and other records of income, your spouses (if married)

If you are providing Parent Information, you will also

need:
Parents FSA ID
Parents Social Security Number
Parents Tax Return from Last Year
Vocational Schools
Do Your Research
Be careful! Many schools can be very expensive.
Always explore all financial aid options and school options before you pay!

Know Entrance Requirements

Training
LA Trade Tech (Los Angeles)
Art Schools (CalArts, OTIS)
Fashion Schools (FIDM)
SCROC
CTE at Torrance Adult School
Military or Workforce
Military Recruiters
ASVAB Exam
Battery of tests for Military Entrance

Workforce
Torrance One-Stop Career Center
Employment Development Dept.
1220 Engracia Avenue
Torrance, CA 90501
Phone: (310) 680-3830
Serves Torrance, Lomita and beach cities
www.southbay1stop.org
www.facebook.com/SouthBayOneStop

Also look for recruitment flyers and

job leads in your classrooms.
 Volunteering in Torrance
Great way to improve your language skills
Make connections with professionals for employment
Experience looks great on your resume

1. The Volunteer Center, South Bay-Harbor-Long Beach

1230 Cravens Ave. Web: https://volcenter.org/
Torrance, CA 90501
Phone: 310-212-5009 Email: volopps@volctr-sobay.org

2. Court Referral Community Service: 310-212-7997, Email: court.referral@volctr.org

3. Torrance Memorial Volunteer Program, call 310-517-4752
www.torrancememorial.org/Volunteer.aspx

4. Providence Little Company of Mary Torrance, call 310-303-6197

5. City of Torrance Volunteer Program, call 310-618-2967
6. Madrona Marsh Preserve: https://friendsofmadronamarsh.com/volunteer.shtml
Additional opportunities at: www.volunteermatch.org
 Step # 3
Put your plan in motion.
Helpful Tools and Websites
Torrance Adult School
www.tastusd.org
www.facebook.com/torranceadultschool

College
www.collegeboard.org (college resources/planning)
www.ecmc.org (college resources/planning)
www.cccco.edu (community colleges)
https://www2.calstate.edu (CSU)
www.admission.universityofcalifornia.edu (UC)
www.educationplanner.org
www.assist.org (college transferable classes)
www.adegreewithagurantee.com (AA/AS - Transfer)

Financial Aid
www.fafsa.ed.gov - (FAFSA application for federal student aid)
www.ab540.com - AB540
www.studentaid.ed.gov (info about different financial aid options)
 Helpful Tools and Websites
Career Planning
www.cde.ca.gov (CA Dept. of Education)
www.collegeforadults.org (resources, planning worksheets)
www.mappingyourfuture.org (planning/resources)
www.bls.gov/ooh (Occupational Outlook Handbook - Labor Stats)
www.onetcenter.org (Occupations, research and salary data)
www.careeronestop.org (Department of Labor)
www.careerkey.org (fee based career test)
www.thecareerproject.org (real career profiles)

Job Search Websites

www.caljobs.ca.gov careervitals.com (healthcare)
www.careerbuilder.com healthcarejobsite.com (healthcare)
www.simplyhired.com Ihireaccounting.com (accounting)
www.indeed.com edjoin.org (education)
www.job.com idealist.org (non-profit)
www.ziprecruiter.com eventbrite.com (job fairs)
www.us.jobs (government) linkedin.com
www.glassdoor.com
 Helpful Tools and Websites
High School Equivalency
GED - ged.com
HiSET - hiset.ets.org

TOEFL - http://www.ets.org/toefl

Visas - Travel.State.gov

Citizenship and Immigration

https://www.uscis.gov/citizenship/learners/apply-citizenship
https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/USCIS/files/M-1051.pdf

Legal Aid
https://lafla.org
www.legal-aid.org

Low income, public assistance, food stamps

www.ladpss.org

Mental Health Counseling

https://sccc-la.org
www.sbccthrivela.org
LA County Dept. of Mental Health - 1-800-854-7771

Health Insurance / Services

Covered CA - www.coveredca.com
Providence Little Company of Mary - 1-877-567-7463
Partners for Healthy Kids Van (310) 514-5466
Tips for Success
Use the resources around you.
Counselors and advisement centers are available at colleges to help
you plan properly. USE THEM!
Explore career sites, salary info, etc. - know everything you can about
the career you want.

Always explore financial aid options.

Applying through FAFSA to receive grants and federal financial aid is
not your only option. Look for scholarship opportunities or specific aid
that might apply.

Put your plan in writing.

Use planning worksheets that will help you sort out your goals and put
your plans in order. Keep your plan updated.
Following up with us...
Help us to better serve you.
By completing our surveys you will be helping us develop
new services for you and students to come. THANK YOU.

Your success is our success.

Accomplishments such as finding a job or entering college or
training are very important to us. Please share the good news
with your teachers, fill out your blue data cards, or send an
email to:

TASstudentsupport@tusd.org
Thank You and
Good Luck!
Torrance Adult School
Hamilton Adult Center
310-533-4689 Ext. 8400

www.tastusd.org